In a world where crafting and DIY projects have become more prevalent than ever, it only makes sense that women have created a personal, modern-day sanctuary where they can bring their hobbies to life. The new term “she shed” has been showing up in home and garden magazines and home improvement TV shows everywhere. Think of it as a home away from home that is within walking distance of your house.

While winter has arrived, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the nature that surrounds you from the comfort of your home. One way to enjoy nature during the winter months is to add a four season room to your home.

Spending time outdoors with family and friends is always relaxing and enjoyable. The only problem is that most families in the United States aren’t able to enjoy the outdoors year round. Adding a sunroom addition onto your home is the perfect way to extend the seasons and your living space.

Sunroom windows are an important feature because they can make up 75 percent of the room, depending on the design. Options to consider include transparency, durability, beauty and, in some cases, versatility to open or slide. There are three main considerations that factor into your options for sunroom windows: the window type, the glass and the material used for construction.

Expanding your home's square footage with an addition is an exciting way to add living space. Several options exist, including screened-in porches, three season rooms & all season rooms. Each type of addition has its advantages & disadvantages. Screened-in porches are great during nice weather but not usable when temperatures drop too low.

If you purchased a split level home when you first started out, it probably seemed like plenty of space at the time.Now it might seem too small. You've thought about moving, but decided you’d rather renovate than move. Fortunately, there are some great options for split level home renovations.

Adding a porch or sunroom is a great way to gain extra square footage in your home. While this not only adds value to your home, it also is an easy and affordable way to enjoy your natural surroundings. However, simply building a sunroom shouldn't be where the process ends.

Whether on the East Side near Beachwood, the West Side by Westlake, or even Downtown, the city of Cleveland has so much to offer. Built on a legendary foundation of hard work, innovation, and undying faith in their sports teams, Cleveland is a true gem on the banks of Lake Erie. Hometown experiences like the West Side Market, the Rock 'N Roll Hall of Fame and restaurants that foodies' dreams are made of are all the reasons homeowners choose Cleveland.

Is your porch looking old and tired? Front porch repair can be as simple as replacing a few weathered boards and adding a new coat of paint. With the right mix of furnishings, décor and other aesthetics, this can be your family’s favorite place to gather. There are other changes to consider that may make the front, or back, porch a more usable and comfortable space that your family will love.

Seasonal décor will make your home feel more welcoming all year round.  Decorating your home has a wonderful impact during the gloomy winter months when our souls are hungry for color and visual interest. Decorating the porch in winter can seem daunting, especially if you live in a cold climate where it’s impossible to keep outdoor plants alive from November through March.  Don’t worry about that though, even without live plants there many options to choose from depending on the type of porch you have and what inspires you.