Living in a rental property can limit your interior design options. Depending on the terms of your lease, it might prohibit you from renovation of any kind—even putting holes in the wall. For many, this can prove frustrating when wanting to divide up a space. Luckily, we’ve put together some simple and temporary room divider ideas that are...

Before you make any major changes to your property, investigate what type of build permit you need. Even if you’re just remodeling your home, construction permits are required for most projects. Here is a basic guide to the types of major home remodeling projects requiring a permit: Demolition If you’re demolishing any outdoor or indoor structure, you’ll need...

Home remodeling, also called home renovation, is one of the best ways to bring new life into an old house. Remodeling projects can replace outdated elements, boost aesthetics and increase functionality all at the same time. If you’re searching for new home renovation ideas to get the most out of your home or just hunting for a place...

Rain chains are a popular feature of Japanese architecture and landscape design. They’re popular all over the world wherever homeowners want to turn rainfall into a piece of art or provide valuable drainage functions. While rain chains are a popular trend and have some real benefits, they may not be right for everyone. Here we’ll go over the...

If you want to make the most of unused space at home, consider repurposing a guest room for home theater purposes. If you have a spare bedroom you aren’t using regularly, you’re sitting on great potential for a miniature movie sanctuary. But what happens when you do have guests? Luckily, there are some clever ways to turn a...

If you’re interested in making your own sustainable plant fertilizer, it’s a great time to learn how to make compost tea from kitchen waste. Composting takes the organic waste from your daily life like eggshells, coffee grounds and grass clippings and breaks them down into their basic nutrients. Having a compost pile or compost bin means you have...

Loss of use coverage, or “coverage D,” is an important part of a standard homeowners insurance policy. While other parts of your policy can help you pay to repair damages to your home, loss of use coverage is there to help you while repairs are being made. Depending on how long you have to wait before you can...

Nantucket feeling Colonial home on one of your favorite Marblehead streets! This house has it all...Updated Kitchen, bathrooms, interior & exterior living spaces. Updated electrical, heating, insulation, roof, lighting, closets, mantle, bulk head, & so much more. This house is 30 years young and only lived in by 4 owners. It has central air conditioning & a security system. Open layout on the first floor with great entertaining flow between the interior and exterior. 1st floor has spacious chef's kitchen with granite countertops and high-end stainless steel appliances,& at two-tiered countertop bar. Dining, Living &...

Custom renovated & redesigned contemporary Colonial situated on an impasse street with only two houses. Commanding foyer with herringbone Marble tile floor. Custom built locker-style mudroom tucked away behind the rich pocket door. Stunning powder room, fireplace living room with custom finishes that have top-notch millwork. Chef's kitchen with Stainless Steel Thermador® appliances, Quartz countertops, 1" thick custom cabinets with stunning hardware, wet bar with built in Marvel™ beverage refrigerator, Quartz peninsula, pantry space, adjacent open concept dining room & office flow beautifully into the family room. 2nd floor: Master...

Turn the key and be wowed by this picture perfect treasure that has been renovated, updated, & expanded yet still has the charm & quality of craftsmanship you only get from a house of its era. Hardwood flooring, Crown Molding, bead board, China cabinet, French doors all work seamlessly with new materials like the Granite Kitchen, Stainless Steel appliances, Marvin windows, Plantation shutters, sliding deck doors,& so much more! 1st floor has an open layout feel between the living, dining & family rooms. 2nd floor has a skylit Master Bed plus Bath addition with cathedral ceilings & commanding palladium window. Expand on...

Charming Colonial with convenient access to Logan airport, Boston and walking distance to the train, beaches and eateries. Great condo alternative. This owner has updated and put her own improvements where it counts most. Enjoy a new kitchen with Quartz countertops, honed granite undermount sink, new appliances, white cabinetry with contemporary hardware, custom backsplash and durable updated gray plank flooring. Both full and half bathrooms have been updated, hardwood floors throughout most of the house. The first floor features a kitchen with adjacent deck and access to the driveway, dining room, living room and family room (currently...

This is THE BEST *3 Bedroom end-unit at the Highlands! RENOVATED inside and out. Current owner did extensive hardscaping & add'l landscaping including: Granite & Stone water fountain (lights up at night) overlooking a large custom built patio with sliders leading to the open concept first floor. NEW kitchen featuring Bosch® stainless steel appliances, large center eat-at Silestone™ island, under counter lighting & more. Wood burning fireplace you can enjoy from both the living & dining rooms. Designer Marble first floor bathroom. Two renovated full bathrooms on the 2nd floor plus Master suite with big walk in closet &...