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New Technology, Regulations Boost Fire Sprinklers
By OCInSite Site Admin | May 24, 2012 2:38 PM
Summer is right around the corner and our lovely coastal desert is beautiful, but alas poses some potential fire hazards. Our low humidity and rainfall predisposes us to dry air and, coupled with the Santa Ana’, puts our local firemen on red alert for any signs of fires.
Opening Up About Window Fashion
By OCInSite Site Admin | May 17, 2012 10:44 AM
Windows in a home give a glimpse of the outside world from a safe and cozy place inside. A room brightens up when a sorely needed window is installed.
One on One with Susie Denton
By OCInSite Site Admin | May 10, 2012 1:21 PM
I have several friends whose homes I love to visit. The minute I walk through the door at one of these homes, a feeling of warmth and peace envelops me that says, “Hey, welcome, make yourself comfortable.”
The Healing Garden
By OCInSite Site Admin | May 03, 2012 11:44 AM
The building blocks to healing ourselves can be found right outside, in our own backyards. Gardening has come around to awaken our spiritual selves, encompassing all of the senses in the most natural way to make both our minds and bodies healthy.
Kitchen Design Is More Than Just Countertops
By OCInSite Site Admin | April 26, 2012 2:37 PM
Kitchen design is more than fine wood cabinetry and perfect countertops melded with the perfect appliances. It is also combining the functionality and social aspect of the 21st century kitchen.
A Cure for Small-Space Claustrophobia
By OCInSite Site Admin |
There is nothing like walking into a home, feeling the flow of form and function immediately make its presence known. The manipulation of lighting, space, colors and accessories is necessary when dealing with small spaces such as cottage homes or even a guest house out back.
Nursery to Toddler Room
By OCInSite Site Admin | April 19, 2012 11:12 AM
With spring in the air and life racing along in its sing-song pace, flowers are popping up in gorgeous colors bringing bursts of smile from everyone’s face. And in the home, sprucing up and redecorating has begun its seasonal run and many parents are thinking about updating their child’s nursery to toddler status.
Staircase Redesign, Step by Step
By OCInSite Site Admin | April 18, 2012 12:42 PM
Steps we climb most every day but rarely think about. They come in all shapes, sizes, purposes and some are quite famous.
Locally Inspired
By OCInSite Site Admin | December 17, 2011 6:00 AM
“When I was 10 years old, I knew I would either be an architect or a drummer in a heavy metal band,” says Anders Lasater. However, as a fortuitous event, the rise of grunge and alternative music in the early ’90s pushed heavy metal out of the spotlight, and Lasater shifted his focus, attending Cal Poly Pomona to study design.
Design Duo
By OCInSite Site Admin | November 29, 2011 5:32 PM
Style is in the genes for interior designer Brooke Ziccardi.
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