Pavilions flanking terraces, glass walls spilling into gardens, verandas nestled among treetops – homes in Europe and Asia are completely connected to nature. Discover home designs that focus on the connection to nature Villa by Twobo Arquitectura Although located on the Costa Brava, north of Barcelona, this villa in Empordà, Spain, by Twobo Arquitectura, points… Continue reading Stunning global homes that invite nature
The 49 Best Airbnbs in the US: Discover the Best Rentals (2025)
This unique brownstone home in Brooklyn strikes the perfect balance between color and style. It was professionally designed and decorated by Jarret Yoshida – and it shows. Waking up in a queen-sized bed in front of a marble fireplace set in a poppy-colored wall is better than any alarm clock. Our favorite part is the… Continue reading The 49 Best Airbnbs in the US: Discover the Best Rentals (2025)
Five Questions: Sam Rankin | Landscape management
Sam Rankin presidentEtch Outdoor LivingHuxley, Iowa 1. Tell me about Etch Outdoor Living and how did you get into the business? We are a full-service provider Design/Construction Companyand that's what we do Snow removal as well as. We put a little more emphasis on recurring services, but we also take care of pools, patios, putting… Continue reading Five Questions: Sam Rankin | Landscape management
“What exactly do I need?”
Moving to a new area with a homeowners association can be a difficult adjustment. When done well, HOAs can help resolve disputes between neighbors and preserve property values. However, many homeowners who live in an HOA have reported that the HOA has more interference in their personal home decisions. HOAs can deny green upgrades for… Continue reading “What exactly do I need?”
Torn roofs and broken windows and damage to over 100 homes in a tornado near Houston
HOUSTON (AP) — A tornado that ripped through residential areas north of Houston damaged more than 100 homes, ripping off roofs, ripping garages off their foundations and shattering windows, Texas authorities said. No injuries were reported in Monday's storm, which uprooted trees, brought down power lines and left trails of debris in some neighborhoods. Heavy… Continue reading Torn roofs and broken windows and damage to over 100 homes in a tornado near Houston
That one thing on your holiday table could ruin the meal
Important points Overwhelming candle scents can impact how guests taste and experience a meal. Instead, opt for odorless tea lights or candlesticks so you can still create a warm, cozy light. Avoid tall or bulky centerpieces, wobbly or fragile decorations, and glitter, sequins, or confetti. Designing a stunning tablescape is a beautiful and creative endeavor,… Continue reading That one thing on your holiday table could ruin the meal
Steam Deck is on sale in Canada for $399 until December 1st
If you're excited about the upcoming Valve Steam Machine and want to get your hands on a Steam Deck, the base model is now discounted to $399 in Canada. Normally it costs $499. The discounted model is the base model with 256 GB of storage and an LCD display. The OLED models are still available… Continue reading Steam Deck is on sale in Canada for $399 until December 1st
The Northern Lights could shine across 15 states tonight – see if yours is on the list
Important points NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center predicts a G1 (minor) geomagnetic storm driven by fast solar wind with a Kp index of about 5. The aurora could be visible in 15 states. This show is expected to be less intense than the G4 storm (Kp 8) earlier this month, which produced widespread, vivid auroras.… Continue reading The Northern Lights could shine across 15 states tonight – see if yours is on the list
Proportion of new houses with lower terrace edges – view of residential construction
The share of new homes with patios fell from 17.6% in 2023 to a new all-time low of 17.4% in 2024, according to the NAHB table of HUD/Census Bureau Survey of Construction (SOC) data. In the longer term, the proportion of new homes with terraces has steadily declined since reaching a peak of 27.0% in… Continue reading Proportion of new houses with lower terrace edges – view of residential construction
Lessons on the domino effect of urban green infrastructure | Steward's Corner
Last summer I spent 10 weeks as an intern with the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, working in their District of Columbia office. As a student interested in urban environmental health, I have been deeply involved in the green stormwater infrastructure that the Alliance is helping to shape around Washington. And I asked myself, “How… Continue reading Lessons on the domino effect of urban green infrastructure | Steward's Corner