There are few things that produce greater pleasure than moving to a new house through all the processes that this implies: looking for a house that suits your needs, packing your belongings, which requires dusting off those things that you had stored for lack of space but that now you can use again, as well […]
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Playabuilder built this beautiful Spanish Colonial Style house a meer 5 mins north of the Playa del Carmen city centre. The American couple Meredith and Steve, owners of the house, were inspired by the idea of having a house with Spanish design but at the same time with a Mexican modern style. This is why
The Spanish Colonial Revival Style is a United States architectural stylistic movement arising in the early 20th century based on the Spanish Colonial architecture of the Spanish colonization of the Americas. The Spanish Colonial Revival movement enjoyed its greatest popularity between 1915 and 1931. Following the Mexican Revolution, there was a wave of nationalism that
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(BPT) – It’s always been possible to watch the big game or your favorite movie from your deck or patio. But until the arrival of wireless technology, you would have needed a really long extension cord and a super-long cable connection (or rabbit ears) to do it. And rain would have ruined your fun
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(BPT) – Whether you own a cozy cottage or mega mansion, as a homeowner, you likely embrace the outdoor living trend. But when you look at your deck or patio, does it leave something to be desired? By taking a do-it-yourself (DIY) approach, you can affordably create outdoor spaces that enhance the style and
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The Fiesta de las Cruces (“Festival of the Crosses”) or Cruz de Mayo (“May Cross”) is a holiday celebrated on the 3rd of May in many parts of Spain and Hispanic America. In Mexico, the celebration of the Holy Cross began at the dawn of the 16th century, when captain Juan de Grijalva gave the name
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(BPT) – In this instant-gratification era, instant makeovers – from week-long juice diets to weekend home renovations – are a top trend. And according to Yahoo! Homes, so are instant kitchen updates achieved by refacing cabinets. It’s no wonder. Women spend a third of their household activity time in the kitchen, according to the
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Ready to give your bathroom a face-lift, but can’t decide what changes to make? From tubs to toilets to tile, the sky is the limit when it comes to bathroom renovations, even if budget is not. Whether you are planning some small do-it-yourself changes, or a major overhaul, here are some fresh ideas for
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(BPT) – Let’s face it – moving is hard. Along with the stress of leaving a familiar place and adapting to new surroundings, moving means packing, loading, transporting, unloading and unpacking everything you own – as well as everything you forgot you owned. While relocation may never be completely carefree, there are ways to
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Feeling uninspired in your space? Updating the decor in your home is an easy way to add more color, style and personality to rejuvenate your residence. Whether you’re making a few updates, like new artwork or wall colors, or renovating an entire room with a completely new look, decorating should be fun, not stressful.
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