Archives for January 2021

Choosing the right design for your house remodeling is an important decision with a long-term impact. However, even more important than that decision is the choice of the contractor for the job. Just like any other work, hiring decision needs to be right for your needs and should not be taken lightly. Check out their website and their past projects, but understand what is important in your review. It is appropriate to ask for references and verify them prior to offering the job. Finally, conduct an in-person interview before you make a decision.

Key Takeaways:

• A team needs someone proficient in floor plans who knows how light moves and how families function.
• Some general contractors have project managers, some don’t, but one is needed to stay on top of things.
• Someone is needed on site who can take photos, videos and time lapses of the process.

“I’ve been to the property twice, and sure have spent probably 20 hours there total, but who is going to really be there to oversee the design?”

Read more: https://stylebyemilyhenderson.com/blog/how-to-hire-an-architect

At the beginning of the year, a lot of people go through spring cleaning or decluttering. It’s important to reduce clutter as it actually prompts a chemical response of cortisol. Cortisol gives you a sense of anxiety or stress as a result. There are several reasons for the clutter including kids, wardrobe, storage units, etc. that you may not even be aware of. Decluttering isn’t an easy task that requires prep work and even more work afterwards which sometimes results in regrets.

Key Takeaways:

• If you are thinking of decluttering, just know that clutter affects your overall well being.
• Your kids, your clothes, as well as clutter you’re not even aware of make up the clutter in your home.
• After you throw out items that you no longer need, make sure you know where to take them.

“Here are 10 things to know about clutter (and decluttering) before you whip out the garbage bags.”

Read more: https://www.organized-home.com/posts/decluttering-tips-expert-advice/

If you are wanting to organize your home, the first thing you can get rid of are linens that have holes or tears in them. You can also get rid of any unused medication. Then you will want to make sure that you have storage containers, this way you can keep your items tidy and organized. A turn table is also another important item to have in your cabinet at home so that you can organize all of those little things.

Key Takeaways:

• If you want an organized home, start with the linen closet and anything torn, get rid of it.
• Get rid of any unused medication so that you have more room in the cabinets for other items.
• You should for sure have organizational tools, like storage bins and turntables.

“They kindly took time from their busy schedules to share with us the five things we all need to get rid of right now—plus the five things we need to bring into our homes to instill order.”

Read more: https://www.organized-home.com/posts/home-edit-decluttering-organizing-tips/

If you are looking to change your design or renovate your home, there will be things that you will want to choose for the long term that will work better in your favor. Flat walls are harder to repair than the textured walls are. Choosing a dark colored area rug is better for homes that are going to have children and pets to keep it looking clean. Make sure you also know where the furniture you purchase is going before you buy it.

Key Takeaways:

• The walls you choose make a difference with maintenance and patching of the walls.
• With pets and kids, you will want dark rugs to disguise any mess that the kids and pets create.
• Before you place your furniture, make sure you know where you will be placing it first.

“Choosing a flat wall finish will cost you exorbitantly more than a ‘hand trowel’ finish on your walls because it’s WAY more forgiving.”

Read more: https://stylebyemilyhenderson.com/blog/reno-dos-and-donts