When it comes to your home it’s usually the details that make the biggest difference. From what you put in your home to how you present it to other people, to all the little design elements that make you love your space. It’s what makes a house your home. Many of us forget these little things, but they have a huge impact in a space. The classic furnishings or that quirky fixture are what makes it...
My husband is very sentimental. He loves hanging on to old things with meaning or history. In today’s disposable society, it’s refreshing to give items reserved for the trash a new purpose. Our homes should be reflections of things that make us comfortable, items we find beautiful or interesting but most importantly, treasures that mean something to us. Sure, our spaces need updating every once...
Most people, when embarking upon a healthier lifestyle or weight change journey choose a particular ‘diet’ to follow. What is important to realise is that sweeping changes to one’s diet is often only a short term fix, resulting in regression to one’s original diet and weight in the long run. Smaller, more sustainable changes can result in equally impressive results (albeit slower to achieve) but...
If you are planning to put your house on the market this summer, you are probably hoping to sell your home as quickly as possible and get as much for it as you can. Setting the stage for success is vital, if you are going to create a good and lasting impression. Here are a few ideas to help you. Boost curb appeal: Buyers may do a quick drive-by first, so make sure driveways are power washed, house...
The devil is in the details as they say. The particulars - the elements and the aspects of a home are what can make it or break it. We would all agree, there is a lot that goes into a home and whether you are buying or selling you need to pay attention to get the most out of it. Paying attention to the details now can not only help you in the price of the sale (either by boosting it if you’re a seller...
Value your time! In a time where we seem to be so busy, there just doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day to get everything done, Allow Me Real Estate and Concierge Services has found a way to fill the gap. A former corporate executive assistant and property assistant manager, Allow Me owner Marlene Bicchieri believes that concierge services are just what Bermuda needs. As an experienced...
There are many factors and features that need to be thought out when it comes to a furniture project. From location to aesthetic, you need to consider every little detail. Our customers tend to know what they want but sometimes don’t know where to start. We think of it as someone bringing us a puzzle box and asking us to help fit the pieces together. The Pieces: Style and Design, Material, Build...
Quite often when you see a stone or tiled space you only see the overall color or design. However there are a lot of pretty cool details if you take the time to look closer. These small details are what, we think, make a space interesting. A huge benefit of stone and tile is it’s adaptability and that is where you’re able to get creative. There is a stone or tile option for nearly any application,...
Keep your furniture away from the walls When everything is pushed up against the sides of a room, it can look cluttered and messy. If you keep your couches, tables, chairs, and other items away from the walls it will create a feeling of having more space Use teapots instead of regular vases If you don’t have a vase on hand or just want to try a new idea, cut your flowers down and place them in a...
“We spend January 1 walking through our lives, room by room, drawing up a list of work to be done, cracks to be patched. Maybe this year, to balance the list, we ought to walk through the rooms of our lives... not looking for flaws, but for potential.” Ellen Goodman A new year is just around the corner, and this month we asked our Realtors and experts what lies ahead for 2016. In this issue you’ll...