Author: merdeka

Modular and Site-Built Homes Compared for Same Design

Modular and Site-Built Homes Compared for Same Design

by merdeka • 4 days ago

Modular homes and site-built homes are compared, showing overall timeline, cost and engineering differences for the same modern...

Old Home Wiring Increases Fire Risk and Bills

Old Home Wiring Increases Fire Risk and Bills

by merdeka • 6 days ago

Old home wiring can raise fire risk and increase electricity bills, especially in houses built before the 1970s,...

West Virginia garden blends river and willow into award-winning design

West Virginia garden blends river and willow into award-winning design

by merdeka • 02 Nov 2026

A 32-year-old West Virginia garden earned a 2026 Reader Garden Award by blending the West Fork River and...

Iowa Parent Earns Master Gardener Title Through Extensive Coursework

Iowa Parent Earns Master Gardener Title Through Extensive Coursework

by merdeka • 01 Nov 2026

An Iowa parent achieved Master Gardener certification through extensive coursework, covering botany, pest control, and plant pathology.

Gardeners Attract Pollinators With Native Plants and Feeders

Gardeners Attract Pollinators With Native Plants and Feeders

by merdeka • 31 Oct 2026

Gardeners can attract pollinators by selecting the right flowers, shrubs, and feeders to create an environment where animals...

AI startups help home brands cut costly photo shoots

AI startups help home brands cut costly photo shoots

by merdeka • 15 Oct 2026

AI startups help home brands cut costly photo shoots by using generative AI for instant product imagery instead...

Black Birch expands beyond dining with new furniture and decor

Black Birch expands beyond dining with new furniture and decor

by merdeka • 11 Oct 2026

Black Birch’s Fall 2026 collection expands beyond dining with furniture, textiles, and decor for living rooms, bedrooms, and...

Architect Jeffrey Dungan Releases Book on Soulful Homes

Architect Jeffrey Dungan Releases Book on Soulful Homes

by merdeka • 08 Oct 2026

Architect Jeffrey Dungan’s Alabama roots inspired his book on soulful homes blending nature with modern design.

Designers to Learn Team-Building Strategies in Online Workshop

Designers to Learn Team-Building Strategies in Online Workshop

by merdeka • 07 Oct 2026

Effective team-building strategies for designers in an online workshop led by Melissa Galt on October 7, 2026.

Penthouse prioritizes materials and light over decoration

Penthouse prioritizes materials and light over decoration

by merdeka • 03 Oct 2026

A new residential project showcases a different approach to luxury, prioritizing material quality and natural connections over ornate...