Dominique Vassos' Blog

Posted on 12/25/2022

In interior design, traditional home decor is considered a timeless staple. By emulating traditions of the past without pinpointing any specific era, traditional decor creates warm and welcoming atmospheres in any room. If you're interested in trying traditional style in your home, here is a guide to the basics. Characteristics of traditional interior design To make the best...

Color Scheme

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Posted on 12/18/2022

Home Additions: Innovative Ideas to Consider

If you want to add on to your home, you have many options available to you. Not every home addition has to be another bedroom over the garage or additional living space that changes the footprint of your home. There are many innovative and unique home addition ideas that can increase the functionality of your home. Here are...

Additions

Breakfast Nook

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Posted on 12/11/2022

Using contemporary interior design at home

While many think of "modern" interiors as cold and uncomfortable, contemporary design style provides a more comfortable version of the modern aesthetic. Contemporary design is an excellent place to begin if you're interested in finding inspiration for minimalist but welcoming décor. To use this design style in your own home, here are some ideas to help: Contemporary colors...

Contemporary

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Posted on 12/04/2022

HVAC Repair: When to Let the Professionals Take Over

Your HVAC system can break down or develop damage for various reasons. While some HVAC repairs are simple and can be done on your own, others should be left to the professionals. Knowing when to have professional HVAC repairs done is an important part of ensuring your HVAC system can heat or cool your home reliably. Here are...

Home Maintenance

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Posted on 11/27/2022

A basic guide to buying a beach house: How to find the property of your dreams

If oceanfront living is a dream of yours, buying a beach house is the first step in making your dream a reality. However, buying a beach house can come with its own unique obstacles and considerations. All homebuying requires careful research and planning, but there are some especially important things to do when buying beach property. To help...

Beach Homes

Beach House

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Posted on 11/20/2022

Comparing your options: Fixed vs adjusted mortgage

When deciding between loan options, one of the first things...

Mortgage Options

Fixed Rate Mortgage

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Posted on 11/13/2022

Epipremnum Aureum & Philodendron: What Pet Owners Should Know About These Popular Houseplants

Unfortunately, plants and pets can't always coexist. Many plants have toxic qualities that can harm both animals and humans if ingested. Some of the most popular houseplants, such as epipremnum aureum or pothos, can pose a risk to cats and dogs if not kept well out of reach. To help you choose the best houseplants for your home,...

Houseplants

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Posted on 11/06/2022

How to design an eclectic living room

If you have trouble choosing a living room design style,...

Design Style

Eclectic Style

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Posted on 10/30/2022

3 Ways to Keep Your Pets Safe in a Hurricane

Preparing for a hurricane requires knowing how to keep everyone in your home safe--including your pets. Having an emergency plan for your pets as well as the people in your household will help you stay calm and safe if a hurricane happens in your area. Here are some tips for keeping your pets safe during a hurricane: Set...

Emergency Preparedness

Home Safety

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Posted on 10/23/2022

Entertaining outdoors: A beginner's guide

Entertaining outdoors can be the perfect way to enjoy your outdoor living space with friends, family and members of your household. While it might seem more complex than indoor entertaining, knowing some best practices will help you become an outdoor entertaining expert. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a sprawling soirée, here are some basic tips for...

Outdoor Entertaining

Outdoor Living

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Posted on 10/16/2022

6 Landscaping terms you should know

If you’re just getting started with landscaping, it can seem as if it has a language all its own. While landscape designers use specialized terminology to describe the ins and outs of their work, most of the important language overlaps with gardening, architecture and real estate. This means you might already know more about landscaping styles and features...

Annual

Deciduous

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Posted on 10/16/2022

Top Things to Remember before Building Your Fence

Installing a fence for privacy or purely aesthetic reasons improves the peaceful enjoyment of a property. Privacy-seeking property owners often erect six-foot stockade-style fences in their backyards. The classic white picket fence positioned in front yards sets the table for perennial gardens, flowering shrubs and provides eye-catching curb appeal. However, there are a few items many homeowners accidentally...

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