Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Holiday Host Survival Guide
Despite your best efforts to prepare, you’ll probably encounter a blip or two during your family gathering. Here’s how to handle the unexpected
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Take a Peek Inside the 2014 New American Home
Designers offer first glimpse at off-the-shelf interior highlights.
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FourPlans: Simple Open Layouts
Build smarter, not bigger.
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remove aggressive vines on the outside of your house
Remove aggressive vines, which hold moisture against walls and wreak havoc on wood clapboards, slowing their ability to dry out after a rain and causing rot. — 12 Easy DIY Fall Fix-Ups
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How to Upholster a Headboard
Build a headboard from fabric and plywood or buy one ready-made and turn in early
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A Garage Cum Courtyard Maximizes Outdoor Space
A garage cum courtyard maximizes outdoor space on a narrow suburban lot.
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7 Kitchen Spaces that Need Universal Design Attention
Remodeler Bill Owens highlights several areas of the kitchen that can be easily adapted to users of all ages and abilities with a few universal design considerations.
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Courtyard Houses for Suburban Lots
Architect Edward Baum created a housing model to fit typical suburban lots and work within existing codes that can be built using components found at major home supply retailers.
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Slideshows: Your Top 10 Favorites
Best house plans, island homes, designs for disaster, beach havens, hot products, and more were your favorite BUILDER photo sets this year. Take a trip down memory lane or see what you missed.
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A Shingle-Style Remodel
A video tour shows how even tough regulations and a tight lot didn’t faze Gast Architects. The team infused a San Francisco Shingle-style rehab with great flow and contemporary touches.
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