Bigger homes, bigger costs and energy caveats rise
Across the country larger homes replace older footprints with 4000+ square foot houses. More rooms, high ceilings, and extensive glass boost heating and cooling costs despite energy efficiency. Plan ahead with builder cost summaries and neighbor energy habits to estimate bills and avoid sticker shock.
Decor Tricks Make Small Rooms Look Bigger
Interior design experts say light colors, higher ceilings with crown molding, lighter flooring, and proportionate furnishings can visually expand small rooms. Use longer window treatments, lighter wall tones, and texture over patterns to create perceived space in older homes with 8-foot ceilings and tight layouts.
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Tomatoes Shine In Season At Mercer Tailgate Market
In season produce highlights a Mercer Tailgate Market lineup with vine ripened tomatoes and Italian salad ingredients. Farmers offer green beans beets potatoes squash and cabbage while neighbors share tips on tomato storage ripening and safe preparation for a classic tomato basil mozzarella salad.
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