Patios, decks and stone or brick extensions expand your outdoor living space, but fall short of an actual outdoor “room”. They are, however, a great foundation for a gazebo, pavilion, pergola or arbor which are not only “room” additions, but offer the perfect space to relax, dine, nap and sip – who doesn’t like to spend time outdoors with a cup ‘o joe or a perfectly mixed cocktail?
While gazebos and pergolas lack solid walls and sometimes roofs, their configurations gives shape and definition to outdoor spaces. Plus, the see-through character offers the beauty of being outside to catch a few Vitamin D-boosting rays of sunshine, and lowering your stress levels! Arbors are perfect for dressing up walkways and framing a pretty view. They don’t cost much to DIY, but you can also get an easy-to-assemble kit at your local home improvement store.
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Gorgeous mountain views. Small-town vibe. Big city access. Close proximity to ski resorts, AND, world-class research and education institutions. Your choice of home styles and amenities. Parks. Trails. Pools. Activities. You name it, Erie, Colorado has it. And for people who work in Denver or Boulder, making the move to this historical paradise 30 minutes away from either one, makes more than a little sense.
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One of the hottest topics of 2019 is cutting the cable TV cord in favor of alternative streaming and on-demand services. Cutting the cord sounds scary, right? After all it’s what we’ve known for YEARS. But thanks to 21st century technology, streaming television services compete handily with cable – delivering much the same programming for less. Lots of cool kids are cutting the cord – but before YOU make the move, here are some tips to help you decide if it’s right for you.
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You probably knew you can eat dandelion greens in a salad and make wine out of the yellow blooms. But did you know that you can eat daylilies? And dahlias? And hostas? What a colorful feast!
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They’ll be dancin’ in the streets this weekend at Colliers Hill – specifically on Moonrise Court. Why? Because five stunning model homes – finished with designer treatments, accents and finishes — are being released by Shea Homes and are up for grabs! If you’ve ever walked through these knockout examples of enviable construction and breathtaking interior design and were just waiting on the FOR SALE sign out front, you’ll be dancin’, too!
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We’ve added another leading builder to our impressive array of home builder options in the master-planned community of Colliers Hill and they’re open for business this weekend!
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Even if you don’t need to, who doesn’t like to score a bargain and save a few bucks? Whether it’s a garden tool on sale, or a deeply discounted appliance – why pay top dollar and above when you don’t have to? We rounded up the top five must-buy items available at your local Dollar Tree on South Boulder Rd. in Lafayette. You’ll feel a sense of fiscal accomplishment when you reduce your spend on these deals and steals!
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The jury may be out on how to pronounce feng shui (here are the two possibilities from YouTube — you’ll hear one that sounds exactly how it looks, and one that is more like fung schway) but the practice has plenty of followers given the positive rewards that can result. Regardless of how you say it, this pseudo-science of furniture placement is said to invite maximum prosperity, happiness and bliss into living and work spaces. Here’s a smidgen of what we found out about creating optimal positive energy using this ancient, time-honored practice.
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Warning: do not proceed to read this blog if you are the least bit hungry. We guarantee just talking about these scrummy breakfast bowls will give you the growls and stimulate your saliva glands! That’s right, it’s time to swap the cereal in your bowl for another morning taste treat, delish and complete. Already had your breakfast? Then you might be safe — read on!
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Spring makes us long for a lot of warm-weather activities like biking and swimming – and not domestic chores and housework. But those must-do tasks are exactly that, must do, and they can eat up more than a weekend – unless you have the right tools, gadgets and hacks. Take a look at these time-saving products and tips so you can spend more time outdoors than in!
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