The cost of drinking water and sewage in Pittsburgh keeps rising, as the Pittsburgh Water and Sewage Authority and the Allegheny County Sanitary Authority continue to raise rates. Both are in the midst of paying for generational repairs to their aging infrastructure. This week the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority [PWSA] announced a new pilot…
The vibrant, Vegas contemporary interior renovation of 11436 Opal Springs Way drew its design inspiration from “The Peacock Sisters” — a painting by Spanish Artist Joselu Montojo. The artwork, acquired by homeowners Melissa and Vincent LaBella, served as interior decorator Laura Sullivan’s muse for her striking interior. “The painting had a vibrant green backdrop and…
Bob lives in Idaho, and reads my column in his local paper. Bob wrote: “I really enjoy your columns. Your practical knowledge and no-nonsense approach reminds me of my father-in-law, who was an architect and builder.” Bob mentioned that he was also an amateur radio operator like me. It’s loads of fun to hear from…
The best-kept secret for interior designers isn’t so secret anymore. Every year, Etsy sells millions of handmade, one-of-a-kind, and vintage items created by independent sellers around the world. Popular for design experts, DIYers, and anyone interested in buying unique items from an online global marketplace, Etsy has a huge fan base. In fact, every 15…
A lick of paint can do wonders for most interior spaces. And the same can be said for the exterior of your home. But if your external paintwork is looking more tired than transformative, there could be a few reasons for it. ‘The exterior of a house is exposed to the elements all year round,…
NEW YORK, Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The burglar alarm systems market is estimated to increase by USD 1,493.73 million from 2022 to 2027, with a CAGR of 6.3%, according to a recent market study by Technavio. This report also offers a 5-year historical (2017-2021) data projection of market size, segmentation, and region. Discover some insights…
On a sticky afternoon during northern Australia’s 2021 build-up season, Edith Heiberg returned home to find her ceiling weeping with water. Key points: Plumbers are fixing leaks from polybutylene pipes multiple times a week in Darwin The leaks are causing major damage to homes, including collapsed ceilings A water engineer is calling for Australia’s plumbing codes to…
Gone are the days of decorating one’s home for resale value or to keep up with the Joneses. Instead, Gen Z is all about embracing “dopamine decor.” What is dopamine decor? According to Katie Rose Morgan (@kate_rose_morgan), a U.K. home decor influencer who loves color, dopamine decor is all about outfitting a space with your…
