Did you find yourself waiting on long lines last week for Black Friday sales – or did you opt for Cyber Monday deals instead? Maybe you shopped both, hoping to find the best values for your gift lists. Or maybe you’re the kind of shopper who prefers a less harried environment and are content to
Wellness design and federal legislation rarely intersect, but the just-signed bipartisan infrastructure deal – officially named Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act – has several components that will benefit Americans’ well-being where they live. While most of the funds will go toward public infrastructure, such as airports, bridges, roads, tunnels and ports, providing residential access to
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… Except if you’re coping with holiday season stress. Throw in the added difficulty of coping with Covid and the need for self care is evident. The good news is you don’t have to travel to a luxury spa to meet this need. Adding wellness design features to
Thursday, November 11 is Veteran’s Day in the United States, when we honor those who have served in our nation’s armed services. According to the Veteran’s Administration, more than 185,000 of the vets who have received care in one of their facilities have been diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury (TBI), and between 11% and
Wellness design was a growing trend before the pandemic sent millions of Americans home in early 2020, but the long months many families spent cooped up at home making their spaces as safe, healthy, functional and comfortable as possible despite tremendous challenges has accelerated it tremendously. Two major media events this week highlight its prime
If you follow global tile trends, there are three key events to watch each year. One of them, Cersaie, took place last month in Bologna, Italy and the industry reports on what was hot on the show floor are now in. This is what will be trending on our shores and in our showrooms next
Professional designers and retailers have been posting in industry discussion groups about the seemingly endless delays in getting products for new construction and remodeling projects. One group leader even asked her 2,000 members, including designers, manufacturers and reps, to post about inventory surplus items others could access. This was a new phenomenon, at least in
The pandemic has impacted how and where we’ve been enjoying our favorite beverages, shifting from coffee houses to our houses, for example, and spurring the trend of entertaining close friends and family in our indoor and outdoor living spaces. This is contributing to the recent burst of residential remodeling activity, with home beverage centers being
Is it any surprise that Americans are seeking relaxation features for their primary bathroom projects in this time of turmoil and tension? According to the massive home renovation and design platform Houzz, upgrades that create a spa-like atmosphere are scoring up to 68% in a recent 3,000 homeowner survey. “In the midst of the chaos
When we look at the many ways that COVID-19 has impacted our homes and lives, cooking and nutrition have to be included. “Since the start of the pandemic, virtually all appliances have been relied on to keep families nourished and healthy,” observes Jill Notini, vice president and industry spokesperson for the Association of Home Appliance
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