Summer heat can make a house uncomfortable fast, even when the air conditioner seems to run all day. The good news is that keeping your home cooler does not always require a remodel or expensive new equipment.
A series of simple changes can reduce indoor heat, improve airflow, and help your cooling system work more effectively. By understanding how heat enters your home and how daily habits affect indoor temperature, you can make a noticeable difference during the hottest months. Continue reading Simple Ways to Keep Your Home Cooler This Summer→
With days growing longer and the weather heating up, moving social gatherings outdoors is the natural choice for weekend entertaining. Recent industry data shows that over 68 percent of homeowners are actively investing in their outdoor living spaces, with nighttime entertaining increasing by a massive 45 percent over recent years. The integration of dedicated beverage zones and modular outdoor bars into backyard layouts has helped drive the outdoor kitchen market to record highs. While a great barbecue menu is always appreciated, the true centerpiece of modern outdoor hosting is a beautifully curated, self-serve drink station. Continue reading Building the Perfect Backyard Beverage Station for Summer Entertaining→
If you’ve been in Madison Square Park lately — especially on the east side along Madison Avenue — it would be hard to miss the enormous Orange Fire Hydrant rising above the landscape near the children playground. At nearly 15 feet tall, the oversized sculpture immediately catches the eye, inviting smiles from everyone who can’t resist wondering what an ordinary piece of New York City infrastructure is doing transformed into a monumental work of art. Continue reading Roberto Lugo’s Para Los Días Caliente In Madison Square Park→
With summer in full swing, you are probably getting started with the preparations for your next vacation! But if you are going abroad, whether with family or with friends, it is essential to be best prepared for the journey. A little time and effort at this stage can ensure a much more enjoyable and less stressful experience.
Summer and backyard parties go together perfectly. There is something about the sun shining high overhead and the warmer temperatures that practically beckon people to your backyard. Go ahead and follow these practical tips to create a wonderful gathering of your favorite people on a beautiful summer afternoon. Continue reading How to Host a Perfect Backyard Summer Party→
