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Historic Hoboken Bakery Becomes Modern Home
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Historic Hoboken Bakery Becomes Modern Home

November 12, 2026 | 0 comments
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Former ad exec turns colorful design philosophy into bestseller

Former ad exec turns colorful design philosophy into bestseller
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Muskoka cottage restored with modern touch

Muskoka cottage restored with modern touch
Renovation Diary

Michigan couple builds heirloom home for family gatherings

Michigan couple builds heirloom home for family gatherings
Material Guide

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

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

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Muskoka cottage restored with modern touch
Builder Spotlight

Muskoka cottage restored with modern touch

by Rina Sari | November 10, 2026
Pottery Barn launches eclectic holiday collection
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Pottery Barn launches eclectic holiday collection

by Rina Sari | November 5, 2026
Lehigh Valley Pool Prep Focuses on Sustainability, Safety
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Lehigh Valley Pool Prep Focuses on Sustainability, Safety

October 23, 2026
Contemporary Rug Collections Turn Floors Into Artistic Canvases
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Contemporary Rug Collections Turn Floors Into Artistic Canvases

October 21, 2026
Nike Exhibition Opens in New York Showcasing Archive and Design
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Nike Exhibition Opens in New York Showcasing Archive and Design

October 12, 2026
Modern home blends with West Vancouver woods
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Modern home blends with West Vancouver woods

October 8, 2026

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San Francisco home gets modern renovation
Contractor Corner

San Francisco home gets modern renovation

Toronto Penthouse Gets Bold, Colorful Redesign
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Toronto Penthouse Gets Bold, Colorful Redesign

Weighing repair vs. replacement for old windows
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Weighing repair vs. replacement for old windows

Homeowners urged to standardize bids before remodeling
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Homeowners urged to standardize bids before remodeling

Eureka’s Arundel blends walnut and leather for bold, lasting furniture
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Eureka’s Arundel blends walnut and leather for bold, lasting furniture

Floor Plans

Historic Hoboken Bakery Becomes Modern Home

Historic Hoboken Bakery Becomes Modern Home

November 12, 2026

Former ad exec turns colorful design philosophy into bestseller

November 11, 2026
Former ad exec turns colorful design philosophy into bestseller
Rebuilding a home with personal touch

Rebuilding a home with personal touch

November 6, 2026

Custom Closets Streamline Daily Life in Lehigh Valley Homes

November 2, 2026
Custom Closets Streamline Daily Life in Lehigh Valley Homes
Tips for Planning Kitchen Lighting at Night

Tips for Planning Kitchen Lighting at Night

October 27, 2026

Material Guide

Material Guide

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

November 7, 2026
Seattle Home’s Mid-Century Charm Revived in Playful Renovation
Material Guide

Bella Casa Unveils New Showroom

October 29, 2026
Bella Casa Unveils New Showroom
Material Guide

Ask These Key Questions Before Heat Pump Replacement

October 28, 2026
Ask These Key Questions Before Heat Pump Replacement
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Spinnaker x seconde/seconde Launch New 50 Phantoms Watch Edition

October 19, 2026
Spinnaker x seconde/seconde Launch New 50 Phantoms Watch Edition
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Mexican Designer Honors Heritage in ALMA Acoustic Panels

October 17, 2026
Mexican Designer Honors Heritage in ALMA Acoustic Panels
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Artist uses shattered glass to reveal hidden histories in Toronto

October 11, 2026
Artist uses shattered glass to reveal hidden histories in Toronto

Renovation Diary

Michigan couple builds heirloom home for family gatherings

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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Bethlehem Gallery of Floors offers flooring services

by Consuelo Espinoza
Bethlehem Gallery of Floors offers flooring services

Their Adore Your Floor Guarantee ensures customers will love their floor, or it will be replaced. The store offers a wide array of both residential and commercial flooring, encompassing carpet, laminate, hardwood, luxury vinyl, and tile—all tailored to meet local needs. Their Adore Your Floor Guarantee ensures customers will love their floor, or it will be replaced. With expert measurement, worry-free professional installation, and surprisingly affordable prices, they work every…

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Homeowners Urged to Seal Attic Leaks Before Insulating

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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Historic Hoboken Bakery Becomes Modern Home

A 2,500-square-foot duplex in a 1909 industrial building, originally Schmalz Bakery, has...

Maite Ramirez • Nov 12, 2026 • Floor Plans
Historic Hoboken Bakery Becomes Modern Home

Historic Hoboken Bakery Becomes Modern Home

T he former Schmalz Bakery was a supplier of baked goods to Wonder Bread before becoming Wonder Lofts. In the heart of Hoboken, New Jersey, a 2,500-square-foot duplex spans two floors of a historic industrial building, originally constructed in...

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1909. This former home of Schmalz Bakery, a supplier of baked goods to Wonder Bread, has undergone a transformation into luxurious loft-style residences, now known as Wonder Lofts. Joan Enger, an interior designer, expresses her admiration for Hoboken, stating, “I’ve...

Michigan couple builds heirloom home for family gatherings

A Michigan couple designed Oxbow Manor, a 3,000-sq-ft heirloom home blending historic...

Fernanda Perez • Nov 9, 2026 • Renovation Diary
Michigan couple builds heirloom home for family gatherings

Michigan couple builds heirloom home for family gatherings

T he 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...

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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 homeowners—a retired couple with 13 grandchildren—collaborated closely on...

Pottery Barn launches eclectic holiday collection

Pottery Barn launches eclectic holiday collection with Shane Brown's imperfect charm approach...

Rina Sari • Nov 5, 2026 • Builder Spotlight
Pottery Barn launches eclectic holiday collection

Pottery Barn launches eclectic holiday collection

U nlike traditional holiday aesthetics, which often favor matching sets or themed decor, Brown’s method prioritizes narrative. A new Pottery Barn collection draws on the eclectic style of Shane Brown, founder of California’s Big Daddy’s Antiques and The Well...

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stores. Known for curating unexpected finds over polished perfection, Brown’s collaboration brings his approach to holiday decorating and gifting to a wider audience. Brown’s design philosophy centers on imperfection as charm. His advice for seasonal entertaining starts with small, intentional...

Custom Closets Streamline Daily Life in Lehigh Valley Homes

Custom closets streamline daily life in Lehigh Valley homes with tailored storage...

Maite Ramirez • Nov 2, 2026 • Floor Plans
Custom Closets Streamline Daily Life in Lehigh Valley Homes

Custom Closets Streamline Daily Life in Lehigh Valley Homes

C loset Factory has been transforming Lehigh Valley homes with custom storage systems for years. A chaotic morning routine can set the tone for the entire day. Closet Factory offers a solution: custom storage systems designed to streamline daily...

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life. For years, they've been transforming Lehigh Valley homes, one tailored space at a time. Designing for Daily Life The current trend in closet design leans towards a boutique aesthetic, with homeowners seeking polished, personalized spaces. This approach ensures the...