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A Sterling Idea: Decorating with Collectibles

While serving as U.S. president in 1806, Thomas Jefferson found himself grappling with a dilemma. His old law professor and dear friend George Wythe had recently passed away and bequeathed ...
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Hot For Spring: How Will Your Home Wear Spring’s Top Colors?

We’re lighting up at the first signs of green poking up from the ground and breathing deeply those wisps of a springtime breeze! Because no season is quite so colorful ...
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Clever by Design: A Contemporary Home in the Woods

It’s a real design homerun when new construction balances aesthetics and functionality in perfect accord, all while minimizing its footprint in the interest of good stewardship. Here, Central Virginia HOME ...
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Shine On

Whether your home is filled with heirloom antiques or hand-me-downs, any style of décor can pull off a touch of whimsy, a bit of other worldly sophistication and some sparkle ...
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Affairs of the Hearth: And Sweet-Nothings for Your Fireplace

Long before the television set took center stage in our living rooms, a cozy fire provided all the entertainment people needed. When you have a fireplace installation, you have a ...
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A Global Perspective

There are trends that come and go—think neon sofas, salmon-colored plastic and drapery panels that weigh more than a wedding dress—and then there are the trends that last forever. Having ...
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Let There be Light! The Ultimate Mood Ring

Nothing ruins a romantic dinner for two quite like an overbearing fluorescent light. The rest of the setting could be perfect: flickering candles, an elegant centerpiece, soft music playing and ...
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DIY Toolkit: Get the Inside Scoop on a Crafter’s Go-to Supply List

When it comes to do-it-yourself crafting, novices and beginners alike can agree on one thing: it takes a laundry list of supplies to turn a vision into reality. Luckily, each ...
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