Dreaming of upgrading your backyard space? You wouldn’t be alone. Recent data from realtors around the country shows that homeowners who added outdoor kitchens to their properties saw an increase of between 100% and 200% on their investments. Real estate professionals say even a simple addition, like an outdoor gas firepit, can yield a 67%…
A representative from one of the myriad vacation home rental properties keeps leaving attractive brochures by my front gate. They want to know if we’re interested in turning our home into a vacation rental, even occasionally. I have to admit the lure of additional income is tempting. Many moons ago I had a friend who…
Water is one of the most essential things we need to survive. It’s no wonder so many of us gravitate towards water in one way or another. Water views, lakeside living, scenic ponds, water features, backyard pools. Having water incorporated at your home can help drive resale value and benefit your quality of life. This…
As the weather improves you might be finding new ways to get outside and shake off the winter blues. Check out some of our previous posts on outdoor decks, patios, firepits and more. This post is all about unleashing the true potential of how to enjoy your outdoor space for recreation. Here’s a list of…
April showers bring May flowers, and as we see more and more green out our windows and spend more time outside, it’s time to look inside and how to make our homes more green too! Earth Day is in April, a holiday started in 1970 during the start of the modern environmental movement.
By Carol Kurth Home has become a sanctuary more than ever before. At Carol Kurth Architecture + Interiors, we approach design as a narrative that unfolds, revealing inspiring architecture which creates a backdrop for living and an inspiration for lifestyle. Taking a look at how different elements add depth and interest to your home is…
As we get deeper into summer, the term staycation is getting more and more attention. If you are like many of us planning on spending more time at home, it is the perfect opportunity to invest in your own backyard oasis. A great deck, patio or porch area creates the ideal environment for gathering with…
As the weather starts warming up, it’s the perfect time to vamp up the beauty of your outdoor space to enjoy more time outside! With these current uncertainty around COVID-19 and times of social distancing, it’s likely that most of us will be using our outdoor space for recreation and enjoying the outdoors more than…
Melting snow reveals a landscape which hasn’t been tidied up in months. Tree branches fallen victim to winter storms, unraked leaves from the last weeks of autumn, piles of salt accumulated over the winter months: all of these unwelcome secrets are revealed when the weather warms. It can be quite a task to clean it…