What Is a Pied à Terre? A Home Away From Home

By Mary O'Neil

If you live in a big city, you’ve probably heard the term “pied à terre,” or maybe you’ve seen one. But what is it, exactly? Are they as fancy as they sound?  A pied à terre is a luxury apartment or condo in a big city that someone uses as their second home. People generally…

What is an Efficiency Apartment? Scaled Down Living Defined

By Mary O'Neil

Efficiency apartments, sometimes called bachelor apartments, are small apartments designed similar to a hotel suite. They’re commonly found in the heart of dense cities like New York, NY or Los Angeles, CA, and have become popular more widely as short-term rental options or as a mother-in-law suite. But are they a good fit for you?…

Give Your Curb Appeal a Boost Before You Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Mary O'Neil

Some Highlights If you’re thinking about selling your house this season, focusing on a few quick and easy updates outside can help your home look its best. 78% of real estate agents polled say poor landscaping affects property values. As a seller, that means your yard could impact your bottom line. When getting your house…

May/June 2022

By Mary O'Neil

  This amazing Organic Green Salad is from 1799 Kitchen & Cocktails at The Harpeth Hotel in Downtown Franklin, Tennessee. This crispy salad is made with fresh field greens, shaved pears, goat cheese, quinoa crunch and topped with dijon vinaigrette.