6 tips for throwing the best party of the year

(BPT) – There’s always one magical gathering every year that has everyone talking long after it’s over. It’s about getting people together, enjoying good food, music, and cocktails, and creating memories that will linger long after the last guest goes …

DIY outdoor bar serves up entertainment

(BPT) – As outdoor living space continues to be an extension of the home for entertaining, it’s no surprise that nearly 60 percent of homeowners believe outdoor kitchens will be popular this year, according to the latest Landscape Architecture Trends S…

Add curb appeal with a concrete lawn border

(BPT) – Curb appeal is important to homeowners for many reasons. Some people take pride in keeping up the exterior appearance of their home and enjoy the process of doing so. Others want to be the envy of the neighborhood or are meeting property guidel…

4 ways to prep your home for winter

(BPT) – When you start feeling those first hints of winter, the instinct to get ready kicks in. You may dig out your car’s snow brush, blanket, shovel and winter survival kit and place them in the trunk of your car. The winter coats and boots come out …