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October 10, 2008 | Home & Real Estate

Awnings dress up, cool down homes, patios and pools

But more and more, Valley residents are combating these summer inconveniences by installing awnings over windows and back patios - a solution that has created more shade around the exterior of the home and reduced energy costs.

A stylish indoor-outdoor master bath

Anthony Theiler had an unusual request when he decided to remodel his master bathroom. He wanted an outdoor shower. Contractor George Monzures's solution was just as unexpected. He gave the whole bathroom an indoor-outdoor feel.

Dorm sweet dorm

Color is key to creating a dorm room that seems like home.

Turn shirt into a bag for laptop

I once purchased a vintage men's guayabera shirt. I loved it, but it didn't flatter my figure.

Precision cuts are possible with ceramic-tile cutter

Ask the Builder

5 ways to try to avoid Home-plumbing woes

Most homeowners don't think about the pipes until they've got a clogged drain or a chronic leak.

Use darkening agent to 'age' copper hood

Dear Martha: My shiny new copper oven-vent hood doesn't fit with my older, more rustic home. How can I give it an aged look?

2 suggestions to help euphorbia bloom again

Southwest gardens