Author name: Jasmine Higgins

1. Overcomplicated Smart Thermostats Smart thermostats promise energy savings and convenience, but if they’re too complex to use, they become […]

1. Installing Tile Without Considering Grout First-timers often focus on the tile itself and forget that grout color and width

1. Decorative Water Features Fountains, waterfalls, and ornamental ponds add ambiance, but they also waste a surprising amount of water.

1. Decluttering Without Replacing Function Getting rid of excess is great—but if you remove something functional and don’t replace it,

1. Serving Complicated Signature Cocktails On TV, the host whips up a bespoke cocktail with muddled herbs, infused syrups, and

1. Trendy Fixtures That Don’t Match the Home’s Era It’s tempting to throw in the latest matte black faucet or

1. Using Oversized Furniture A chunky console or giant coat rack might look great in photos but can overwhelm an