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Unpacking the places you live inside and out.

Let's face it—basements can be a bummer! But, with a little elbow grease, they certainly don't have to be. Whether your lower level needs finishing or you're looking to transform it into a guest space, home gym, home theater or otherwise, we connected with the experts at Renaissance Roofing, Exteriors, and Remodeling to discuss how renovations can make your basement a functional space in your home.

Known for her affordable design tips, creative DIYs, and friendly, intimate approach to creating coziness, Liz Marie Galvan knows a thing or two about taking a space and making it feel like a warm hug. Now, the USA Today best-selling author and interior designer is sharing all new inspiration and intentional living ideas to help readers create their own cozy spaces and healthy habits in her new book, Create Your Own Cozy: 100 Practical Ways to Love Your Home and Life.

Having a pet is incredibly rewarding, but it's also a huge responsibility. Part of that responsibility is ensuring your home is equipped and ready to be a safe environment for your animal companion. For expert insight, we connected with Megan Ellinger, Director of Animal Welfare; Lyndsey Sturgeon, Canine Behavior Coordinator; and Kelly James, Animal Behavior Coordinator from Humane Society of West Michigan (HSWM).

You've decided to undertake some home renovations. Awesome! But ... where to begin? There are a bounty of considerations to bear in mind, on top of the mountain of decisions you'll already need to make. Thankfully, we tapped the expertise of some local professionals to help guide you.

Did you know? You can participate in conservation—even in your own backyard? In celebration of May being Gardening for Wildlife Month, John Ball Zoo is encouraging West Michigan residents choose native trees, shrubs and pollinator plants for their gardens to help existing wildlife by providing them food and shelter.

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