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If you have children in your home, a playroom is a space from which everyone can benefit. With a little forethought and planning, even the smallest of homes can be fitted for a playroom. Some families even choose to have the kids share a bedroom so a second or third bedroom can become a playroom. Once you’ve decided where in the house the playroom can be, the team at Braemar can help you design this new and exciting space. Below we offer several benefits of having a playroom in the home. Benefits of a Playroom 1). Space conditioning: Interestingly, having toys in a child’s bedroom can negatively affect the ability to go to sleep. Children are conditioned to play and explore when they see toys, art supplies, building blocks and puzzles. When all of these items are in a bedroom, it’s often hard for children to wind down and feel

Individuals who have become accustomed to a mudroom know the value of a space such as this. Families use this type of area for different purposes but traditionally, a mudroom is a space or room where outerwear and footwear can be removed before people enter the general living area of a home. This alleviates potential clutter and dirt that could accumulate in the nicer parts of a house. It’s a buffer zone, so to speak, between outdoor elements and indoor living. Families with young children treasure this space tremendously as it provides a place for muddy cleats, sports equipment, umbrellas and other gear that otherwise could get thrown on the couch or dining room table. Young professionals may use this space for computer bags, satchels, shoes, overcoats and rain boots. Older couples or retirees often use a mudroom for gardening and golf equipment. This space is beneficial to all ages

Today more than ever, individuals are working from home. Along with the Internet, Skype, social media, telecasting and other types of technology, came the ability to create a career remotely without the need to enter an office building. But anyone who works from  home will tell you that while it’s nice to occasionally work in pajamas and to have a flexible schedule, an adequate work-at-home space is essential to productivity and success. According to a Forbes article, 30 million Americans work from a home office at least once a week, and that number is expected to continually increase. With so many folks working from their homes, it’s more important than ever to know how to create an adequate work-at-home space. Below are some home office setup ideas to help you get started. Differentiate your work space from your home space: It’s so easy to get distracted when working from home.

First impressions are not only important when meeting other human beings; they are also important when trying to sell a home. According to the National Association of Realtors, 63 percent of potential home buyers will drive by a house after viewing it online or seeing it in a print ad. What will they see when looking at the exterior of your home? Before putting your home on the market, ensure that the outside aesthetics are pleasing to the eye. In fact, sprucing up front door curb appeal should be top priority. Once that is accomplished, you can begin renovating and remodeling the inside. Before any potential home buyers will actually walk in the door, they want to be pleased with what they see on the outside. Today we offer you several tips to help create a lovely, clean curb appeal. Tips to Enhance Curb Appeal 1). Assess the situation: Before