EYE-CATCHING WAYS TO DECORATE WITH PLANTS
Using plants as décor is a great way to add a little color and a natural, bright feel to any room. There are endless types of plants to choose from and various ways to display each one, but here are…
Using plants as décor is a great way to add a little color and a natural, bright feel to any room. There are endless types of plants to choose from and various ways to display each one, but here are…
When Is Fire Season? The duration of fire season in Colorado is typically May through September. Your chances of being caught in a wildfire in Colorado Springs depends on where you live. The map image below shows the boundaries of…
What Exactly Is A Heat Pump? Traditionally, homes use a furnace for heating and an air conditioning unit for cooling. A heat pump works as both a heating and cooling system for your home. It does not burn fossil fuels…
How Do Induction Stoves Work? Induction stoves are a type of cooking equipment that utilizes electromagnetic fields to heat pots and pans directly, rather than heating the stove surface and then transferring the heat to the cookware. This unique cooking…
What Are Living Walls? Living walls, also known as green walls or vertical gardens, are walls that are covered in vegetation, typically in a pattern of vertical panels. They can be constructed on the exterior or interior of a building…
Lauren Collier has become the first real estate broker in Colorado Springs to earn the Living Future Accreditation. Living Future Accreditation (LFA) is the professional credential earned through the International Living Future Institute that recognizes proficiency in the world’s most…
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – October 21, 2022 Solar panels are becoming a more frequent sight atop the roofs of residential homes. As climate change brings higher temperatures, more folks are looking towards renewable energy—and a decrease in energy bills. Solar…
We spend a lot of time inside our homes: cooking, eating, sleeping, playing, relaxing, etc. During that time, we are breathing inside air which contains allergens and pollutants. The quality of the air inside our homes effects our health and…
Spring is officially here and with it comes the traditional “spring cleaning” endeavor. We do our best throughout the year to keep our homes neat and tidy, yet Spring is when we tend to think about the tasks we’ve let…
The word ‘xeriscape’ was coined in 1981 by Denver Water. They combined the words ‘landscape’ and the Greek word for dry (xeros) to name the concept of landscaping that combines native plants and low water usage. Xeriscape is based on…
A terrific way to add value to your property is to build an ADU, an Accessory Dwelling Unit. An ADU can be either an attached or detached secondary residence that is smaller than the primary residence. A property with a…
When you’re getting ready to list your home, it’s of the upmost importance to ensure you are showing it in the best light. Taking time to highlight its strengths and fix up some of its possible weaknesses can make a…
Hanging out with your family or hosting friends on your old, dingy deck is not very appealing. Lucky for you, refreshing it doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. Try your hand at the makeover ideas below! Restore your decking…
Your moving day is set and it’s time to start preparing! As you’re making your lists and checking them twice, don’t forget to factor in your furry friends. Here are some tips for making sure the process goes smoothly. MEDICAL…
Although currently dimly lit and a little rough on the eyes, your unfinished basement still has a lot of potentials. With just a little love and the help of the following ideas, you can spice it up in no time…