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8 Ways to Make Friends with Your Neighbors
Moving is hard. Not only do you have to confront all your stuff, but you also have to leave the comforts of your previous neighborhood and start anew with brand new humans. And making new friends as an adult isn’t easy. But you know what? The effort is soooo worth it.
How to Get Your Home Ready for Summer
Summer is more than outdoor adventures, BBQs, and pool days. It’s also the time to take care of some critical maintenance around the house. And if you’re anything like us, you’re not exactly looking forward to it.
But never fear! This blog has everything you need—from cleaning motivation to the tasks you need to complete come the first week of summer.
Life in Denver: Mayfair Neighborhood
Just five miles southeast of the city center lies Mayfair, an eclectic area central to some of Denver’s best architecture, businesses, and eateries. Described as cozy and progressive, this under-the-radar neighborhood is sure to please residents and visitors alike!
6 Reasons to Eat More Plants
For the meat-eaters out there (like us), it can be hard to imagine a life without our favorite meals: hamburgers, steaks, and fried chicken. But here’s the thing: Eating meat isn’t all that great for our bodies or for our planet.
11 Ways to Manage All Your Stuff Before You Move
The process of discerning, purging, packing, and moving is a real… ummm… character builder. That’s why we curated this list—to help you start the de-stuffing process with a plan that works!
Life in Denver: Curtis Park Neighborhood
This charming neighborhood has everything—from eclectic architecture and popular music venues to craft beer bars and some of the best eateries in Denver. Here are 8 reasons to love Curtis Park.
11 Great Things to Do in Colorado
As warmer weather approaches, it’s time to appreciate all our great state of Colorado has to offer! From the Rocky Mountains to the Mile High City, there’s no shortage of things to do. Here are some of our faves…
Three Things Zillow Won’t Tell You
When you decide to start looking for a new home, the process becomes all-consuming.
One minute you’re just casually searching. Next thing you know, you’ve downloaded too many apps, spent too much time scrolling, and signed up for waaaaaay too many emails.
If you’ve ever had 4,000 tabs open—all hoping that Zillow or Trulia has your next big thing waiting for you—this post is def for you.
Life in Denver: Athmar Park
“The best little known neighborhood in Denver,” according to its community association, Athmar Park has a ton to offer: a young-and-active vibe, multicultural energy, and some of the most charming (and affordable!) mid-century modern homes in the metro area.
And some of the best pho you’ll ever have in your whole entire life. But we’re getting ahead of ourselves…
How to Make Your Home an Oasis
We spend so. much. time in our indoor spaces—cooking, eating, sleeping, relaxing, working, and *cough* the bedroom stuff. Often, our homes are places to escape the hustle and bustle of the outside world.
Your home should be an oasis—a sanctuary where you can find peace and calm whenever you need it. If that’s not how your home feels right now, It’s time to take it back, one step at a time!
How to Spruce Up Your Home’s Entrance (and Increase Its Value)
The entrance to your home is the space people first come into contact with. And just like when you meet someone at a party, first impressions of your home are everything.
In fact, curb appeal is a bigger deal than many homeowners realize. Improving how your home looks from the outside can increase the value of your home by up to 7% of the sale price.
Our New Dwell Denver Gifting Plan
Like most folks, we’ve found ourselves spending the last couple of years in reflection mode. Over and over again, we sat down, got super serious, and asked ourselves, “What really matters to us?”
The more we thought about it—and the more the world around us kept changing—we kept coming back to this: Connection.
Life in Denver: Virginia Village
Virginia Village began small, but it’s now blossomed into southeast Denver’s most populous neighborhood. In recent decades the primarily residential neighborhood has seen a boom in commercial developments, adding even more charm and draw to the area..
6 Ways to Save the Planet During Your Next Home Remodel
Like many things we do as human beings, remodeling can wreak havoc on the planet.
It turns out lots of stuff in our homes is pretty toxic. For example, Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are chemicals found in almost everything we use to build and maintain our homes.
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Spring cleaning is upon us. And if you’re anything like us, you’re pretty much dreading it.
Whether it’s actually doing the tasks at hand or the planning and prep you hate the most, spring cleaning and maintenance can be a real buzzkill.
For the planning-isn’t-really-my-thing folks out there, this blog is def for you.
Life in Denver: Washington Park Neighborhood
Washington Park—affectionately dubbed “Wash Park” by the locals—is one of Denver’s most beloved neighborhoods. It draws retirees, young families, and singles alike to its beautiful scenery, historic architecture, and fantastic amenities.
Our Favorite Sustainable Products
If you’re anything like us, you get stuck in this all-or-nothing mentality when it comes to sustainability. Either you’re 100% zero-waste or what’s the point, right?
But the truth is, even tiny swaps can make a big impact on our environment.
8 Things You Need to Make a Homeowner’s Insurance Claim Less Stressful
According to the Insurance Information Institute, home insurance claims are relatively rare–only 5 in 100 homes each year. But if you’re among the unlucky 5%, life can get massively complicated. Navigating the homeowner’s insurance claim process is long, difficult, and stressful.
These tips will help you help your insurance company.