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Posted Apr 17 at 3:11 PM in by Sandy Giardi
We won’t sugarcoat it. This winter has left a mark, and sprucing up your yard is going to require some doing. Broken tree limbs are littering landscapes and roads; mailboxes have yelled “timber!” and sad, sagging fences are in dire need of repair. Luckily, BDG has just the professionals to help you tidy up your yard but good. We’ve compiled a list of tips to help you beautify your outdoor space....
Posted Apr 16 at 10:00 PM in by Sandy Giardi
Though R.P. Marzilli & Company lays down mulch as part of its landscape services, president Robert Marzilli was kind enough to share his tips for Boston homeowners who choose to tackle those piles on their own.
#1) Out with the old…
Clean your flower beds to rid them of last season’s bark before laying down new.
#2) Don't over-mulch.
Only use about two to three inches of mulch, and only...
Posted Apr 16 at 2:09 PM in by Sandy Giardi
Senior designer Julie Lyons is full of bright ideas for clients of Roomscapes Cabinetry and Design Center, so, when it came to transforming her own bungalow-style abode on the coast, we were beyond interested to see how she and her husband, Michael, handled her home’s transformation.
Thankfully, Julie has a deep knowledge of the building and design industry as well as critical, creative eye, and...
Posted Apr 13 at 8:45 PM in by Sandy Giardi
We’ve learned of two athletes in the BDG community running the 122nd Boston Marathon: Eddie Gaffney (pictured above), Associate AIA & IT Director of Patrick Ahearn Architect and Kenneth Frommer, Vice President and Senior Project Manager of Kistler & Knapp Builders, Inc. We caught up with these two inspirational individuals to learn more about their background and training, the causes...
Posted Apr 12 at 10:15 PM in by Sandy Giardi
When the Boston Marathon comes around everyone wants to be on the route. From the starting point in Hopkinton to the Boylston Street finish line, fans and family members jockey for position as they try to scope out the very best vantage to cheer on the runners. Should they stake out turf on Heartbreak Hill and buoy the athletes in their time of need or make a beeline for the Back Bay finish line...
Posted Apr 11 at 10:54 PM in by Sandy Giardi
If you’re in the market for a fresh, new indoor/outdoor rug, head to Wayland Home & Design to peruse their Dash & Albert collection. The premier rug company features an array of knappy naturals, striped nauticals and color-rich rug patterns for spring.
People adore Dash & Albert’s jutes, sisals and hooked rugs, and they’re popular in “entryways, under dining tables, in kitchens and...
Posted Apr 10 at 5:14 PM in by Sandy Giardi
Baffled by smart homes? Don’t be. Though smart home tech is complex, Audio Video Design strives to make it user-friendly and fun! Join AVD for a free interactive seminar expressly for homeowners at their Westwood showroom, April 14.
At this Boston Design Week event, participants will experience the latest in digital home offerings—from lighting control and window shade automation to multi-room...
Posted Apr 9 at 7:24 PM in by Sandy Giardi
As your home’s single largest opening, a renovation to your garage doors gives your entire home an instant facelift and ups the curb appeal significantly.
Most people don’t think twice before renovating the kitchen or the bathroom, but some guests to your home never see those areas, explains Eric Euell, business manager of Garage Headquarters. Nearly everyone catches a glimpse of your garage, as...
Posted Apr 6 at 7:43 PM in by Sandy Giardi
Retailers have taken a shine to copper, as homeowners are galvanizing their indoor and outdoor spaces with the lustrous accent. It’s not hard to see copper’s appeal, the red-orange metal has a warmth and shimmer that can take on a rustic or sophisticated look, depending on how it’s used. Shop the look…
Cape Cod Cupola
Cape Cod Cupola's Marlin Fish weather vane
Weather vanes have long been...
Posted Apr 5 at 9:24 PM in by Sandy Giardi
Nothing beats a fresh coat of paint to reinvigorate a living space. And when that paint is white, the effect can be all the more resplendent. But all shades are not created equal. We asked the pros for their favorite paint brands and colors, or “the perfect white.” It was a tall ask—these are trade secrets, after all—but they were happy to help homeowners get results they’ll love when they tackle...
