Before you start worrying about my habits, the shelf is usually empty. It’s more of a decoration (shaped like the Eiffel Tower) than a storage device (form over function). At least it’s more useful than the unopened basement shelving kit we got as a wedding gift in 1995. There’s a bottle of Chardonnay in the … Read more
By Alessandra Malito Do you have questions about your own retirement provision? Email us at HelpMeRetire@marketwatch.com. Dear Marketwatch, I recently made a panic decision to withdraw all my money from a retirement account and I’m closing a house (about $200,000) now in February. I am 36 years old, married and have a 1 year old … Read more
MATTOON — Crews from the Mattoon Fire Department were dispatched to a fire at a two-story apartment building on Richmond Ave. at around 5:30 p.m. Saturday. 2417 dispatched. As of 6 p.m., they appeared to have the fire down and under control. Fire Chief Jeff Hilligoss said no injuries were reported at the scene. The … Read more
A wide variety of artwork and design collectibles populate this São Paulo penthouse designed by local studio Tria Arquitetura, which includes a sculptural staircase. The renovation of the 960 square meter Frederic Chopin apartment was led by architect Marina Cardoso de Almeida of Tria Arquitetura, who redesigned the floor plan to make the most of … Read more
A wide variety of artwork and design collectibles populate this São Paulo penthouse designed by local studio Tria Arquitetura, which includes a sculptural staircase. The renovation of the 960 square meter Frederic Chopin apartment was led by architect Marina Cardoso de Almeida of Tria Arquitetura, who redesigned the floor plan to make the most of … Read more
By Quentin Fottrell “Since we are a family, do we have a legal right of access to the home? And if the car has no outstanding credit, can it be released?’ Dear Quentin, My mother-in-law died almost two years ago and her house has been empty ever since. Immediately after her death, a sister-in-law came … Read more
PRESS RELEASE Published on January 28, 2023 Reports and Insights (R&I) has released a new report, Home Furniture Market: Opportunity Analysis and Future Assessment 2020-2028. Reports and Insights recently published a report titled “Home furniture market: Opportunity Analysis and Future Assessment 2022-2030” in its database of market research reports, offering its readers a detailed and … Read more
From Norway to New Zealand, this lookbook explores rural cottages with cozy living areas enlivened by natural materials and vistas of wild landscapes. Cabins are a popular building typology among architects around the world. Typically constructed of wood, the small shelters make ideal peaceful retreats in remote locations. Their small size and use of organic … Read more
The kitchen island is the ultimate in great ticket items for the kitchen. This coveted piece of furniture is a luxurious addition to your home that can provide a real wow factor. They come in seemingly limitless styles and materials to choose from. But the island is so much more than its physical form, it … Read more
From the living rooms of Venetian palaces to the drawing rooms of British country houses, velvet has played a starring role in our homes for centuries. But our love affair with the fabric is changing. Originally made from silk, velvet has gone from being high-maintenance and expensive to an ideal family sofa – thanks to … Read more