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For those of you looking forward to the opening of a chic restaurant/wine bar on the Public Square, I have some bad news.
Bill Jakes has called it quits on his plans to open Jakes’ on the Square in the former location of Carpets by Ozburn at 112 S. Maple St.
Due to a lack of [...]

Maybe you’re settling into a new home.
Perhaps, eyeing the uncertain housing market, you’re hunkering down in your current digs for the long haul.
Or maybe you must sell.
But painting takes time, a professional job takes money, and we’re all afraid of making a mistake.
I’m a prime example. Despite a drawerful of paint samples, I was still [...]

Mold is ubiquitous (common) in all continents across the globe. When exposed to mold the majority of the population can handle low-level exposure, but the problem with mold is that it multiplies when it has access to moisture and organic substrates like building materials, food, soil, wood, paper, leaves and fabric. When mold grows in [...]

Some pop culture images from the 1970s are etched into the American consciousness. Diane Keaton’s androgynous wardrobe in “Annie Hall.” John Travolta’s white suit in “Saturday Night Fever.” Farrah Fawcett’s big hair in “Charlie’s Angels.” Archie Bunker’s chair. Platform shoes. Bell bottoms. Polyester pantsuits. Red, white and blue everywhere to celebrate America’s 1976 bicentennial. [...]

Some pop culture images from the 1970s are etched into the American consciousness. Diane Keaton’s androgynous wardrobe in “Annie Hall.” John Travolta’s white suit in “Saturday Night Fever.” Farrah Fawcett’s big hair in “Charlie’s Angels.” Archie Bunker’s chair. Platform shoes. Bell bottoms. Polyester pantsuits. Red, white and blue everywhere to celebrate America’s 1976 bicentennial. [...]

The beauty of Oriental rugs is undeniable. Their designs, whether elaborate or simple, based on geometric, botanic and even animal motifs, are varied enough to suit any decorating style. And, when well made, the wool construction of these handmade floor coverings is sturdy enough to withstand most family settings � after all, they got their [...]

CAROL PRISANT: Except for all that fabulous light, it’s hard to believe that this is a California beach house.

CHAD EISNER: My client and I wanted something different from the usual beige Orange County decor. But you don’t have to paint things lemon just to be different. You don’t want to make it look like Tanzania [...]

Web-only exclusive! Meg Braff answers a few special questions just for us…
Which room’s your favorite?My husband and I both love the dressing room in the master bedroom. It’s so summery and light and really has everything: comfortable seating, a fireplace, a desk in the window, a concealed television and wonderful closets. The blue Bob Collins [...]

Nathan Egan Interiors - Her Study This study functions as a boudoir and an office, where a woman juggling children, household, and career can confidently manage everything while feeling glamorous and serene. Inspired by the glamour of a Barnaby Roper fashion layout, Wayne Nathan and Carol Egan used high-contrast black and white mixed with [...]