Any major home renovation will be a costly exercise, but the expense can quickly spiral out of control if the project isn't carefully planned and competently carried out. The first step toward achieving home renovation success is to avoid these seven common planning mistakes that can greatly increase the cost and hassle of any project,…

The idea of being able to control your environment with voice commands—turning lights on and off, playing music, activating security features, and more—once seemed like a glimpse of the future. However, it is now entirely possible. Installing smart devices in your home can simplify daily tasks with automation, but they can also make life more…

One essential for any dream kitchen renovation is to have an on-demand supply of healthy drinking water straight from your kitchen taps. No more purchasing heavy jugs of water at the store, throwing away tons of plastic bottles, or having to wait forever for a pitcher to filter your water for you. There’s a better…

Expanding your home is a major renovation that can add functional space and square footage. When considering the idea of expanding your home, there is usually a clearly defined purpose for the new space, but there may be other aspects to the project that you haven’t considered. Before beginning your project, make sure you’ve explored…