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TileBar Comes to Knox-Henderson — and It’s Not Just for the Trade

By Elaine Raffel | February 11, 2026 |

TileBar may have built its reputation with designers, but one thing was crystal clear at the brand’s Knox-Henderson grand opening last Thursday. This showroom is just as much for homeowners as it is for trade pros.

There are Things Going On Inside This Nevada Home That Have to Be Seen to Be Believed

By Mimi Perez | February 11, 2026 |

There are times when I make up stories about the people who live in the homes I write about. It is the only way I can make their choices make sense to me. I absolutely had to do that this week because there were some things that were a little much, and then there were…

Meadows Garage Doors: The Garage Glow-Up Is Real

By Daniel Lalley | February 10, 2026 |

With innovations across just about every space, the way we experience our homes is evolving. From ensuite spa amenities to elaborate entertainment systems, there’s no limit to the level of luxury you can summon. However, not all upgrades are created equally. With fickle design trends and fast-moving state-of-the-art standards, it’s difficult to determine which rooms…

More Listings, Fewer Closings: D-FW Home Buyers Remain Cautious, Reports Show

By Charles Grand | February 10, 2026 |

Home prices in the D-FW housing market showed mixed movement last month as rising inventory and longer selling times had their different impacts on the various submarkets. MetroTex Association of Realtors’ latest reports for the month of January showed that the median home price across the Metroplex fell by 2.9% year-over-year, clocking $375,000. Closed sales…

What Made This Roofer Different: Attention to Details That Others Missed

By Mimi Perez | February 10, 2026 |

Yesterday, I told you about the roof we needed — and the months of bids, no-shows, and dead ends that followed. The right roofer came through an unexpected recommendation from my hairstylist: her friend April, a professional makeup artist who founded her own roofing company. The first week of January, April Santiago with Bootstrap Roofing…

Why Self-Care Might Be the Best Valentine’s Day Gift of All

By Elaine Raffel | February 10, 2026 |

Valentine’s Day comes with cliché-packed cards, overpriced prix-fixe dinners, and cellophane-wrapped roses — not to mention a lot of expectations. Instead, let’s flip the switch. This year, why not focus on the longest relationship you’ll ever have: the one you have with yourself.