architectural elements
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How to Tell Whether Your Window Fan Should Be Facing In or Out
For many people, window fans are essential tools for keeping cool — especially if they don’t have (or are cutting back on) air conditioning. Even with access to AC, window fans can provide an otherwise-stuffy room with some much-needed ventilation.
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The Difference Between a Deck and Patio (and How to Choose Which Is Better for You)
Any outdoor living space is a big upgrade, especially in warm summer months, when a deck or a patio will be a great spot for cookouts and summer get-togethers. While it might not seem like there’s much of a difference, a deck is different from a patio. For some homes, a deck will be a…
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How to Make Your Accent Wall Look Intentional, Not Like an Accident
Let’s get real: Sometimes accent walls can look more like accident walls — where someone ran out of paint, and never finished the job. Maybe it was their choice of colour, or the wall they selected, but whatever it was, it’s not working. And yet, Instagram is plastered with posts from design accounts showing perfectly…