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11 Emotions Everyone Feels While Spring Cleaning

11 Emotions Everyone Feels While Spring Cleaning

Even though it's technically spring, winter just won't seem to take the hint. One thing that always makes us feel optimistic about the inevitable supply of sunshine and flowers is some good ol' spring cleaning. But it's not always as simple as it seems in our heads....

From City to Country: Creating a Simpler, Softer Lifestyle.

From City to Country: Creating a Simpler, Softer Lifestyle.

You may have seen a recent news story on Vic and Vickie Bennett's Xander Bunnies. Stuffed animals don't normally make headlines, yet these are special: For each purchased, the Bennetts give one to become a calming companion to a child in foster care. There's another...

A Space of One’s Own: The Extra Room You Never Knew You Had

A Space of One’s Own: The Extra Room You Never Knew You Had

When it comes to adding extra value to an outdoor space, homeowners increasingly look to quality decking and fencing to capture that "unplug and unwind" vacation feeling, right at home. "A well-built fence that works in harmony with the home and yard not only adds...

Let Us Entertain You

Let Us Entertain You

When spending time with friends and family in your outdoor space is a high priority, the entertainment factor is HUGE. Consider some seriously cool options, such as sinks, islands and outdoor refrigerators—even pizza ovens. Depending on where in your yard you'd like...

Backyards in Bloom

Backyards in Bloom

With sunnier skies in the horizon, adding color and greenery to your outdoor spaces may be highlighted on your to-do list. But where to start? Katey Romence, Romence Gardens & Greenhouses co-owner, offers some tips to really make your yard pop. Start by...

Make a Splash!

Make a Splash!

If you're in the market for a swimming pool or hot tub, there's plenty to consider before taking the literal plunge. Yet upping your backyard game with a pool or spa doesn't have to be hard. Based on your goals, consider whether you'll need to hire a pool contractor,...

Downtown Living: Jamie and Christian Frank

Downtown Living: Jamie and Christian Frank

Jamie Frank and her husband, Christian, who you may recognize as a former FOX 17 news anchor, have called the River House Condominiums home for the past 12 years. Along with their skateboarding English bulldog, Hank, they enjoy a stunning view of the Grand River and...

4 Kitchen Design Ideas You Can Try for Your Remodel

4 Kitchen Design Ideas You Can Try for Your Remodel

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Greater Grand Rapids is the leading kitchen remodeling company in our area thanks to our decades-long industry experience and design-build process. Our designers will help you conceptualize your new kitchen and help you with product...

Move Over Hygge: Cwtch Is Here

Move Over Hygge: Cwtch Is Here

Though this Welsh word has no literal English translation, it describes a feeling we're all familiar with—a cozy hug or cuddle. It also means a small cupboard or place to store things safely. So in other words, it's a safe space in your home that gives you that "ahh"...

Host Gift Ideas With The Counting House

Host Gift Ideas With The Counting House

Megan Adams has always dreamed of owning and operating a store of her own. That dream recently came true. The Michigan native spent years in Boston after studying Apparel and Textile Merchandising, working for big-name retailers before returning home to the Mitten and...