For many, the kitchen is the heart of the home. Families and friends spend a lot of time in this room. Whether a meal is being prepared or shared, there always seems to be something going on in the kitchen. This room is also a main place of storage in the home. Pots, pans, cleaning supplies, appliances, dry food, utensils, knick-knacks, and more all need a place in the kitchen. All these things need a proper place, but they don’t…
These days, energy efficiency in homes is a big deal. If you’re building a new home, it’s in your best interest to install as many energy efficient items into your home, so you won’t have to do any remodeling work or upgrades later. However, most homes can become more energy efficient. Why is an energy-efficient home the way to go? Well, these homes help the homeowner conserve energy, save money, help the environment (reduce carbon footprint) and even help raise…
Watching the devastation occurring with Hurricane Harvey, and even some of the recent flooding here in Florida it brings your attention to the build of your house. During hurricane force winds one of the very first things to go is the screening and pool cages. Homeowners need to focus on not only insuring but protecting their property the best they can. Post hurricane trying to replace your screen or caging is a game of get in line with the rest of…
It’s all around the house, and no matter how much time we spend trying to remove it from the places it falls, it always comes back. Common household dust is an ever-present nuisance, and actually, contains a complex mix of organic and inorganic material from sources inside and outside the home. Lurking among the tiny, solid particles we’re indirectly breathing are microbes, and while most of those microscopic organisms are harmless, some have been linked to disease and allergies. A…
We customize our smartphones, our coffee orders, our wardrobe, our business cards, our stationary, and our décor, so why wouldn’t we want to customize the home we live in? Our homes are an extension of ourselves. If we choose a cookie cutter floor plan, is it really our dream house? Especially, if we’re compromising on many items we’ve wanted in the home? If you have the financial means to opt for a new build and customize your home, you can…
DIY Dryer Repair IT WENT THUNK! THEN IT WENT CLUNK! If you own a tool box and know how to use the tools inside of it, chances are you have had a friend or relative call you up and ask you to come over and fix something and upon arrival you realize they have already tried – and failed to complete the repair. This was the case for me a few weeks ago when my mom called and invited me…
Did you know 18.5 percent of the state of Florida is water? There’s a lot of lakes, ponds, rivers that run across this state. Many communities are built around these water sources, which give homeowners a spectacular view from their backyard. But even if your home doesn’t have an ocean or water view of any kind, you can bring water elements into your backyard and create your own personal paradise. At Luxury Home Solutions, we specialize in designing and building…
Fix Air Leaks Around Doors and Windows – Are You Cooling Your Neighbors Space? The Case of the Door that Would Not Close Recently, in a meeting with my web designer, she complained about the gap in her front door and the fact that it was allowing so much cold air out of her home. After a brief inspection of the door, I concluded that my friend was doing more than her fair share to cool Mother Earth. What was the…
If your home is your castle, then the master bath is your own personal oasis. Out of all the bathrooms in your home, this one deserves a special-design treatment. It’s a place for you to relax and pamper yourself. From the layout to color choices, the details in this room will all come together to make it appear like your walking into a luxurious spa. At Luxury Home Solutions, we work with our clients on the design and layouts of…
Famous artist Georgia O’Keeffe once said, “I found I could say things in color and shapes that I couldn’t say any other way.” Color is essential to the design of your home. Regardless of what color or colors you choose, it will speak volumes. A simple color change can drastically change the tone and mood of a room. From the walls and floors to the cabinets and throw pillows, selecting color is an important and mandatory part of any choice…