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Your basement is the perfect area in the home to gather with family, entertain and just lounge around. But if the space is filled with lots of clutter, the basement can’t be properly enjoyed. Here are a few unique storage solutions that will help you clear away the mess: Under-stair cabinets Use your basement’s lower staircase wall as a display/storage area with built-in cabinets slanting downward alongside the stairs for a unique look. This storage method not only gives you plenty...

You may want to think about swapping traditional architectural-grade wood for bamboo lumber. Not only does bamboo offer a much more striking design, its durability and versatility simply cannot be beat. And if that’s not enough reason to implement bamboo lumber into your home, office or business, the material is also eco-friendly. While hardwood takes anywhere from 30 to 50 years to mature, bamboo grows to its full potential within just three to five years. Bamboo also produces more oxygen per...

Kitchen trends are constantly changing, and the year 2014 is all about innovative surfaces and materials that are stylish and work with your lifestyle. Ensure that your kitchen is up to date on all the latest and greatest trends by implementing these design ideas: Eco-friendly lighting Being eco-friendly in the kitchen doesn’t just mean conserving water and recycling. You can help out the earth with the lighting you have installed. Whether your kitchen is filled with pendants, under-cabinet lights, track...

Spring is the time for renewal and freshness, so what better time to revamp your home? Prep your dwelling for a new season and give it a unique and memorable look with any of these chic and modern upgrades: Implement gold kitchen and bath fixtures Gold can help promote elegance and modern design. Swap out the traditional stainless steel faucets and fixtures with gold-toned finishes. Gold can be combined with a number of design elements and creates a dramatic contrast...

Eco-friendly interior office building design is becoming more and more important for conserving water, energy and materials. According to the Western North Carolina Green Building Council, in the United States, buildings account for 68 percent of total electricity consumption, 30 percent of landfill waste and 39 percent of total energy use. Going green is simple Some building owners may shy away from adhering to sustainable practices because they’re under the impression that those changes are costly or take too much...