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One of the truths about having a kid — other than the fact that you never have time to exercise — is that you’re always looking down: Looking down to help those little feet navigate the stairs. Looking down to be sure there are no toys about to be squashed as you walk across the living room. Looking down to kiss that small head goodnight.And the trouble with looking down is that every time you do, it’s a reminder of the layers of fat accumulating around your neck. Call it a double chin, sagging jowls, moon face, or just basic...

In northwestern Columbia, House Kruppa-SKL by Medellín architecture firm Câpâ integrates 26-foot-tall gabled sections—one for each family member—to form a cascading pattern down the sloped site. The corner is the family’s favorite gathering spot—" a contemporary cave for three," says serge. luisa’s module, with its cactus-lined terrace, is visible through the glass wall. < span>"> For nomadic software executive Serge Kruppa, home was typically wherever he could hook up to high-speed Internet and a talented team of developers. Since graduating college in Geneva in 1992, the Swiss-born Brit has lived all over the world, doing stints in San Francisco, Budapest,...

When considering concrete patio ideas, don’t be afraid to go bold. Whether you want a simple, understated concrete patio or an elaborate and decorative stamped concrete patio, you have plenty of options. There are a few considerations when designing your concrete patio. The size of your backyard space, look you want to achieve, and existing structures that may need to be incorporated into your design. If you’re having problems getting started, let us help you.  Cool Concrete Backyard Patio Ideas There are regions where the concrete patio concept is preferred. The reasons for that are numerous and include the fact...

When designing your garden, there are some aspect should be considered. Besides the plants and landscaping ideas, pay attention to your garden fence ideas. In this case, you should provide the proper garden fence. It is because the type of fence you choose can make or break the overall design. There are some ideas to present different types of garden fences. Wooden fences are classic, while wicker fences can be an elegant barrier against larger critters. Metal fences are durable and light, while vinyl fences are a practical alternative to wood. Moreover, bamboo offers a dramatic yet affordable look that...

Hi, My Friends,Happy Mother's Day. How are you? I hope you are doing well.I thought I'd share an update and some pictures from our East Texas weekend house. Did you notice the Texas flag? That is a new one. One of the questions I asked on the day of the showing was. "What is the deal with this soil?"  I didn't get a good answer. The soil here is very sandy. It's called sugar sand by our next door neighbor because it sticks to everything. We've been better about tracking it into the house. We have indoor and outdoor shoes. The soil...