Have you ever gotten together with friends or family only to realize you don’t know what activities to engage in? Maybe you have a great outdoor space that’s primed and ready, but you just don’t know how to incorporate playful activities into it. Fret not. Here are 3 easygoing and low-to-no-contact games for you and your guests. Kickball...

When planning an outdoor garden, many want to prioritize plants that attract and support local pollinators. Bees, butterflies and hummingbirds can add an enjoyable presence to your yard and help your plants and local ecosystem thrive. However, it's also important to protect and support your own animal friends. While many popular flowers and plants are toxic to dogs...

If you want to build a greenhouse at home, there are many things to consider first. Everything from building materials, style and intended use is worth planning carefully before you start. Here are some of the main things to consider before you build a greenhouse: What you’re planning to grow A greenhouse gives you the chance to grow...

Are you a culinary adventurer? If so, you know how much fun it can be to experiment with herbs in your soups, sauces and casseroles. Better, it’s easy enough to step that flavor up by using fresh herbs picked straight from the garden. Many culinary herbs are easy to grow on a windowsill, and they’re only an arm’s...

As technology advances, so do the tools available for interior design. Software and mobile apps continue to grow in popularity among professional designers and DIY home stylists. Here are some of the main types of digital tools used by interior designers today: Digital cameras Digital cameras have made interior designers' jobs quicker and easier by providing a simple...

Hurricanes of all sizes can be dangerous. No matter how serious the storm is, there are guidelines you should follow to stay safe at home. Here are some safety tips to remember during a hurricane: Stay Away From Windows If you aren't required to evacuate your home, the best place to be is inside and away from windows....

Charming Colonial with convenient access to Logan airport, Boston and walking distance to the Swampscott commuter rail, beaches and eateries. This owner has updated and put her own improvements where it counts most. Enjoy a new kitchen with Quartz countertops, honed granite undermount sink, new appliances, white cabinetry with contemporary hardware, custom backsplash and durable updated gray plank flooring. Both full and half bathrooms have been updated, hardwood floors throughout most of the house. The first floor features a kitchen with adjacent deck and access to the driveway, dining room, living room and family room (currently utilized...

Turn the key and be wowed by this picture perfect treasure that has been renovated, updated, & expanded yet still has the charm & quality of craftsmanship you only get from a house of its era. Hardwood flooring, Crown Molding, bead board, China cabinet, French doors all work seamlessly with new materials like the Granite Kitchen, Stainless Steel appliances, Marvin windows, Plantation shutters, sliding deck doors,& so much more! 1st floor has an open layout feel between the living, dining & family rooms. 2nd floor has a skylit Master Bed plus Bath addition with cathedral ceilings & commanding palladium window. Expand on...

Turn the key and be wowed by this picture perfect treasure that has been renovated, updated, & expanded yet still has the charm & quality of craftsmanship you only get from a house of its era. Hardwood flooring, Crown Molding, bead board, China cabinet, French doors all work seamlessly with new materials like the Granite Kitchen, Stainless Steel appliances, Marvin windows, Plantation shutters, sliding deck doors,& so much more! 1st floor has an open layout feel between the living, dining & family rooms. 2nd floor has a skylit Master Bed plus Bath addition with cathedral ceilings & commanding palladium window. Expand on...

Charming Colonial with convenient access to Logan airport, Boston and walking distance to the Swampscott commuter rail, beaches and eateries. This owner has updated and put her own improvements where it counts most. Enjoy a new kitchen with Quartz countertops, honed granite undermount sink, new appliances, white cabinetry with contemporary hardware, custom backsplash and durable updated gray plank flooring. Both full and half bathrooms have been updated, hardwood floors throughout most of the house. The first floor features a kitchen with adjacent deck and access to the driveway, dining room, living room and family room (currently utilized...

Nestled at the end of a long, tree-lined drive on almost 6 verdant acres, this Lynnfield estate features a custom built residence with architectural details evoking Old World elegance: private balconies for every bedroom, stone-front fireplaces and exquisite woodworking. Dedicated private spaces integrated within the versatile, sprawling 3-story layout make this home ideal for multi-generational family scenarios, today’s lifestyles and when entertaining. Traffic flows freely between the chic kitchen with custom bird’s eye maple cabinets to living areas bordered by window walls that open to a wrap-around balcony overlooking the courtyard....

Be wowed when you enter this beautiful contemporary home in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Swampscott. Large open concept living with a rare half acre of land. 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. Renovated eat in kitchen with cherry cabinets and granite countertops. Large dining room wonderful for entertaining. Spacious living room to relax and enjoy the fireplace with access to a screened~in porch. Generous sized primary bedroom with remodeled full bath. Walls of glass throughout this very special home overlooking the impressive and level grounds backing up to the Swampscott Rail Trail. Come view this extraordinary...