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Oct 7, 2024 | 
bobvila.com | Kristen Mosier
We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › During our recent primary bathroom renovation, my husband and I were tasked with choosing a new shower fixture. Even as someone who has tested and reviewed multiple shower heads, I was quickly overwhelmed by the available options.
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Sep 12, 2024 | 
yahoo.com | Kristen Mosier
Kristen Mosier, LMFTSeptember 12, 2024 at 8:03 AM·4 min readOne afternoon, I was riding the subway with my young son dangling from a baby carrier when a stranger beamed at him and approached me, asking, “How old is your baby?” When I answered that he was 9 months old, she became elated and said, “Isn’t this just the best age?” I smiled, nodding, yet internally gripped with the fear that this might actually be the best age.
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Jul 26, 2024 | 
bobvila.com | Kristen Mosier |Jenny Stanley |Daryna Tobey
Brushed gold fixtures and accents can take your modern kitchen or bath into designer-level territory. Warmer than chrome, gold is both soft and classy. Though the metal has been trendy in recent years, it's still a classic option with plenty of longevity-and there's no rule that says that if you add gold to your space, you have to go gold exclusively.
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May 31, 2024 | 
bobvila.com | Kristen Mosier
We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More ›Kitchen cabinets do a lot more than store tableware. They can make or break the look of the entire space. So when cabinets are drab or dated, an update may be in order. While replacing kitchen cabinets can be both costly and time-consuming—and a project best left to the pros, consider some more modest updates.
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May 31, 2024 | 
bobvila.com | Kristen Mosier
Painting the ceiling is often an afterthought and a missed design opportunity. "I think the ceiling is the fifth wall, and it has to be addressed," says Jaime Galapo, president of Galapo Group Design, LLC in Parkland, Florida. "It makes the room feel complete and whole," she adds. Rooms with painted ceilings can also appear more expansive with less distinct lines and edges, especially when the same color is applied throughout the space.
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May 30, 2024 | 
bobvila.com | Kristen Mosier
The old saying goes, the kitchen is the heart of the home-and often, at the center of that gathering space is the kitchen island. "An island with seating can create a welcoming social hub in a kitchen," says Mitchell Parker, Houzz senior editor, citing the 2024 U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends Study, which found that many homeowners rely on their islands for entertaining (54%) and socializing (44%) post-renovation.
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May 25, 2024 | 
bobvila.com | Kristen Mosier
Remodeling a kitchen is no small investment. These days U.S. homeowners are paying an average of about $26,000 for a new kitchen. Plus, there's also the disruption to daily life and time devoted to managing the project. In order to max out the investment, it's essential to consider longevity for both function and style when approaching a renovation.
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May 25, 2024 | 
yahoo.com | Kristen Mosier
Kristen MosierMay 25, 2024 at 7:46 AM·6 min readWe may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More ›A modern kitchen features hard flooring, stainless steel appliances, and a kitchen island with a white countertop and wood design. Remodeling a kitchen is no small investment. These days U.S. homeowners are paying an average of about $26,000 for a new kitchen.
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May 1, 2024 | 
bobvila.com | Kristen Mosier
The flowers are blooming and the sun is shining-which means it's the perfect time to open the windows and clear out neglected corners. A thorough spring cleaning will not only offer a cosmetic refresh, but it can also improve the home's functionality. From outside to inside and upstairs to downstairs, sometimes it can feel like there are endless tasks to tackle. This list will make it easier by providing answers to your most pressing questions about home maintenance.
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Apr 23, 2024 | 
bobvila.com | Kristen Mosier
For years, open-concept floor plans have been one of the most sought-after features of home shoppers. This isn't surprising, since eliminating walls can increase natural light and a feeling of airiness while accommodating better traffic flow and easier social interaction. However, during the pandemic, when families were stuck at home together, the desire for more walls and separation grew. So, are open floor plans in or out?
