Tiles play an important role in interior design, setting the look and feel of the house. Tiles are used to create the desired ambience and can be used innovatively. Aesthetically, tiles can help create a unique look offering significant creative scope in design. Designers are now getting extravagant with mesmerizing aesthetic prints inspired by nature, fabrics and cultural cues to accent the home interiors.
I drove to Lakeland Saturday night with my wife to see my nephew James Ferrell play in his biggest basketball game of the year. I'm glad I was able to attend the game and was reminded of just how much excitement surrounds high school basketball. The energy in the arena was felt long after the event.
This was Winter Park High School's 2nd State Championship win; and in back-to-back years with 2010, which is very rare. The runner-up team was Dr. Phillips HS--Winter Park's same opponent from their 2010 Championship. This says a lot about Central Florida high school athletics, having the two top-ranked basketball teams out of 400+ schools statewide.
My congrats go out to the Winter Park Wildcats, their families and our wonderful community of supporters from Winter Park!
If you are considering relocating to our area and would like to learn more about Winter Park, FL please visit my community page on Winter Park, FL for city information and home searches.
Learn more about the 6A State Championsip Game.
It has been a year since I had the pleasure of touring Winter Park via the beautiful chain of lakes waterways. I had heard about the Scenic Boat Tour years before and many times driven by their port off Interlachen Avenue where it meets Morse Boulevard. My Leadership Winter Park Class-20 began its series of monthly sessions with this unique and memorable boating experience.
If you are new to the area, just visiting or even a longtime resident and haven't made this special voyage, I encourage you to do so. It is a great way to learn about some of Winter Park's rich history while enjoying a serene tour with spectacular views of exquisite private homes and estates, canals and wildlife. I recommend it to all my relocating clients as a fun intro to their acclamation process.
Here is a short video of the tour.
Bon voyage!
There is something awesome about buying a fixer upper and doing the renovations yourself. Some people fix them up a bit at a time, using cash as they have it available. If you want to make a big impact by doing small things, here are 10 things you need to include.
Nothing says outdated like an old-fashioned gold chandelier. Lighting is something that can be updated easily and won’t cost a bunch of money. It is one of the smallest things you can do that will have the biggest impact.
There is an old saying that states “if a barn needs to be painted, slap some paint on it.” You will be amazed at what some paint can do to your home. A new hue can cover imperfections and give the room the blast of color it needs. Forget drab, white walls that are lackluster. Give your home a color makeover.
Just like the lighting, the fixtures in the home become outdated quickly. Startwith the kitchen faucet and then move on to the bathroom. You can update and upgrade a fixer upper by just adding these small touches.
If you have new cabinets in the budget, then you should go for it. However, if your budget is limited, then you may want to try to paint them. Painting old cabinets and installing new hardware will give the kitchen a facelift. If the cabinets are old but sturdy, then you can bring them back to life. Painting is inexpensive and has a huge impact.
Carpet is great when it is new; however, when it is old and dingy, it can really have a negative impact on a space. Hardwoods are the best option, followed by laminate floors. However, if you are stretched for money, you may try a bag floor or a penny style one. There are creative options online that allow you to do great things with your floors for less.
The curb appeal of the home is everything. It does not matter how great the inside looks if the outside is in shambles. Clean up any dead plants and add some new. Be sure to pick flowers and shrubs that bloom at different times. This will allow you to have color year-round. Add some shutters and a fresh coat of paint to the porch. Use decorative numbers to display the address. Finally, replace the mailbox if necessary.
Ceilings are often overlooked. They are usually white and the color is reserved for the walls. However, people do not realize how dirty these ceilings can be. A fresh coat of paint on the ceiling can really enhance the whole room. The walls are not the only thing that needs to be painted.
The biggest impact you can have on the outside of a home is to replace or paint siding. If you have it in the budget, you can add brick and stone accents. Most fixer upper homes have chipping paint and worn out siding. Splurge for some nice siding or paint a great color to update the home’s look.
New windows are expensive, but they are important. If you have old windows in your home, you need to spend the money to upgrade them. Windows are great for keeping the elements at bay. You will save yourself money in the long run by sealing off old-drafty openings.
To help the process of heating and cooling a home, you need to make sure the home has an updated HVAC unit. The air filters are just as important as the unit. Filters with a rating of Merv 11, have "astro pleating" to help ensure no dirt or dust gets into your system. Extend the livelihood of your unit by selecting quality air filters.Originally Posted on March 22, 2017 RISMedia's Housecall by Cary Teller