Out of the kitchen…. and onto the lanai
SW Florida cooks are relishing outdoor kitchens
Since outdoor living continues to gain ground, it's no surprise homeowners are bringing the inside outside. Homeowners are having kitchens and wet bars installed on lanais, and quite frequently during the past four years, area business owners say. Full Story
Casa Italia unveils new furniture lines
Casa Italia is introducing two new furniture lines, from Porada and the Ronald Schmitt Company. The Casa Italia showroom is at Suite 250 at the International Design Center, 10800 Corkscrew Road, Estero. Casa Italia's Web site is casaitaliaonline.com. Full Story
New Lago collection blends Italian craftmanship
The new Lago collection at California Closets is defined by imported Italian materials with rich finishes and unique wood grains, as well as exceptional craftsmanship. This combination results in a European-inspired line of color finishes that continues California Closets' tradition of quality and product breadth. Full Story
Kira Krümm Interior Design wins second design excellence award
Kira Krümm Interior Design received its second Design Excellence award in two years from the American Society for Interior Design Florida South Chapter at its prestigious Design Excellence Awards function. The Estero-based firm won in the Residential Transitional Design under 5,000 square feet category. Full Story
Halloween collectibles hot items
Among the holidays collectors love the most, Halloween ranks second only to Christmas. The older and rarer a Halloween collectible, the higher its price. Composition or cardboard candy containers made in Germany in the 1920s and '30s were sold across the United States. They're collector favorites today. Full Story
The Polish Pottery Shoppe has new lines, products
Skinny and Pauline Branstetter, from the Polish Pottery Shoppe in the Village at 2340 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, are back for the season, they offer one of the area's largest selections of authentic signature stoneware, patio furniture made from recycled plastic, Lazy Spoons, and Baltic Amber. Full Story
Six decorating secrets for under $100
You've been itching to renovate or redecorate, but it may be difficult to fund your grand dreams given the current economy. Gutting the master bath or completely upgrading the kitchen may be on hold for a while, but you can still make some decorating changes that will have a big impact — for less than $100 a project. Full Story
Simple solutions for saving hundreds at the (toilet) tank
Water conservation is becoming a household necessity due to more states declaring drought emergencies each year. Plus, not only does water conservation help the environment, but it also puts less strain on the pocketbook. Full Story
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