Philadelphia Area REALTOR®
Looking for a new family-friendly activity this summer? Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs offer so many opportunities to get out of the house and have some fun! While the Philadelphia Zoo and Art Museum are city staples, there are some other, lesser-known attractions in the area just waiting to be explored. So pack up the family, and get ready to have some fun!
Now that summer is here, it’s time to utilize your outdoor space! Small and inexpensive elements from accent cushions and table linens to potted plants and herbaceous borders can transform any backyard into your own personal oasis. Here’s how to get the most out of your backyard.
Philadelphia’s food scene is so much more than cheesesteaks and soft pretzels. The city and surrounding suburbs have an eclectic mix of culinary cuisines ranging from vegan fare to Italian BYOBs, and everything in between. Not only are the restaurants a tourist attraction in and of itself, but the world-class craft breweries and distilleries draw crowds by the thousands to test their unique concoctions. [Read more…] about The Best Restaurants in Your Neighborhood
As the earth awakens each spring, it’s hard to resist rounding up nature’s loveliness in bunches and bouquets. From multicolored rows of tulips to pale pink cherry blossoms overhead, spring flowers are a beautiful reminder of the season.
While images of intricate arrangements make their way around the Internet, those with more modern sensibilities may be at a loss. Don’t fret! Spring flowers needn’t be busy or ornate. Try these tips to create arrangements perfect for the modern or minimalist home.
[Read more…] about 4 Tips for Adding Spring Flowers to a Modern Space
Though one of the country’s oldest cities, Philly has become a mecca for modern design. In fact, it was Dwell Magazine that led me to this latest design inspiration — Lokal Fishtown. Lokal is a boutique hotel chain offering innovative experiences and uncommon interiors. For their new Fishtown location, Lokal enlisted design firm True Hand Society to transform 6 apartment-style rooms (aptly named “Jawns”) into modern getaways with a distinctly Philly vibe.
[Read more…] about Interior Inspiration From One of Philly’s Coolest Hotels
Fans of HGTV’s Fixer Upper, rejoice! Now you too can experience Joanna Gaines’ laidback, family-friendly style in your own space. She recently launched a home collection in collaboration with lifestyle brand Anthropologie. In keeping with the brand’s aesthetic, the overall vibe leans boho. But even this modern-lover found a few favorites (The chunky Camille rug would be a dream underfoot).
[Read more…] about Joanna Gaines’ Home Collection for Anthropologie
When planning their newly constructed townhouse, these Baltimore homeowners envisioned a stylish kitchen infused with character — not cookie-cutter finishes. They achieved their dreams with the help of designer Bria Hammel. Bria mixed gray cabinetry, satin-brass hardware, and Nuvolato marble to create a glamorous kitchen perfect for entertaining. At 225 square feet, it makes use of every inch with separate zones for cooking and mingling and storage up to the ceiling.
[Read more…] about This Rowhome Kitchen Maximizes Space and Style
Here’s what every first-time home buyer needs to know to dive into house hunting with confidence—and with as few curveballs as possible. Whether it’s getting a mortgage, choosing a real estate agent, shopping for a home, or making a down payment, we lay out the must-knows of buying for the first time.
Enjoy this article courtesy of realtor.com®. Dee Greene Hill is a full-time, licensed REALTOR® serving Philadelphia and its surrounding areas.
You may have heard of the phenomenal Bethann Hardison. As one of the first African-American supermodels, her life has been one filled with fashion, travel, and celebrity. This amazing past is displayed prominently throughout her home. Religious figures from Mexico share space with a print gifted by Andy Warhol himself. Benches from Thailand sit beneath artwork by David Bowie and Keith Haring. If these walls could talk, they’d tell a story of fashion icon and advocate living her best life.
[Read more…] about A Home That Puts Its Treasures on Display
Let’s face it. Philadelphia can be drab at times. Gray skies. Gray buildings. You want a gritty backdrop for a psychological thriller? Set it in Philly. So if you’re longing for a change of pace, a colorful home may be just the remedy.
[Read more…] about A Colorful Home Inspired by the Caribbean
