Sidewalk gardens give front yards a unique look They’re known as sidewalk gardens, hell strip gardens and even terrace gardens – but much like a rose, a garden by any name is just as sweet. Located on the lawn between the sidewalk and street, these miniature gardens can add curb appeal and big personality to READ MORE
Before making the leap, learn the do’s & don’ts By Meghan Diemel If reality was every HGTV show we’ve seen, homebuyers would be able to find a fixer-upper in a great neighborhood for a bottom-dollar price and have $200,000 to spend in renovations that are miraculously completed in seven days. Unfortunately, no matter how much READ MORE
Even the smallest bathrooms can be serene and functional with the right elements at play. Here local experts share their advice on how to make the most of a small bathroom space. Fox Cities homeowners are modernizing their kitchens with artisan features such as customized cabinetry, handmade tile backsplashes and reclaimed light fixtures. These bespoke READ MORE
Transform your space with salvaged architectural pieces Architectural salvage is the artful reuse of historic elements that were once part of an old structure. By incorporating them into a new space, these pieces can create a unique statement in a home. When an aged object or material that was destined for the dump or demolishment READ MORE
Borrow ideas from history for a time-tested holiday look From Christmas trees to cornucopias, many holiday decorations trending today are variations on styles from decades gone by. “People today have simply built on the traditions of the past,” says Ann Sager, a volunteer at Hearthstone Historic House Museum in Appleton. Debra Daubert, curator at the READ MORE
Adding personal touches to the heart of the home Fox Cities homeowners are modernizing their kitchens with artisan features such as customized cabinetry, handmade tile backsplashes and reclaimed light fixtures. These bespoke details reflect the personal tastes of the inhabitants and infuse an element of artistry into the heart of the home. Design Meets Function READ MORE
Customize your space with a statement-making wall mural Paul Schroeder, owner of Schroeder Carpentry Inc. of Greenville, not only works with muralists in his business, but he is also the proud owner of a mural in his own home. The mural depicts the farm Schroeder lived on as a child in Greenville and features a READ MORE
Move over Austin and Chicago – millennials are buying more homes in the Fox Cities than anywhere else in the country Realtor.com recently ranked Appleton as the number one market in the country where millennials buy homes. Millennials, as defined by the Pew Research Center, are the generation born between 1981 and 1996. Today they READ MORE
Gardens of seclusion become the next home trend By Meghan Diemel First came the stately man caves — followed by chic she sheds — to fulfill our needs for relaxation space. Now enter the newest “room” you need to add to your home: the secret garden. Enjoyable for children and adults alike, the outdoor spaces READ MORE
Extend your living space with a room fit for four seasons From colorful spring blooms to dramatic winter icicles, there is no such thing as a boring season in the Fox Cities. Homeowners have many options for making the most out of the natural beauty in their backyards. One of the best ways to bring READ MORE
