Keeping houseplants can enrich our lives and beautify our homes. Unfortunately, many popular houseplants are toxic if ingested by your pets or fellow humans. To keep your furry friends and family safe it’s important to know which plants are safe to keep in your home. Here we’ll go over some of the best choices of pet-safe houseplants. Areca...

Environmental art became popular in the late 20th century because of growing concern and awareness for the environment. Environmental art has several overlapping characteristics as land art or earthworks, but comments or establishes an opinion on environmental issues. As artists continue to think about the environment as a cohesive system rather than a living space, the appeal and...

Do you dream of growing your own herbs but only have a tiny outdoor space? The good news is that it’s possible to have a thriving herb garden on your small porch or patio. With the right lighting and temperatures, you can grow a plethora of fresh herbs to use in your cooking or other projects. Here we’ll...

When asked to describe modern houses in Japan, many might struggle to come up with an answer. This is partially because Japanese modern architecture is just as varied and diverse as it is elsewhere in the world, while still maintaining many familiar traditional characteristics. To help you learn more about both traditional and modern Japanese architecture, here is...

If you’re remodeling your home, it’s important to know the difference between load bearing and non load bearing walls. While you can usually assume that interior walls are non load bearing, every property is built differently. Consulting a professional is always recommended and a great way to determine where your load bearing walls are; however, this basic guide...

Prospective homebuyers and current homeowners know that a mortgage is likely to go hand-in-hand with your home, unless another arrangement has been made. However, there are many options available for those monthly mortgage payments, most commonly through 30-year fixed rate mortgages and 15-year fixed rate mortgages. Most know about the 30-year option, but what about the 15-year fixed...

Landslides can occur almost anywhere, but it can be difficult to know exactly where they have happened in the past. By recognizing the signs of landslide activity on yours or a neighbor's property, you can learn more about the risks and avoid potential issues. Here are some of the ways you can recognize whether your property has been...

Remarkable and rustic, this one-of-a kind home on a corner lot offers abundant, open outdoor space, bolstered by deep bordering woods and a charming ice skating pond, all in a location convenient to everything. The bold character of the home’s exterior is matched on the inside which competently blends the country aesthetic of the farmhouse that once stood in its place with all the benefits of its modern construction, and even incorporates some of the original barn building materials. The very versatile floor plan includes a country kitchen featuring a stone, mantled fireplace, granite counters, center island, and walk-in pantry. Dine in...

Enjoy all the advantage of municipal utilities AND the award-winning Amity School District! This meticulously maintained and beyond charming colonial is a commuter’s dream as it is conveniently located to all local shopping, major routes, and downtown New Haven. The 2,136sqft, 7-room floor plan includes 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, tall ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors and original millwork, circa 1924, throughout. New owners will benefit from many updates including completely remodeled bathrooms, two-year-old roof, most windows replaced, mechanical conversion to natural gas, and much more. The living room, with handsome, mantled...

Own a piece of architectural history in this exquisite & expansive Colonial Revival, designed & built by celebrated local architect, Alice Washburn. From the Southern-exposed front, the home’s refined detailing is expressed through its dentil & keystone moldings, triple-arched Palladian window, & gabled, pediment entryway w/ fan light window, characteristic of Washburn’s unerring sense of style. Known also for implementing only the finest building materials & Scandinavian craftsmanship in her houses, this is a wonderful example of her clear vision for a truly tasteful home.Aside from the striking exterior curb appeal,...

Exceptionally charming center hall colonial on a desirable, tree-lined street in the heart of Westville. Featuring 2,326sqft, 5 bedrooms, & 2 & a half baths on an open, partially fenced & level lot, this home shines w/ HW floors, tall ceilings, & fresh interior paint throughout. A pillared & pilastered portico w/ glass double doors lead in to the front entryway vestibule & the open foyer w/ main staircase. The front-to-back living room has a large, fireplace w/ mantle & 2 sets of French doors to a splendid sun room, just filled w/ daylight from 3 walls of windows. The formal dining room, also full of natural...

This custom colonial in bucolic Bethany offers 1,882sqft, 5 bedrooms, & 2 baths on an open property framed by light woods and accessorized by apple, pear, and cherry blossom trees. The home was expanded upon in 1988 to include the upper level and large, two-car garage. Once inside, beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout the front living room, the den/5th bedroom, and the updated, eat-in kitchen which boasts granite countertops, a breakfast bar, pantry, and a large, open dining area with slider doors to the rear deck. These doors as well as two skylights in the kitchen and the South-facing orientation of the home provide abundant...