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Popularity “We really started seeing open floors plans in the mid-century, when it no longer became the expectation that Mom would walk out of the kitchen holding a platter,” says Jessica Davis of Atelier Davis in Atlanta, Ga. “These days, we expect to be socializing even as we’re preparing for guests.” But as people spend more time at home, it’s clear that navigating work, school, play, and everything in between all from the same room is wearing thin....

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It’s not just the air outside that can parch your skin, but also the climate inside your home (or office). “Air conditioning and heating can have a drying effect because they work by removing a large amount of moisture from the air,” says Corey L. Hartman, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of Skin Wellness Dermatology. But while you might not be able to control the weather, you can maintain the environment of your home....

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Try these small front porch decorating ideas to make the most of every little square inch. Choose Your Porch Furniture Wisely Even with a small front porch, you can probably offer a place to sit, whether it’s a cozy bench or loveseat or a couple of chairs for hanging out. Keep it smaller scale You don’t want to fill every square inch with your furnishings, so look for smaller-scale options....

To find the best hardwood floor cleaners, we spent hours researching the market while considering factors such as type, application style, and formula. We also asked Kathy Cohoon, operations manager of Two Maids & A Mop, for tips on what to look for when buying the right cleaner for your hardwood floors. Our top pick is the Bona Hardwood Floor Cleaner for its impressive cleaning power, fast drying time, and unscented formula made with plant-derived ingredients....

For our cleaning countdown, we’ve compiled a list of common cleaning tasks that may be on your list, but feel free to customize your checklist according to your home and priorities. To save you time and energy, we’ve focused on the rooms most commonly used when entertaining (living room, kitchen, dining room, and bathrooms), but expand the list as needed. For example, if you’re planning to entertain outdoors, add the patio or covered porch to your to-do list....

Before You Buy, Try Out Tiny Living If you’re considering downsizing, try these strategies to figure out how small is right for you. Go slow. Overnight change isn’t possible when downsizing a lifetime of stuff. As you start to feel the lightness that comes with fewer possessions, you may feel more confident about moving forward.Give yourself a false sense of small. Close the door to infrequently used rooms and note how long you can go before entering those spaces....

Here are my top insider tips for making the most of your time at Disney. By setting a detailed schedule well in advance, based on knowing exactly what you want, you’ll get the most out of every expensive minute. RELATED: How to Plan the Best Vacation Off-season lines are shorter, and parks and hotels are less crowded and less expensive than in peak season. And you can usually attend the same special events—like the Epcot Food and Wine Festival, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and the Epcot Flower and Garden show—without the crowds....

Apparently, I’m the one who’s bringing that average way down, as we’ve nearly always spent far less than that on school supplies for my two kids (even when we buy the 64-pack of Crayolas!). You don’t have to spend a small fortune to get your kids outfitted for school this year—especially if you’ve already got some back-to-school supplies sitting around the house. (Hello, colored pencils from your adult coloring book phase....

We created these adorably clever Valentine’s Day cards that you can download and print in five minutes flat. They are perfect for a last-minute alternative (just in case the middle of the month crept up on you unexpectedly) or if you’re doing a budget celebration this year. Check out our printable Valentines below, and rest easy knowing you’ll never run out of cards this year. Don’t worry, though: These aren’t extensive or complicated Valentine’s Day crafts....

Philodendron Care Tips In general, philodendrons prefer partial sun exposure. To get the best color on variegated leaves, make sure the plant receives bright, indirect light. A tropical plant, philodendrons prefer a warm, humid environment, which you can imitate by setting the houseplant in a warm spot and providing moisture with a humidifier or plant mister. Loamy, well-drained soil is best. Provide a moderate amount of water, and watch the leaves—drooping leaves could mean you’re over- or under-watering....

To preserve it properly, make sure you pack up your stuffing in an airtight container or resealable storage bag (push the extra air out of it before closing) within two hours of it coming out of the oven and hitting the table. Then place storage containers on the top shelf of your fridge where the temperature is the most constant. Here, it will stay delicious for up to four days—then follow our instructions for safely reheating leftover stuffing....

Names like Tru Earth, Earth Breeze, Earth Hero, Net Zero, Dropps, and BioKleen are just some of the companies vying for consumer attention. And the offerings and value propositions of these more recent entrants are exciting for people wanting to do their part to save the planet without busting their budgets. Not only are these companies reducing the plastic pollution associated with laundry routines, they are also reducing the carbon footprint associated with the industry and baking charitable environmental initiatives into their business models....

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For example, let your beautifully wrapped presents serve as decorations until they’re ripped open on Christmas morning, or consider hanging holiday cards from your stair banister to add a pop of color and cheer. Add some elegant Christmas trees to your repertoire of decorations, or create an edible version to sweeten your entryway. Using our simple ideas as inspiration, we’ll show you how to procure what’s already around your house to customize a festive look this Christmas....

The only catch: It comes at the steep price of $600. Although we definitely recommend the Dyson if you can afford it, there are alternatives to score the waves of your dreams without spending a sizable chunk of your paycheck. In fact, TikTok has become flooded as of late with eager creators sharing their Dyson Airwrap alternative product reviews. To simplify your researching and shopping, we found the best Dyson Airwrap alternatives, below....

Or, maybe you’re not about to host. Maybe you’re just not sure what you want for dinner, so a variety of little bites sounds more appealing than a large dish. Either way, the following “small bite” ideas will satisfy you when you want a smorgasbord of tastes in one meal. Get the recipe: Endive With Ricotta, Almonds, and Raisins These hummus and cucumber crostini solve this common party woe in a delicious way....

But sleep isn’t just a cozy reward after a long day—and it’s certainly not a sign of laziness or weakness. Sufficient sleep—which for adults is defined as getting at least seven hours per night by the CDC—is an absolutely vital driver of every physiological system in the human body. When we’re sleep deprived—which more than one third of adults are—our health and wellbeing can suffer in myriad ways: mental, physical, and emotional....