Waypoints Magazine

Oct 5, 20201 min read

Design & Architecture Edition

There are so many factors that influence housing design. From changes in the social and economic landscape to groundbreaking advances in...

Oct 1, 20203 min read

Are We Closing the Door on Open Floor Plans?

How the Coronavirus Is Changing What We Want in Our Homes Homes have, by necessity, become our everything: not just a place to sleep and...

Oct 1, 20201 min read

How to Set Up a Home Gym

If you can’t get out to the gym, bring the gym home! 1. Find a space. Whether it’s dedicated space you carve out in a garage or spare...

Oct 1, 20203 min read

Could an Accessory Dwelling Unit Solve Your Space Issue?

From an increased interest in suburban and rural living, to the rising popularity of larger homes, to the mutual moaning about privacy...

Sep 30, 20203 min read

The Evolution of the American Home: Architectural Styles Through the Decades

American architecture has followed a unique path throughout history. With different climates and raw materials on hand from those found...

Sep 30, 20203 min read

The Most Influential Architects of the Modern Era

A building is more than a shelter or a place to store things; it’s a reflection of cultural views and values, an artistic expression, and...

Jul 1, 20201 min read

The Most Popular Kitchen Trends in 2020

The one thing homeowners seem to want the most is to have their dream kitchen. A brand-new kitchen is the most sought-after home upgrade,...

Jul 1, 20203 min read

5 Stunning Outdoor Kitchens That’ll Make You Swoon

Let’s face it: We’ve been stuck at home this year perhaps more than ever before. When your primary getaway is your backyard patio, you...

Jul 1, 20203 min read

How to Create a Functional Kitchen Workspace

The kitchen is often called the heart of the home. We cook there, stand over the sink to eat there, and possibly do homework, office...

Jul 1, 20204 min read

6 Essential Kitchen Tools You Should Splurge On (and a Few You Shouldn’t)

A lot of us have seen the inside of our kitchens more in the past six months than we have in the past two years! While you were whipping...

Jul 1, 20202 min read

Butternut Squash Glazed Tart

Look for a squash with a long neck when you shop for this vegetable, and prepare yourself for a surprise — this Butternut Squash Glazed...

May 7, 20202 min read

What It Really Costs to Maintain a Home Each Year

What’s the difference between home improvements and home maintenance? What does the average homeowner spend on each? Take a look at the...

May 7, 20203 min read

4 Home Upgrades for Low-Maintenance Living

We’ve all got that one high-maintenance friend who makes it all about them. The relationship requires tons of time and energy to...

May 7, 20204 min read

Beware These Common Contractor Scams

Hiring the right contractor for a home renovation project requires careful consideration. We’ve all heard a horror story or two about...

May 7, 20201 min read

Home Maintenance Activities That Pay Off … Big Time!

By keeping up with low-cost home maintenance and repairs now, you'll end up saving money in the long run. Here are a few basic home...

May 7, 20201 min read

Maintenance Motivation

Keep yourself and your house in good shape with these calorie-burning maintenance tasks! Painting Inside the house: 136 calories Outside...

Feb 21, 20202 min read

The Growing Popularity of LEED-Certified Homes

As more people seek out ways to reduce their environmental footprints, green homes are becoming increasingly popular. Conventional homes...

Feb 21, 20203 min read

Sustainable Tourism: Minimizing Your Footprint Around the World

Can you be as eco-conscious when you travel as you are at home? In an increasing number of destinations across the world, the answer is a...

Feb 21, 20203 min read

Home Energy Alternatives of the Future

Considering the significant amount of energy that we use at home, we should all be looking for ways to introduce renewable energy into...

Feb 21, 20203 min read

Why Energy Score Matters When Buying a Home

When shopping for a new home, what’s the main number people tend to focus on? Listing price. Determining whether a listing price is fair...