The way we design our kitchens has changed drastically over the last several decades. And why not? Our lives have changed pretty dramatically, especially throughout the last (nearly) 2 years when the pandemic brought things to a screeching halt and we found ourselves...
Did you know that the average person spends about 60 minutes per day in the bathroom, including the time spent on tasks like showering, bathing, doing their hair, applying make-up, and – uh – doing other things? That’s 365 hours per year or some 27,000 hours in the...
The Lower Mainland is a waaay different now from when I was growing up in Vancouver a half-century ago. Happily, you almost never hear jokes anymore about that weird, ragtag suburb on the other side of those distant bridges. I bet no one’s Vancouver boyfriend assures...
There are many reasons for choosing to light the outside of our house. Often, it’s to create a lovely ambience that magnifies the beauty of the home. However, many homeowners opt for outdoor lighting not only for atmosphere but also for security. Outdoor security...
The dimmer switch isn’t a new invention by any means. Did you know that the first dimmer was invented in 1959? That makes it 60 years old this year! A man named Joel Spira invented it in his tiny New York City apartment and patented it two years later. It marked the...
Whether we’re putting together plans for the electrical components of our new house or updating the electrical system on an old one, one of the things we think about are the switches and whether or not we want the ability to dim the bulbs in a particular room or rooms...
