Home renovation can be both an exciting and overwhelming affair. Now that you have the time, funds, and the services of a contractor, where should you start? What are the motions to go through in order to...

You want to live in a villa in Thailand? How about an gorgeous apartment in New York City? Perhaps you dream of a house in rustic Italy, or a condo by the beach in Australia. You would think...

It goes without saying that every gardener wants to provide the best possible conditions for the plants to grow. However, this is hard in some regions of the world where there is either too much snow or...

It’s only ever when you have to move homes that the amount of stuff around suddenly seems like too much. When did you get so many random vases? Was it ever a good idea to invest in...

Let’s unpack the pluses and minuses of deciding to downsize your home. There are a lot of reasons to consider downsizing your home: as you approach retirement, to make future moves easier, to live a less stressful /...

If you or someone in your family suffers from allergies or asthma, the quality of the air in your home may be to blame. Bacteria, dust mites, and mold can take up residents in the duct work...

By Kayla Matthews− More Americans than ever before are finding ways to work from home. Whether it’s through corporate positions that allow the freedom to work outside of the standard office setting, running a home business or...

By Kayla Matthews – Regardless of the winter temperatures, one thing is certain: Spring is on its way. If you’re like most of the country, you can’t wait. While the weather takes its time getting there, why...

By Kim Chaffin – God has a sense of humor! He woke me up last week with “she wakes before her family.” As I lay in bed, bits and pieces of Proverbs 31 were rolling through my...

The Workbench Life: Outdoor By Robert Ferguson for The Workbench Life   Most homeowners focus their attention on the inside of their homes when preparing for winter. However, areas outside of the home should not be neglected...

By Justin Doochin− Yes, winter is coming to a close, but for many winter vegetables, it’s still considered peak season! While winter is commonly associated with hot chocolate, sledding, and Snuggies, fresh produce seems to be left...

By Rachel Cherry – Some of the fondest memories that many adults have of their childhood is the time spent in the garden with a grandparent. Gardening can be a great way for virtually anyone to relax and...