Introduction Even during normal circumstances, moving to a new state or city on PCS orders is a pivotal and stressful time period in life. And now, the novel coronavirus has upended all aspects of daily life, exacerbating the challenges that come with packing up all your belongings, moving them safely across the country, and settling […]
Decor + Organizing
CORT: Furniture on Your Terms For Your Next PCS
Is there anything better than going through the long, difficult, and back-straining process of packing up your household goods and moving them from one base to another? Yes, obviously. Pretty much everything is better than that. Except, perhaps, for selling all that stuff before you move and then buying the same things all over again […]
Keep your Pets Safe this Holiday Season!
Few things are more purely delightful in the cold, winter weeks of the holidays than snuggling up with a fluffy, fuzzy loved one. We’re, of course, referring to pets here but if “fluffy” and “fuzzy” accurately describe a human loved one then by all means, snuggle up. But as far as pets are concerned, we […]
Home Security for the Holidays
Ah, the holiday season. The time of year when many people travel to spend time with their families and loved ones. Or travel to avoid spending time with families and loved ones. Whatever the purpose, members of the military community are more likely than most to travel for the holiday season. After all, you’re usually […]
Military Holiday Etiquette
Navigating the many traditions, events, and ceremonies that come with this time year can add stress to an already busy time. These simple military holiday etiquette tips will help make the holiday season a breeze. 1. Open Communication So much happens in December: holiday parties, military balls, trips to see family and visitors, etc. Mixups […]
This military husband arranged the best PCS surprise!
5 months of secretly planning A professional design team working round-the-clock for 3 days A completely seamless transition with a touching surprise for the couple Lots of happy tears One surprise reveal of a lifetime! Over dinner with mutual friends this summer, AHRN.com Marketing Executive Lisa Klinkhammer met Eddie and Laura Hutchinson. When the talk […]
10 Home Improvements That Will Pay Off
Extending a home’s living space outdoors is a growing trend for homeowners, and potential buyers are interested in features such as cozy fire pits, inviting patios and pleasant landscaping. But which home projects have the largest payoff in terms of adding value? In late summer and fall 2016, the National Association of Realtors and National […]
Improve You Curb Appeal without Breaking the Bank
Curb appeal. Whether you’re thinking of selling your house or just want to make it more welcoming, it pays to focus on how it looks to the casual observer. The first step to improve your curb appeal: take a walk. Go across your street and take a few photos of your home from a distance. […]
Choosing The Best Window Treatment For Your Style
If your home is anything like the typical family household, it’s hard to keep the kids, pets, frequent visitors and daily signs of wear and tear from your window treatments. Many of my design clients want to know how to choose blinds that don’t bend every time their cat wants to look out the window, […]
Behind the Door Storage Ideas
From an outsider’s viewpoint, smart storage can mean the difference between a normal American family living like hoarders or being models of organized efficiency. AHRN.com has invited Home Depot contributor Emily Lyon to share her strategies for making the most of rental house space by adding storage options behind the door! Some homes have more storage […]