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 Your bathroom may be the smallest room in the house, but there's no reason why it can't make a splash. We have put together a collection of beautiful small bathrooms from traditional and country, to the modern, wild and wonderful. Whether you are thinking of decorating your downstairs loo or your en-suite, take a look at these small bathroom inspirations.



A built-in shelf is perfect for keeping bathroom knick-knacks to hand and creating a pretty display at the same time. The use of colour and galvanised metal furniture in this bathroom keeps it spring garden fresh. 




Why not make a small bathroom the place where you experiment with the bold colour you're slightly afraid to put elsewhere. 



A pretty pendant light and a wall mounted towel rail are neat final flourishes that are discreet enough to keep this small bathroom looking airy and light. 



lights float on the surface of the mirror like bubbles in a bath. The motif is echoed in the handles of the teal cabinets.




Dark wood decorates the walls, which are inset with art. A big white bath is a lovely contrast to the dark wood. 



After your front door your hallway is the first part of your home that you see when you get home, it is the first interior you present to your guests.

 Too often halls are relegated to becoming thoroughfares where coats and shoes are dumped and not enough thought is put into their decoration. The right paint colour or wallpaper can brighten and lift the darkest or narrowest of spaces. 

Include elegant storage to cut down on clutter, enliven your floor with a vibrant rug or runner or use the walls to display an art collection. If your hallway receives a daily bashing from your kids why not consider hardwearing tiles or wall panels? We've found the most enthralling halls and corridors from our archive for design ideas to inspire you…










Are you ready for this year's Thanksgiving meal? Whether you're having your guests over for lunch or dinner, your table can't be one of the bunch. We've gathered a set of gorgeous design and decoration ideas to give your creativity and inspiration a boost. Enjoy!



























With so many families moving to Texas these days, it seems vitally important to learn which cities offer the best options for settling down and investing.

Nerdwallet.com came out with a list of the best cities in Texas for young families, based on data regarding the public school system, median home values, and the growth of the local economy as well as population growth. Read on to see which cities made the list and of course, if you’re interested in investing or moving to these cities, give us a call, we’ll be happy to make it to work with you towards making it happen!

10) Carrollton


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With a GreatSchools rating of 7, a monthly homeowner cost of $1,512, and a median household income of $78,601, Carrollton makes a great place for young families to settle down. Even though it's a growing city, it also has that small-town vibe that will make you feel right at home.


9) Richardson


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Richardson is a very affordable, safe place for young families. It has a ranking of 8/10 from GreatSchools, a monthly average homeowner cost of $1,655, and a 2% population change between 2010 and 2011.

8) Abilene


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In Abilene, the monthly homeowner cost is just $1,007, and the median household income is $51,405. For families who want an affordable place to live with great school districts, this is a wonderful choice.

7) McKinney


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With a GreatSchools rating of 8/10, a median household income of $97,792, and the plethora of art galleries, farmer's markets, and recreational activities available, McKinney offers young couples a nice option when it comes to raising a family.

6) Frisco


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Frisco, another suburb of Dallas-Fort Worth, is an excellent choice for raising a family. It has a GreatSchools rank of 9/10, a median home value of $234,900, and has been named "Tree City USA" for its abundance of forests within the city.This makes it a family-friendly, active, environmentally-conscious city to raise a family in.

5) Pearland


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Pearland, a suburb of Houston, has a GreatSchools rate of 8, a median home value of $183,600, and a median household income of $103,136. With its proximity to Houston, outstanding schools, and cultural diversity, it makes a wonderful place to raise children.

4) League City


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League City earned a 9/10 rating with GreatSchools, and also the population growth was just .20% between 2010 and 2011, which means it isn't too overpopulated. It's near Galveston and the NASA Johnson Space Center, so there's plenty of opportunities for recreation and entertainment.

3) Flower Mound


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Flower Mound, a suburb of Dallas-Fort Worth, is the only city on our list that earned a 10/10 with GreatSchools. 62.8% of households here earn over $100,000, making it one of the highest-earning cities in the country. Its exemplary schools and proximity to Dallas-Fort Worth earn this city one of the top spots on our list.

2) Allen


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Allen saw a 3% population change between 2010 and 2011, and earned an overall score for young families of 54.6. With monthly owner costs of $1,812, it's one of the more affordable cities on our list.

1) The Woodlands


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Finally, The Woodlands came in at number 1 on our list due to its exceptional school system and a 22.6% population change between 2010 and 2011, showing that the local economy is thriving.

Do you agree with this list? What cities or towns in Texas do you think make the perfect place to raise a family? Would you like to look for a property in The Woodlands? Give us call! 713.629.7771

Source: www.onlyinyourstate.com




Pinterest has become an amazing place to find unique ideas of what one might want to obtain or accomplish in life. One of the common Pinterest boards found across the popular social network is “dream home.”

So Tech Insider hatched a brilliant idea of asking Pinterest to share what the most popular ‘home’ pins were. They asked what the most popular pictures were in each of these categories: exterior, living rooms, dining rooms, kitchens, entertainment rooms, home offices, bedrooms, bathrooms, closets, garages, attics, basements, and outdoor yards. The results were fascinating. Instead of big mansions or little cozy cabins in the woods, it seems the most popular “dream home” is a family home that balances majesty with simplicity.


  • The main structure of Pinterest’s trendiest home is this two story, navy blue house with white trim.

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  • The most popular living room style is an open floor plan with tall ceilings, plentiful lighting, and large windows.

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  • Another trending living room also has an open floor plan, tall ceilings, and an amazing double staircase.

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  • For the dining room, the popular vote is for dark, hardwood floors, matching furniture and neutral wall coloring. The artistic brass candles, chandelier and plants help as well.

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  • The other popular dining room setup contrasts a light colored theme and plentiful natural light with darker items like the chandelier and furniture.

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  • The most admired kitchen utilizes rustic hardwood flooring, a center island and a beautiful color combination with the cabinets, countertops and walls.

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  • A secondary popular kitchen also sports white cabinets, granite countertops and large picture window that opens up a nice view of the yard.

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  • The top-trending entertainment room is more modern in style, with shiny marble flooring, a huge sectional couch and a big screen TV of course.

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  • Another favored entertainment room is in a basement. If you are going to dream big, may as well throw in a pool table and a fully stocked bar.

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  • Another popular basement-style entertainment room is favored for the couch that doubles as a bar in case guests want to snack while they watch. Cozy color scheme too.

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  • While most attics are dark and dreary, the most shared attic image on Pinterest has a bright paint job, lots of natural lighting as well as a swing to let you relax your worries away.

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  • The most shared master bedroom has a chandelier, soothing yet bright coloring, with plenty of windows and lighting. The cozy reading chair is a nice touch. The bedrooms seem to be the only rooms where carpet is preferred.

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  • Another popular bedroom has darker colors but is well accented with vibrant decor throughout the rest of the room.

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  • The most favorable bathroom is bright, with a molded granite countertop, beautiful wood flooring, double sinks and ample cabinet space.

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  • The other most shared bathroom has a rustic style, only one sink, a basic toilet, tile flooring and wood paneled walls. Yet the feel of the colors, wooden shelving and framed mirror really give it that cozy feel.

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  • The closets that draw the most interest are large walk-ins. The most popular displays mirrored cabinets, wood flooring, and shoes for practically every day of the year.

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  •  The next closet has a darker color scheme, an optimized storage layout and framed mirrors.

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  •  The rest of the family can just use chic under-stairs closet space for their clothes.

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  • Here is the most desired home office. The ample lighting and bright colors are perfect for keeping your energy and productivity levels high.

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  •  Behold, the most popular garage on Pinterest. Although it looks more like a live-in garage!

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  • Another favored garage isn’t very big. The main appeal is probably how clean and well organized it is.

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  • As far as Pinterest users’ outdoor preferences go, a large and open deck with a pool table and bar seems to be all the rage.

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  •  Another highly pinned backyard is an open style grassless area with plenty of amenities.

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  •  Here’s another popular backyard on Pinterest. Simple and comfortable.

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 Source: www.lightersideofrealestate.com




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