Solar energy is more accessible, reliable and inexpensive than ever before. Many home owners are choosing to go solar causing a 75% increase in the solar market in the past 5 years. However, choosing to go solar is not an easy decision to make. While it is better for the environment and can actually increase …
Autumn is in full swing and there’s nothing better than going to the beach on a warm day, but what about your canine friend? Not all beaches allow dogs so you’ll need to check ahead of time. If you do find a dog friendly beach, make sure you practice proper beach etiquette to ensure the …
We often think of fashion and decor as two completely different worlds. But style isn’t just for the catwalk, it is for your home too. In the past, interior design trends have always lagged behind the fashion industry but today, the creative minds of both worlds come together. Fashion is as much about texture, design …
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Would you like to transform your living space with beautiful interior design? Anybody would after seeing the same old furniture and window coverings year after year. By using an interior designer you can add style, elegance on a large scale or you can freshen up the look of your rooms with well chosen additions or modifications. Although …
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We all know that architects design the structures we live and work in. But, what really brings your space to life are the aesthetic choices you make for the inside and outside of that structure. Interior designers understand color, pattern, texture, furniture placement, finishing materials and how they impact the character of every room. By …
The aesthetics and beauty of the interior of your home or office space should make you and your guests or clients feel comfortable and welcome when they visit. However, designing your own space without the proper knowledge is harder than it looks. It requires a trained eye to pay attention to the impact of details …
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Thanks for stopping by our blog. If you’re looking for more information about Give Me Shelter Design, you’ve come to the right place. About Give Me Shelter Design Having worked in the design industry since 1985, I founded Give Me Shelter Design in 2001 as a boutique interior design firm to provide personalized design services to the …
Is spending so much time inside making you go stir-crazy? Well with life outside seemingly on hold, this may be the perfect opportunity to make a few easy home improvements to transform your house into a nicer and more refreshed place to spend your days. From adding a pop of color to your front door …
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Water conservation is very important because our water supply is finite so clean water is a limited resource. Most of California is experiencing an extreme drought and the crisis has now entered its fifth year. According to scientists, it would take several years of above-average rainfall before California’s water supply could return to anything even …
The weather is going to get cold and it will rain or snow where you live in the coming months (even in California, where I live). So here is a helpful article by Barbara Winfield and Bob Vila to help you create your list of projects for the Fall. http://homes.yahoo.com/news/bob-vila-s-fall-maintenance-checklist.html Happy home maintenance everyone!
