Trend 1: Neutral Colors Gone are the days of bright clashing colors, neutral tones are in! It’s all about texture and shape rather than color and contrasts. Try adding a nice textured throw blanket or art accessory. The more “out of the box” items you add to your neutral-toned rooms the better!
It is easy to understand why outdoor firepits are gaining increasing popularity. There is something soothing about sitting around the fire while you socialize with family and friends. Many great memories can be made around a fire with some marshmallows, and a ghost story or two. Given how popular firepits are you probably know someone …
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Keep More Than Looks in Mind If you are shopping for flooring for a new or existing home, you might be overwhelmed by all of the options. The room itself will help dictate the best type of flooring for that space — moisture resistant materials in a kitchen or laundry room, for example. But …
Some Purchases Should Wait When you have finally made the move to your new house and started to unpack, you might see right away that your sofa or dining room table won’t work in the new space. Furniture is one of the top items new homeowners buy after they move. Here’s a look at some …
We have all heard of “man caves” by now. But what about mom-caves or “she-sheds?” While some more .. shall we say … “traditional” folks may say that the entire home is a woman’s domain, times are a-changin’! Many women (if not most) work outside the home these days and could use a little respite …
Our mantels rarely get enough credit or enough love — but they’re often the focal point of many a living room. In fact, they typically display treasured family photos, floral arrangements, seasonally-appropriate bunting, or, in the winter, stockings, garland, or menorahs. So let’s appreciate the mantel. It holds upon it warm family memories and the distinctive flair …
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With apps like Pinterest and a plethora of new television shows on HGTV, America is becoming a nation of DIY’ers and Pittsburgh homeowners are on the cutting edge. If you love to tackle projects on your own and “do-it-yourself,” you, too, may be joining in the DIY mindset of modern times. From crafting to cooking, …
When it comes to the function of most household items, our thinking is typically pretty linear. But, Paragon Homes asks you: what if it doesn’t have to be? We encourage you to get creative and have fun with decorating your Home. Think outside the box! Upcycling and repurposing are both fairly new trends when it …
Even if yours is only a “Royal Baby” in your own eyes, bringing home a new bundle of joy means making some modifications to your home. Preparing your home for a baby needn’t be too difficult or expensive, but there is planning and cost involved. You’ll want to start thinking ahead – even if you …
Fall is officially here, and autumn is a fun time of year to experiment with seasonal décor both inside and outside of your home. Decorate your custom-built Paragon Home with these fun – and also customizable! – ways to share your fall holiday aesthetic! Put miniature pumpkins in a clear vase. Garnish with a …
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