Are you a culinary adventurer? If so, you know how much fun it can be to experiment with herbs in your soups, sauces and casseroles. Better, it’s easy enough to step that flavor up by using fresh herbs picked straight from the garden. Many culinary herbs are easy to grow on a windowsill, and they’re only an arm’s...

As technology advances, so do the tools available for interior design. Software and mobile apps continue to grow in popularity among professional designers and DIY home stylists. Here are some of the main types of digital tools used by interior designers today: Digital cameras Digital cameras have made interior designers' jobs quicker and easier by providing a simple...

Hurricanes of all sizes can be dangerous. No matter how serious the storm is, there are guidelines you should follow to stay safe at home. Here are some safety tips to remember during a hurricane: Stay Away From Windows If you aren't required to evacuate your home, the best place to be is inside and away from windows....

The night blooming jasmine vine is a popular addition to summer gardens, but also grows successfully indoors. With the right care and conditions, you can enjoy the climbing vines and flowers this plant has to offer in your own home. Here are some key tips for growing night-blooming jasmine indoors: Light Night blooming jasmine prefers indirect bright light...

Some of the best decor serves a helpful function in addition to providing aesthetic improvement. One example of this is the increasingly popular rain chain. Rain chains hang outdoors to replace a gutter spout. They disperse collected rainwater away from the house while also serving as an eye-catching decorative piece. You can buy rain chains wherever garden decor...

DIY construction projects can be an exciting way to put your skills to use and improve your home’s functionality or appearance. Whether you’re new to DIY or have experience with these types of projects, it’s always important to make sure you’re safe. When doing DIY construction projects, keep these safety tips in mind at all times. Get Rid...

Prayer plants are popular houseplants because of their vividly colored leaves. Like most tropical plants, it's uncommon for prayer plants to bloom when kept as houseplants. However, given the right conditions, you might still notice the pleasant surprise of flowers on your prayer plant. Here is a basic guide to what you should know about prayer plant blooms:...

Image by Роман Распутин from Pixabay When you’re going to be purchasing new construction, it’s important to understand as much as possible about this process. Being unfamiliar with certain aspects of new construction could lead to you spending more money than you planned or not getting the exact house you want. When you’re going to be meeting with...

Photo by William Fortunato from Pexels Buying a home is a big decision made up of dozens of smaller decisions. With so many moving parts in the process it's difficult to know you’re making the best choices. Some of the most important choices in buying a home have to do with finances. Here we will go over some...

Nestled at the end of a long, tree-lined drive on almost 6 verdant acres, this Lynnfield estate features a custom built residence with architectural details evoking Old World elegance: private balconies for every bedroom, stone-front fireplaces and exquisite woodworking. Dedicated private spaces integrated within the versatile, sprawling 3-story layout make this home ideal for multi-generational family scenarios, today’s lifestyles and when entertaining. Traffic flows freely between the chic kitchen with custom bird’s eye maple cabinets to living areas bordered by window walls that open to a wrap-around balcony overlooking the courtyard....

Be wowed when you enter this beautiful contemporary home in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Swampscott. Large open concept living with a rare half acre of land. 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. Renovated eat in kitchen with cherry cabinets and granite countertops. Large dining room wonderful for entertaining. Spacious living room to relax and enjoy the fireplace with access to a screened~in porch. Generous sized primary bedroom with remodeled full bath. Walls of glass throughout this very special home overlooking the impressive and level grounds backing up to the Swampscott Rail Trail. Come view this extraordinary...

Contemporary brick Tudor-style home with wintertime Ocean views. It's hard to decide if you want to host a party or just relax and enjoy your favorite book in front of the sky-lit family room while warming up in front of the magnificent built-in gas burning fireplace. Windows envelope the open concept first floor and bring the outdoors inside with surrounding views of trees & nature. Privately situated and set back from the Oak Road entry. Attached EE garages on both the Crest and Oak entrances.1st floor offers a Granite kitchen that opens up to a large eat-at bar with pendant lighting & dining space. The family room is surrounded...