Tag: Good
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A Quick Feel Good Makeover: Decorating The Family Shelter For The Holidays
Alright, y’all. Today is a quick post that might spread a little bit of holiday cheer, I know it does for me. I got pretty emotional writing this, not because of how beautiful it turned out (it’s cute though:)) But thinking about the moms living here during the holidays and what that must be like…
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Is carpet in a dining area ever a good idea?
Choosing the right flooring for a dining room isn’t always straightforward. Carpet might sound appealing – it’s soft underfoot and instantly makes the space feel warm and inviting – but the dining area sits right at the crossroads of spills, crumbs and constant footfall, which can make it feel like a risky choice. If you’ve…
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Is knocking through from a dining room a good idea?
Dining rooms have travelled a bumpy old road over the years, with homeowners frequently changing their minds over how they feel about them – are they the height of sophistication or a fusty, unsociable relic of a room that no modern homeowner should consider? Opinions on dining room ideas remain divided. That said, there is…
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Brian’s Gift Guide “For Him” (So Many Really Good Ideas)
You know that scene in The Simpsons where we finally get a glimpse inside Homer’s closet to find it’s just a hundred sets of white shirts and blue pants? Well, if we men were left to our own devices, that’s what all our closets would look like. We don’t tend to shop for clothes, and…
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There’s no skilled labor shortage in construction. There is a shortage of good jobs.
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Gary R. Armstrong Jr. is the business manager for Iron Workers Local 5 in the Baltimore-Washington D.C. metro area. Opinions are the author’s own. We often hear that construction is facing a “skilled labor shortage.” Developers and…
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How Smart Machines Are Changing Construction Work for Good
Construction sites used to be where heavy manual labor and repetitive tasks dominated. A quiet revolution is underway thanks to smart machines and intelligent technologies. This transformation is not about replacing people but empowering the workforce and boosting project outcomes at every stage. The shift is becoming increasingly visible in how mechanical construction services integrate…
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The Link Up: The Shop Where Emily Just Donated A Ton Of GOOD Clothes, Marlee’s Ulitmate Sleeping Hack, And The Most Fun Cabinet Knobs
Happy Sunday, everyone! We think it’s fair to say that this was a big week for Jess with her living room AND bedroom reveals, as well as celebrating 9 years at EHD. If you missed those rooms, definitely go check them out. Otherwise, the PDX team had a very exciting shoot, and everyone is gearing…
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Good News for Local Drivers: U.S. 35 Upgrades Reach Half-Way Mark in LaPorte, Indiana
LaPorte, IN – With the leaves falling from the trees and sleet and snow just around the corner, LaPorte area residents can breathe a small sigh of relief today. That’s because LaPorte Mayor Tom Dermody and construction company F.H. Paschen declared the half-way point on the U.S. 35 Pavement Replacement and Outfall Utilities Project that…
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Is expensive paint worth it or is retail paint just as good?
After a recent visit to our local decorating warehouse, on a mission to buy paint to turn my daughter’s teenage bedroom ideas into a reality, I was more surprised than ever at the significant price gap between top-of-the range ‘designer’ brand paints and the retail equivalents. Not wanting to sound mean, but the idea of…
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Will digital IDs be good or bad for UK homebuyers?
The UK government is planning to introduce a digital ID scheme to simplify how people prove their identity. While it could make the process of buying a house quicker, experts warn there are risks around security and accessibility. Industry leaders are also exploring the idea of a “property passport” linked to digital IDs, which could…