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Whitney Houston Lists Her Round House
Whitney Houston has put her 12,561-square-foot, five-bedroom, four-and-one-half-bath Mendham, NJ, house on the market for $2.5 million. The most notable element of the house, which was featured on her short-lived reality show Being Bobby Brown, is that it's entirely round. It also has soaring ceilings and beautiful natural light, but if you have a thing for angles, this house won't do.
Coveted Crib: Eli Manning's Jersey Digs
Electronic House recently toured the home of New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning and his wife Abby in Hoboken, NJ (although he's actually a New Orleans boy), which is decked to the nines in the latest technologies. Although the condo is decidedly high-tech, it's also quite understated, traditional, and sophisticated. To see for yourself, check out this slideshow.
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Casa Verde: Alabama Chanin's Interiors Collection
While I've featured Alabama Chanin before, the design company's site has beautiful new interior pictures that I thought were worth reflecting upon. Alabama Chanin, the collection of designer Natalie Chanin, features clothing and interior decor pieces that strive to be as environmentally sensitive as possible. Organic cotton, natural indigo dyes, and US-made products are all part of the line.
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- This home balances classic and modern influences.— Desire to Inspire
- Improve your fridge with these DIY energy savings.— AT:LA
- Check out these new uses for aluminum foil.— Real Simple
- Discover a new use for old stamps.— Craft
- Use wallpaper as drawer liners.— PointClickHome
- New Jersey now boasts a new solar project.— Forecast Earth
- Check out a strawbale house in the UK.— Inhabitat
Before and After: A Stylish Secretary
I just came across interior designer Eddie Ross's makeover of a beautiful secretary he found at a New Jersey consignment shop, and I couldn't help but share it with you. The Chippendale style of the desk with its graphic grille and shapely top facade is very elegant, but the reddish mahogany veneer was very dated. So, Ross decided to make it over with a fresh coat of his favorite paint, Farrow & Ball's All White, and a mirror fit for behind the grille.
Before and After: An Eco-Oriented Bathroom Remodel
New Jersey residents Mark and Linda Beckelmen decided that it was high time to renovate the bathroom in their 1929 craftsman.They wanted to stick to a reasonable budget, and upgrade the bathroom with green features. As it stood, their bathroom was dated by laminate and wallpaper that needed to go elsewhere — stat.
To see how the couple updated their bathroom, read more
Gift Guide: The Modern Dude
As much as they'd like to think they're "The Man," most dudes need a little help in the décor department. Whether that means they should lose the La-Z-Boy in favor of a classic lounger like this Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman ($3,599), or the blah jersey bed-in-a-bag set that Mom bought at the Macy's One Day Sale in favor of some hip modern stripes, that's for you to decide. But, I wanted to make sure you've got a few options at different price points when shopping for your man (or bro or cous') this year.Are You Offended by This House's Paint Color?
Some communities have ordinances against certain paint colors, and others wish they did after the fact. I personally think that anyone who owns a house should be able to paint it as they please. Some of these New Jersey residents, however, would disagree with me.Eco Chic: Previously Developed Land
No one will tell you that building a new home rather than purchasing one that already exists is environmentally friendly — even if you use salvaged materials. So, if you're considering building a new home, find a lot that's previously been built on. Previously developed land (PDL) that is vacant or unused is a wasted resource.
This Just In: Brett Favre Lists His Wisco Quarters
Quarterback Brett Favre has put his 3,000-square-foot, four-bedroom, three-bath Ashwaubenon, WI, home on the market for $475,000, according to Real Estalker. The property description reads:
Outstanding spacious ranch home on a beautiful landscaped lot. 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and 1st floor laundry.
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