fireplaces not only add physical warmth and beauty, but emotional
warmth as well.
Contemporary homeowners are opting for very modern linear gas
fireplaces, with smooth, clean lines to mirror the style of their home.
“For those homeowners who don’t have the space for a traditional
fireplace, fire pits make a great feature, creating a beautiful flame that
glows through crystal rock,” says Buckiso. And they’re available in
three different heights, with a lower coffee-table height, dining table
and bar height. The homeowner also has the option of selecting
wood- or gas-burning fire pits.
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Monroeville, PA 15146-2608
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When the summer heats up, the prospect of slow-cooking a
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it’s going to heat up your house and drive up your air-conditioning
bill. Take a tip from our pioneer ancestors who baked their bread
and cooked their meats outdoors in the summer to maintain a cool
house. This simple idea can really help keep your home cool during
the dog days of summer, while saving you money on energy costs.
With an outdoor oven and grill, barbeques can be a spontaneous
dinner idea, rather than a major event that must be planned days in
advance. The grilling process gives steaks, chicken, fish and pork a
wonderful smoked flavor, while reducing the overall fat content.
And it’s not just meats that can benefit from grilling. Bell peppers,
onions, zucchini and tons of other vegetables take on a wonderful
flavor when tossed lightly with olive oil, wrapped in foil and cooked
on a grill.
With an outdoor kitchen, grilling is not
just for summer either. With a covering
for rainy days and outdoor heating
available, it can be used virtually year-
round. Although just a simple oven
and grill can change the way you live, a
sink with running water and an added
fridge can really make cooking outdoors
convenient.
For entertaining, the outdoor kitchen
offers a way to spend time with your guests
while preparing the meal. There’s also an entire line of
in-ground sound equipment and specially made outdoor TVs. The
televisions are completely waterproof and three times as bright as a
normal TV, so they can be viewed even in strong direct sunlight.
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Are you one of those lucky individuals able to work from home?
The world just seems like a nicer place when you’re dressed in
your pajamas, doesn’t it? But work is still work. You need a place
that’s organized, designed well, and in which you feel comfortable.
Chances are, you may also need a degree of privacy to do your best
work.
One of the most overlooked factors in productivity is lighting.
Many studies demonstrate that natural lighting is best whenever
possible, and results in more productivity among workers and a
more positive attitude toward the work itself. Lighting can have
a profound effect on your mood and can even influence your
hormones. A good overview of this subject is provided by Andrew
Jensen, a business growth, efficiency and marketing consultant, at
AndrewJensen.net.