The first sign of warm weather and Canadians immediately don lighter clothing and neighbourhoods come alive...patio season has sprung! And with patio season comes thoughts of decorating our own outdoor spaces; it’s time to enjoy as much time en plein air as possible.

What's a kitchen cabinet but a place to house some dishware, right? While that might've been the case before, the expression "The Kitchen is the Heart of the Home" has never been more true than in today's homes. Kitchen cabinet designs are a primary kitchen design element.

Your entry door is the first thing people notice when they come to your home. It makes a statement and sets the tone for the rest of the house. Is your door sending the right message?

Homeowners are beginning to carefully consider the quality of their drinking water. A variety of home water filters are available to meet your individual requirements. They are easy to install and maintain, and may be just what you need to ease your mind about the quality of your family’s water.

Whether you’re replacing an old faucet in an existing kitchen or selecting a faucet as part of a larger remodeling plan, there are a few questions to ask before the water starts to flow. Make notes on your answers to these questions and take them to your local Lowe’s to help you make your final faucet choice.

Air Purifiers Direct 2U is going after their market share of online air purifier sales by continuing to find and add Top Products to its online retail website. Their most current acquisition is the Vortex Desk Lamp with a SPI Air Purifier .

Here are a couple of storage ideas that were included in multiple “Best of K|BIS” lists. If you’re in need of additional storage in your kitchen, they’re definitely worth a look!

In some cases where it is not possible to enlarge the footprint of the kitchen, not much can be directly done about the counter space. There are, however, options that make the sink a more functional component that helps extend the available workspace.

Though I love cleaner, more contemporary lines, many of my clients prefer something more transitional or traditional. In the past, I’ve had difficulty finding non-contemporary faucets for vessel sinks, both in single and 8″ centre spread options, at reasonable price points. This year’s K|BIS provided multiple options.

The introduction of jewels into the bathroom happened long ago. Many manufacturers now offer faucets that feature crystals and/or gems. And hardware has long been a way to dress up and customize cabinetry.