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After visiting one of the most beautifully constructed cities in America—such as Seattle or Chicago—you may come away from your trip thinking you want to become an architect yourself. Designing both innovative and structurally-sound buildings may sound appealing, but what is a day in the life of an architect, on...

You might wonder why you feel sneezing with your curtains, carpeting, and mattresses. We might think that the dust is the culprit behind it. However, there can be insects that live around these areas that are impossible to detect with our naked eye. These insects, also known as dust mites,...

​​Moving to a new house can be a stressful time for everyone in the family. But it doesn't have to be all doom and gloom! There are plenty of ways to make the moving process fun for everyone involved. Here are some of our favorites. Have a packing party Moving...

There are good reasons that so many people from inland areas plan vacations to the beach. The warm sand, salt air, and sounds of breaking waves are incredibly soothing, which is something modern people need. Vacationing in overbooked hotels on crowded tourist beaches won't fit the bill, though. Maximizing relaxation...

You've probably heard a lot about virtual reality (VR) in the past few years. It's been touted as the next big thing in gaming, entertainment, and even business. But what is VR? How does it work? And why is it so hyped up? Let's take a look at the basics...

Traditional soil garden tactics take up about 5 hours a week in chores associated with maintenance. This includes weeding, fertilizing, and removing pests. Hydroponic gardening may require a bit more to get started. Still, it offers a more maintenance-friendly approach to DIY gardening once established. You can create a simple...

Barbecuing is often one of the few activities that can be done well past the end of summer. While it’s best done in the somewhat comfortable summer heat, many Canadians still use their barbecues in the colder days of winter, when the snow and grey skies only make you want...

There are many ways to reduce the demand for heating and cooling in your home. Geothermal heat pumps, Radiant heating & cooling, Solid-state electronics, and energy-efficient appliances are just a few of the methods you can use to cut costs on your heating and cooling bills. But no matter what...

An attractive businesswoman sitting indoors in office, stretching. If you want to live a sustainable life that minimizes your impact on the environment, there are many things you can do. You can recycle, compost, and reuse as much as possible. You can also adopt a vegan lifestyle or go vegetarian....

Have you finally decided that you want to try aromatherapy? This is a holistic treatment that has been around for a long time and it allows you to enjoy natural fragrances and the benefits that plants can offer. But, when you first start aromatherapy, you might not be sure what...