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Landscape a balancing act

February 20, 2009

Some of the best marriages result when you cross a slash-and- burn person with a bean counter. Those very different approaches to life complement each other for a sustainable, well-rounded partnership and a backyard landscape.

House of the future blends high-tech gadgetry with super-green features

February 20, 2009

Designers of the 2009 NextGen "First to the Future" house in Las Vegas used super-green features and creature comforts from a wealth of TV screens to a bath that integrates water, light and vibration.

For decor, less is often more

February 20, 2009

I am so excited about today's trend toward simplicity. Although I still haven't figured out how to simplify my life, I am having lots of fun simplifying the "Nell Hill's look" at my stores so that it's cleaner, fresher and lighter.

The sale rack: Books kick off bargain bender

February 20, 2009

"B" marks the spot, as books, bags, birds and backrooms highlight upcoming Denver-area sales this month.

Spiffing up the nerve center of your home - the kitchen - needn't be pricey

February 13, 2009

If your home is like mine, your kitchen isn't just the place where you make dinner - it's the nerve center of the home. So it's important that every inch of it be efficient and beautiful.

DIVINE DESIGN: Shelter from the storm

February 13, 2009

After a remodel, Jeff and Tamara's bedroom is a breezy oasis that is just what the doctor ordered after an up-and-down year that included a new baby and a cancer scare.

The sale rack: 'Last minute' for Valentine gifts is today

February 13, 2009

It's Valentine's Day, and odds are you're not prepared. If you set down the paper and kick off the slippers now, you can stay in the race with these bargains on gifts for your sweetie.

Downsize to clear clutter

February 13, 2009

Is your life a stressed-out mess? Are your closets overflowing? Paper piles in the living room? It doesn't need to be like that. Really.

Vote for new sod to give home's value a boost

February 6, 2009

Admit it: Turf isn't the most stimulating plant in the landscape.

Aspen homeowner brings '60s ranch into 21st century

Aspen homeowner brings '60s ranch into 21st century

February 6, 2009

The surroundings were lovely, but the home, built in the 1960s, was dated. After buying the house, Scott Davidson's first plan was to tear the place down and build a duplex.

Most gardens not so eco-friendly

February 6, 2009

In referring to my book, The Green Gardener's Guide, someone asked me recently, "Aren't all gardens green?" That simple yet serious question stopped me in my tracks. Little did he realize how well he summarized the incorrect assumption of millions of gardeners out there today.

The sale rack: Shop early this year for your sweetie

February 6, 2009

Lots of weekend sales boast plenty of suitable gifts for Valentine's Day, from French-lilac perfume to free-trade chocolates.

TV dining in good taste

February 6, 2009

Stylish TV trays lead the way in multi-functional home furnishings.

A few minor adjustments can give your living space a frugal face-lift

February 6, 2009

You can give your home's interior a frugal face-lift by layering rugs, changing lampshades, moving artwork and items on book cases, and painting.

Ideas in bloom at Garden and Home Show

January 30, 2009

More than 70,000 visitors are expected to flock to the 50th Colorado Garden and Home Show, searching for information on remodeling, products for homes and hints on saving money.

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