SPECIAL SECTION : Spring Home Renovation Guide
of your bed . Properly adjusting drapes , which is easy to do with smartphone control , can also help manage energy consumption by regulating solar heat .
Kitchen — Wake up to your favorite morning beverage without drowsily scooping and pouring . A smart coffee maker can make the right amount of coffee at just the right time through simple settings on your smartphone .
Family Room — Cue the movie setting with dimmed lights , blinds lowered and the TV powered on . Hosting a party ? Count on your custom entertaining setup with lighting in all your guest-friendly rooms , lively music playing on your whole-home sound system and a lower temperature to keep things cool as the party heats up .
Bathroom Upgrades for Style
Makeover ideas to spruce up a small bathroom or plan a full renovation .
Home upgrades are all about adding comfort , convenience and beauty , and the bathroom is no exception . It may be the smallest room in the house , but these ideas for enhancing the most functional features of your bathroom are sure to make a big impact . Whether your goal is a spa-like oasis or simply bringing a new level of sophistication to this all-important room in your house , there are a few key areas to focus your attention .
Sink : More than just a bowl for capturing water when you wash or brush , the sink can actually be a statement piece within your bathroom . More traditional options range from decorative self-rimming to sleek undermount styles , while vessels in all shapes , sizes and materials lend an artistic flair . Wallmounted sinks reflect a trend toward floating vanities and today ’ s pedestals are anything but boring .
Toilet : Keeping a sparkling clean bathroom is now easier with the new American Standard
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