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Michigan couple builds heirloom home for family gatherings

by Fernanda Perez

The homeowners—a retired couple with 13 grandchildren—collaborated closely on the project. A new home in Ada, Michigan, just outside Grand Rapids, blends old-world charm with modern family living. Oxbow Manor, a 3,000-square-foot residence, sits in a neighborhood designed to echo historic architecture. The setting inspired interior designer Ella Baker to craft a space that feels established yet personal, avoiding any trace of forced antiquity. A home built for generations The…

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Homeowners Urged to Seal Attic Leaks Before Insulating

by Maite Ramirez

ENERGY STAR's guidance on attic upgrades emphasizes the importance of hatch treatment and highlights equipment and combustion-safety considerations. When considering the installation of attic insulation, homeowners typically focus on the type of material and its thickness. However, a more effective strategy is to view the attic as an integrated system that encompasses various factors, including air leaks, accessibility, moisture, and safety considerations. The specified depth or product name is merely…

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Designer Amber Lewis releases new book

Amber Lewis releases new book about her design process and lessons learned...

Maite Ramirez • Nov 14, 2026 • Builder Spotlight

Designer Amber Lewis releases new book

A common misconception about Lewis's success is that it came from a single big aesthetic breakthrough. Amber Lewis, a celebrated designer, has released a new book, Interiors: Curated Spaces from Start to Finish, which shares her design process...

and lessons learned over 15 years in the industry. The book launches on September 29, and features nine projects that showcase her approach to design. Lewis's design philosophy is centered around creating spaces that feel calm and lived-in, rather than...

Former ad exec turns colorful design philosophy into bestseller

Amber Guyton’s Soulful Maximalism blends bold color and emotional depth in home...

Consuelo Espinoza • Nov 11, 2026 • Floor Plans

Former ad exec turns colorful design philosophy into bestseller

A esthetic bookshelf with vintage books and an ornate brass jug in a warm-toned, minimalist setting. Photo: Agung Pandit Wiguna/Pexels Amber Guyton spent years climbing the corporate ranks in advertising and financial services, designing office spaces by day while...

transforming her own home into a personal project by night. That side pursuit, Blessed Little Bungalow, began as a blog documenting her budget-conscious, emotionally rich approach to decor. Over time, it evolved into a full-time pursuit and the foundation of...

Seattle Home’s Mid-Century Charm Revived in Playful Renovation

A Seattle mid-century home renovation blends playful updates with original charm, honoring...

Maite Ramirez • Nov 7, 2026 • Material Guide

Seattle Home’s Mid-Century Charm Revived in Playful Renovation

A curved island softens the room’s lines, and a custom banquette in the nook, hand-drawn by Jessica to fit perfectly, became a favorite feature. A five-thousand-square-foot residence in Seattle’s Windermere neighborhood, coveted for its proximity to the University...

of Washington, lake and mountain views, and architecturally significant mid-century homes, sits at the center of a project to honor a building’s past while adapting it for modern living. The home, originally designed by Raymond H. Peck—the architect behind the...

San Francisco home gets modern renovation

A modern renovation of a 1914 Edwardian home in San Francisco's Lake...

Consuelo Espinoza • Nov 4, 2026 • Contractor Corner

San Francisco home gets modern renovation

T he 1914 Edwardian home is located on California Street. Interior designer Eva Bradley drew inspiration from her time in San Francisco when designing a 1914 Edwardian home on California Street. The house, just under 2,870 square feet, is...

located in the city's coveted Lake District. Eva shares her affection for the area, saying "I still love these streets" and appreciating "the architecture, the light, and the way each block carries its own history." The owners, a young couple...