Author: suzanne
Home Advancement: Stop waiting for the BIG remodel
There comes a time in home ownership that you realize: NOW is just as good a time as any to love where you live. Maybe you like your house already. Maybe there’s a ceiling fan driving you nuts. You’re feeling like your space is a little tired and needs to be refreshed. Despite the obvious blank-canvas, clean-slate, total-remodel, there are things you can improve without a major overhaul. More importantly, forever homes are not as common as they once were. You...
Searching for a home? Property orientation shouldn’t be overlooked.
The weather and where you live in the world may determine your home's orientation. Many home buyers will specify that they are looking for a "North-South facing home." Ideally, the backyard will have an abundance of sunlight and the interior spaces will flood with daylight, without heating up the room. When searching for a home keep this list handy, it can help decrease utility bills and brighten your mood! Home Location / Site Orientation Checklist: Designed with daylight in mind? In the...
On the Ocean: A Casatopian Guide through Oceanfront Design
Welcome to the official Casatopia BLOG - CasaBlog on Casatopia.com! I am so excited to share some insights, tips and experiences in the effort to help others create their own piece of utopia in their home. [caption id="attachment_7040" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] On the Ocean[/caption] I have spent nearly my entire life in south Florida; it has been home for as long as I can remember. Much of what I love about south Florida comes from the melting pot of cultures from the Caribbean,...