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In my 14 years at this magazine, I’ve been asked about one topic more than any other, and it’s not the best sofas or the ideal shade of white paint. Family, friends, and more than a few complete strangers want to know everything about the HGTV Dream Home. The annual giveaway is huge: More than 118 million entries came in for last year’s home. To put that in perspective, the first Dream Home in 1997 received just 1.25 million. Over the years, the definition of a dream house has changed many times: We’ve seen nine mountain escapes, 17 coastal getaways, and even a mini vineyard. I’m going to let you in on a secret: The HGTV Dream Home team begins scouting locations 18 months in advance, which means they’ve already…
Jackson Hole, WY This Nordic pine chalet was assembled from a kit made in Finland. It has sweeping views of the Teton mountains. Martha’s Vineyard, MA This shingled home is on an island, so all the building supplies had to come in via ferry—including the driveway’s 12.5 tons of gravel! Tyler, TX At 6,000 square feet, this is the largest of all the Dream Homes. It even has an elevator! Lake Wylie, NC Best of both worlds! This year’s home comes with a large dock and paddleboards, and it’s just minutes from downtown Charlotte.…
Junk or Jackpot? Host Bobby Berk helps homeowners sell off pieces of their prized collections (like Wonder Woman lunch boxes) to make room and raise money for renovations. Could you be sitting on a jackpot of your own? Search your house for these sure things: Ugliest House in America Join Retta and Alison Victoria for another season of their what-not-to-do show. The decor don’ts are epic but so are the makeovers! Our favorite transformations from past seasons: Airs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET St. Cloud, MN This kitchen desperately needed an island! Manassas, VA A new vanity changed everything! Upper Darby, PA The clutter and mirrors had to go! Home Town Erin and Ben Napier are back, renovating historic homes in Laurel, MS, and bringing even more Southern charm to…
NOT BAD AT ALL! NOT SO BAD! KINDA BAD! PRET TY BAD! REALLY BAD! SUPER BAD! how bad is it to reheat water that’s sitting in a teakettle? This isn’t a health risk (bringing water to a boil kills any harmful germs), but when water is boiled more than once it becomes “flat,” and the lack of oxygen can make tea taste dull. You can get fresh water in 30 seconds. Treat yourself! KINDA BAD! how bad is it to forget your reusable grocery bags? A forgotten bag now and then isn’t going to add up to serious environmental damage. But before you buy another reusable bag at the store, take note: According to some studies, you’ll need to use it at least 100 times (otherwise it’s just as bad…
ritual BY COLOR ATELIER “This is a quietly dramatic color, and because it’s a limewash, the finish resembles brushed suede. It creates a cozy yet elevated atmosphere that’s the perfect backdrop for vibrant artwork.” —Christina Cruz, Christina Cruz Interiors, Austin classic burgundy BY BENJAMIN MOORE “This is a great choice for small spaces where you want a moment of drama or delight. The deep color gives this pantry a sense of luxury and purpose.” —Kelly Finley, @joystreetdesign, Atlanta pale petal BY BENJAMIN MOORE “For this girls’ bathroom, we wanted a sophisticated look that they could grow with. This pink is the perfect balance of rosy blush and soft peach—just saturated enough but still elegant.” —Mel Bean, Mel Bean Interiors, Tulsa, OK windmill wings BY BENJAMIN MOORE “If you’re looking for…
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