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Every Home Needs This 400-Year-Old Cooling FeatureReal Estate
They’re so essential.
Heather Bien
2 days ago
These 4 Over-the-Top '80s Bathroom Trends Are BackReal Estate
Ah, the ’80s: A time when design trends were over-the-top, and everything was glamorous. Black marble. Bright brass. Glass blocks. Whether it was a penthouse in New York or a suburban home on a cul-de-sac in Nebraska, the design style was big and bold. There’s no doubt that the design trends that followed were a reaction to this era; by the early 2000s, neutral stone-look tile and soft brushed nickel took over.
Heather Bien
Aug 8, 2026
Bathtubs Are Being Replaced with Something Way More PracticalReal Estate
I love its replacement.
Stephanie Nguyen
Aug 3, 2026
She Used Paint to Transform These Dark Kitchen CabinetsReal Estate
I love this simple kitchen transformation.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Jul 24, 2026

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Every Home Needs This 400-Year-Old Cooling FeatureReal Estate
They’re so essential.
Heather Bien
2 days ago
These 4 Over-the-Top '80s Bathroom Trends Are BackReal Estate
Ah, the ’80s: A time when design trends were over-the-top, and everything was glamorous. Black marble. Bright brass. Glass blocks. Whether it was a penthouse in New York or a suburban home on a cul-de-sac in Nebraska, the design style was big and bold. There’s no doubt that the design trends that followed were a reaction to this era; by the early 2000s, neutral stone-look tile and soft brushed nickel took over.
Heather Bien
Aug 8, 2026
Bathtubs Are Being Replaced with Something Way More PracticalReal Estate
I love its replacement.
Stephanie Nguyen
Aug 3, 2026
She Used Paint to Transform These Dark Kitchen CabinetsReal Estate
I love this simple kitchen transformation.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
Jul 24, 2026
She Found This Forgotten 99-Year-Old Feature in Her Bathroom, and Now I Want OneReal Estate
These had a short lifespan — but I'm obsessed.
Lara Walsh
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See How a Stager Transformed This Original Pink NYC KitchenReal Estate
It looks so gorgeous!
Jennifer Billock
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The 5 Yard Features That Annoy Your Neighbors the Most, According to a SurveyReal Estate
I’ve never really thought of these — but it makes sense.
Lizzy Francis
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This Luxury Home Amenity Might Actually Be Bad for You, a Disturbing Study SaysReal Estate
This study puts one luxury amenity in a whole new light.
Kristi Pahr
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The 3 Paint Colors Homeowners Are Getting Rid Of in 2026Real Estate
It makes sense.
Lizzy Francis
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My Mother-in-Law’s Trick for Finding an Always Cool Home Is CleverReal Estate
It makes so much sense.
Shifrah Combiths
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This 2026 Study Says to Paint Your Bedroom This Color (It’ll Increase Its Value!)Real Estate
It's a surprisingly bold hue.
Cassidy Dawn Graves
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This 2026 Study Says to Paint Your Kitchen This Color (It’ll Increase Its Value!)Real Estate
I was surprised — but then again, I get it.
Lizzy Francis
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Most of them wouldn't pass muster during an inspection.
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The ’90s Home Layout No One Wants Anymore (And What’s Replacing It)Real Estate
It makes total sense.
Kristi Pahr
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These 4 Paint Colors Instantly Make Your Home Less AttractiveReal Estate
It makes sense.
Lizzy Francis
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The 6 Paint Colors That Instantly Date Your Home, According to ProsReal Estate
Avoid these hues if you’re hoping to entice new buyers or renters.
Heather Bien
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A “Dated” NYC Co-Op Apartment Was Transformed into a “Casual Yet Sophisticated Space”Real Estate
See it transform.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
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“Minnesota Nice” Helped My Community Survive a Crisis — Now It’s Helping Us RebuildReal Estate
From the outside, “Minnesota Nice” can sound like fake friendliness, but that’s not true at all.
Candace Nelson
May 5, 2026
People Who Always Have Functional Entryways Use These 5 ThingsReal Estate
A few subtle tweaks made a big difference.
Barbara Bellesi Zito
May 5, 2026
What to Do Before Downsizing Your Home — According to a Pro OrganizerReal Estate
Start early!
Mary Cornetta
May 5, 2026
Every Home Should Have This 200-Year-Old Whimsical Feature (I Think It’s Cute!)Real Estate
They’re so useful.
Steph Mickelson
May 2, 2026
The "Two Wall Rule" Makes Sure I'll Never Live In a Dark, Stuffy Apartment AgainReal Estate
It’s a game-changer.
Lizzy Francis
Apr 24, 2026
This Luxury Bathroom Feature Turned Into a NightmareReal Estate
It looks so good, but it’s impossible to maintain.
Keyaira Boone
Apr 21, 2026
The Same ’50s Home Exterior Looks Like an MCM Dream After an Exterior Paint RedoReal Estate
It's such a sweet transformation.
Pallavi Mehra
Apr 20, 2026