Tag: home-improvement
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The Hidden Costs of Poor Indoor Air Quality & What Architects Can Do
Why Healthy Homes Start with Good Design—Not Just Air Purifiers When people think about healthy homes, they often focus on finishes, appliances, or the latest smart gadget. What’s far less visible—but far more impactful—is indoor air quality (IAQ). In hot, humid climates like South Florida, poor IAQ quietly drives health issues, building deterioration, and long-term…
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Flood Elevation Projects: Permits, Design, and Cost-Benefit
How to Raise a Home in Miami-Dade — and Make It Beautiful, Resilient, and Sustainable As sea-level rise, storm surge, and chronic flooding continue to affect South Florida, home elevation projects are becoming one of the most effective long-term resilience strategies for homeowners. Raising a structure—whether a historic bungalow or a mid-century ranch—can protect it…
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Greener Comfort: Eco-Friendly HVAC Maintenance Tips for Homeowners
Creating a comfortable home doesn’t have to cost extra energy — or extra guilt. With a few simple upkeep habits, your heating and cooling system can stay efficient, last longer, and lighten your environmental footprint. The Gist A clean filter, sealed ducts, and smart thermostat habits can make your HVAC system up to 20% more…
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The cost of waiting to hire an Interior Designer
Bringing an interior designer on board early means every choice—from layout to lighting—is made thoughtfully and with expert guidance. Someone will have to make those decisions anyway, and without experience, it’s easy to run into costly mistakes simply because you don’t know what you don’t know. A good designer helps you avoid those pitfalls, keeping…
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