Nobody wants to think about their house right now — well, for certain I don’t. It’s summer; the grill revs up for quick dinners and I’m much more interested in play on these long, languid …

Jeanette and Moshe Laniado are more than just thriving Monmouth County entrepreneurs. They are mother and son and…friendly competitors.
The Laniados are founders of separate successful swimwear companies — Swimsuit Station and SwimsuitsForAll.com.

Part of any good day off at the Shore is having no agenda. Take the leisurely stroll, and wander carefree to all those places that have always been on your list. If you’re playing host …

KKitchen design strategy this year is much like other creative design areas in that, as culture changes, so do our ideas of contemporary style, flow and eco-design of the room in which we spend so …

How to add curb appeal to your home
by Nicole Nava
It’s a great idea to get the inside of your house picture perfect, but the outside is equally important. Whether you’re planning to sell or staying …

“Reclaimed and recycled wood is hot. Companies are using soy-based cushions and water-based fabrics.”
Michelle Lamb, Marketing Directions, Inc.
Trend analyst, popular speaker and columnist, Michelle Lamb gave her predictions for the 2008 furniture lineup during a …

How to Stage Your House
by Nicole Nava
In the current real estate market, it can be painstakingly difficult to sell your house. Competition is high, and the selling market can be gruelingly slow paced. The best …

This is the fifth annual edition of Currents that has a special focus on home improvements.
And this year, given the difficult economic times that we are going through, the idea of feathering our own nest …

By Julien Raynal
All of us love to surround our world with things, which are both beautiful as well as exotic. Our homes are one of the most intrinsic parts of the world around us. Therefore, …

A choice that lasts for years
Buying a hardwood floor is an important decision and significant investment. In order to choose the type of flooring that’s right for you, it’s important to know your needs and …

DeClutter Your Closet
Do you really need to keep all that stuff?

Everyone has at least one closet that needs some serious help. Here are a few tips to clearing out, cleaning up and getting your clothes …

FASCINATION WITH FIXTURES
Bathrooms and kitchens are not just utilitarian anymore. Building a comfortable, relaxing spa oasis is in a big way. And kitchens have gone from simple food prep in a small space to expansive, …