I get where you’re coming from—underground drainage is definitely less hassle day-to-day. But I’ve had a French drain clog up on me once and digging t...

Color Combos That Oddly Please The Brain Funny you mention the hotel vibe—I had a similar thing happen with charcoal and gold in our living room. Loo...

Yeah, that bugs me too. I spent a ton of time sealing up ductwork and insulating rim joists—stuff you can’t see once drywall’s up, but it makes a real...

Yeah, I had a similar issue at my last place. Thought traditional paving was the safe bet until the first big storm hit... ended up with a mini lake p...

Yeah, totally get what you're saying about engineered lumber. I went through something similar when framing my garage last summer. Thought I'd be clev...

I've found that lamp height and shade style make a huge difference in conversation areas. At first, I went with taller floor lamps thinking they'd spr...

From what I've seen, builders usually stick pretty close to their original offers. But you're totally right—shopping around can really pay off, especi...

Totally get what you're saying. Minimalist homes can feel a bit sterile at first, but give it some time. Once you settle in and add personal touches—l...