All-American Hotdog: Happy 4th of July!!

Yes, it is national hotdog month, but lets remember what this day is about. Independence Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. Thanks Wiki! But in all seriousness it is about remember how we as a nation got to where we are today. But with that being said, enjoy the time with family and friends, BBQ-ing, hanging by the pool or eating some hotdogs and here are so ideas for making your celebration that much better! Happy Independence Day! Enjoy!

 Change up that dusty mantle with some festive decorations.

 Make you front porch standout and stand up for America!

 

 

 

 Having a party, and happen to have a gazebo? Dress it up a little to make it feel special and part of the festivities.

 Can't stand the heat outside? (Here in Houston it is supposed to be pretty hot this 4th)Take the party inside and class up those glass jars you may use for other holidays. Sure Independence Day is usually a casual time but who says it can't have shiny things!

 

 

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Coastal Living at it's Finest!

Coastal living has always been sought after for relaxation or to get away from your everyday routine. Some people chose to live on the coast full time and I am sure they enjoy every minute of it. If you choose to build a waterfront home make sure the views are first priority! From every part of home you should see a stunning view, no acceptations. Now, here are some tips when you decide to make your dream retirement home or just have a love for water. Like I said before, the views are priority, why else would you live there, right? The main living areas, kitchen, bedrooms and even the bathrooms and laundry areas should have a view. even if you can't put a huge picture window, think of how you use that space and position your windows accordingly. Here are some rooms that take advantage of their amazing views without sacrificing functionality.  Enjoy!

 Ah the first view you have when you awake. Stunning right? For a bedroom you always want the view to be facing the bed so when you rise and shine you instantly feel refreshed. Also a great way to start your day. Adding a stone fireplace to blend with the natural rocks outside is a great way to blend the inside and out nicely. Also think about native materials when choosing them for the interior.

 Now you always want to have a water friendly area accessible from the outside, And this sitting room is just that. You can relax in a more casual space that you can sit in your wet swim suits. When the weather is nice this is a great feature to have a wall of doors that fully open to the deck. Then you can enjoy the view, be "outside"  and not get sunburned all from a comfortable seat.

  What a comfortable looking room. The picture window and door give you living art that changes with the seasons. Who wouldn't want that! People tend to steer away from light color fabircs but using indoor/ outdoor fabric, such as Sunbrella, can allow you to get the crisp, clean look you want and still be able to clean it if something happened.

  Who needs lighting when you have this much natural when putting your make up on in the morning! Most people like a mirror in the bathroom and this is great application so you don't obstruct the wonder beach view.  With plenty of storage this bathroom has all you need and much more!

Hope you enjoyed this week's inspiration! Get ready for summer and enjoy! 

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Staying Hot Next To The Fireplace While It's Cold Outside!

Ah the fireplace....one of the oldest sources for heating a space. Well today with modern technology most of us don't heat our home with a fireplace but there is something about seeing a fireplace lit that makes us feel all warm and fuzzy inside! Some home boast a traditional fireplace with a mantle that you hang your Christmas stockings on others prefer a more streamline approach. Thus the birth of the modern fireplace! I am lucky to have a fireplace in our home that used to be the traditional wooden mantle but we changed that. To keep you warm during these winter months, imagine yourself sitting in front of one of these warming fires. Enjoy!

 This is how you stay warm in the bathroom! Soak in the tub with a fire going....can't get much better than this!

  Lovely integration of different materials in this interior. Fireplace is the focal point!

  Sleek design makes for a subtle accent but it still stands out in a space!

 Cozy reading chair next to a fire, everyone loves that! Still has the traditional feel but modernized look.

 Real wood burning fireplaces are great. The scent of hickory is sure to make anyone fell at home! Also you can't forget the wood storage, nicely integrated.

 

 This is  my fireplace, before and after and for those who think it cost too much to reface a fireplace it doesn't. We did it for under $800! And the room looks 100 times better!

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Fireplace Edition: The Roof is on Fire!

Fire is fascinating. Bring that mesmerizing warmth into your home for all to see! Fireplaces make any home feel cozy, welcome, and intimate- even a modern home! These glass fireplaces visually take up zero space, but infinitely impact the room. Enjoy!