Are you considering a home renovation, starting a new project, or just need some inspiration to transform your space?
We recently spoke with Sharon Gunther, President of Fresh Deign Group Inc. to hear what she had to say on how to stay on track and on budget, while becoming the most successful in completing your home design and renovation plans. 
The key is "the most accurate budgets and successful construction outcomes start with highly detailed plans."
Once you're inspired to start a project follow the tips below.


Image Courtesy:  Sharon Gunther, Digital Rendering By AK

 
1.) Staying on budget starts with detailed plans.
If you are doing a renovation with or without structural changes, you still need a detailed plan in order to:
A. Develop a budget.
B. Guide the…

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Holding on to as much outdoor time as possible? Get out for the day and pick your own apples, pumpkins and seasonal produce  LOCALLY!
Check out the list below for inspiration and be sure to read guidelines for entry and hours in the links below:

Wickham’s Farm
28700 Main Rd, Cutchogue Wickham's
300-acre Fruit Farm dates back to the 1600s and has a variety of U-Pick options for a fun day trip out East!
APPLE PICKING: Enjoy a wagon ride out to the apple picking orchards. Also, there is a retail shop that sells pies, doughnuts, and apple cider. Pick Your Own Pumpkins in October.

Harbes Orchard
5698 Sound Ave., Riverhead
The 8 acre Harbes Orchard has been family run for over 13 generations and features U-pick pumpkins and apples. They also…

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You are starting your home search online, perusing all the top real estate sites like Zillow or Realtor.com, but do you know who you are inquiring with when you hit the contact agent tab?

Do your research and find an agent that you can easily work with and is EXPERIENCED – especially in the areas you are interested in. You will be purchasing one of your biggest assets and you need an agent working for YOU.
This type of agent is called a Buyer’s Agent.

 A Buyer’s Agent is working on behalf of YOU – the buyer. They are working in your best interest. If you do not have a Buyer Broker Agreement with your agent, they will be working on behalf of the seller. Until you have a Buyer Broker Agreement, they are working in the SELLER'S best interests.

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 Staying In This Saint Patrick’s Day? 

Here are our top 10 recipe pics from Good Housekeeping that will get you in the spirit:

CHOCOLATE STOUT WAFFLE SUNDAE:
Brunch like no other!

SODA BREAD:
The quintessential Irish side.

PRESSURE COOKER WINTER SQUASH & LENTIL STEW:
Let the pressure cooker do all the cooking while you relax at home.

PORK CHOPS WITH BALSAMIC-BRAISED CABBAGE & APPLES:
Corned beef not your thing?

CHEDDAR-BEER FONDUE:
Have fun dipping sweet and savory sides.

GUINNESS & IRISH CHEDDAR MACARONI & CHEESE:
Decadent & festive dish sure to please.

GLUTEN-FREE SHEPHERD’S PIE:
Whip up this meat-loaded shepherd's pie for your GF friends and family.

GUINNESS BRAISED SHORT RIB TACOS:
Because…

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Are you overwhelmed by the amount of clutter and need to clean things out in your home?
Follow these simple steps we found on HGTV.com to freshen things up around the house and you’ll be ready to conquer spring cleaning in no time!

  1. For those who don’t switch out curtains seasonally - Dust them off or for a deeper clean, take them down and put in an air fluff dryer cycle for 15 minutes.
  2. To quickly clean window screens - Use a scrap of carpeting. It makes a powerful brush that removes all the dirt.
  3. Wash out trash cans. To really clean garbage cans, spray them with a hose and dump out the water. Next, spray the inside with a disinfectant spray, scrub with a handled brush and rinse. Leave them upside down to dry.
  4. For your kitchen appliances…

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Super Bowl LIV is this week and while not all of us will be paying full attention to the game, we all will be eating.
And dare I say for some of us . . . the food is just as important as the game itself!
For those who don’t want to break their healthy kickoff to the New Year - Check out my suggestions below for some healthy twists on the classics:

The BEST Vegan Mac and Cheese

 

This recipe is from @detoxinista and I found it on LI food influencer’s @thefarebare page.
He suggests to make an extra serving of the sauce and if you want a little crunch to it add on some panko mixed with @earthbalance alternative butter.

 

Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

 This recipe comes from TASTY and is twist on traditional hot wings.
The cauliflower is…

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We’re nearly half way through January - have you stuck with your resolutions?
No matter what your plans are for 2020, it all starts at HOME.
Getting your home, body and mind back in shape will help you out in all aspects of your life.

Check out my suggestions below to help you in the process!

THE HOME EDIT


Need some VISUAL organization INSPIRATION?
THE HOME EDIT will organize ANYTHING for you.
If you're on Instagram and haven't heard of them you NEED TO check them out! #housegoals
With 1.4 million followers @thehomeedit is one of the top Instagram home organization accounts to be following.
They are based in LA, NY & Nashville, with virtual do it yourself options and a Netflix series coming soon.



THE HOME EDIT organizes every space in the…

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Thanksgiving is less than a week away but there is still time for last minute touches to add some extra sparkle to your holiday!

BOLD THANKSGIVING CENTERPIECES

This year toss the classic flower arrangements and create a dramatic Thanksgiving table with a touch of Fall.
Add in pumpkins, fresh produce, and seasonal cabbage to switch things up a bit.
Create a beautiful spread by using the unexpected in place of traditional centerpieces.

For even more color add a Thanksgiving fruit centerpiece to showcase edible seasonal beauty.
Grapes, pears and clementines are bold and beautiful with natural purple, orange and green.

CREATE A RELAXED ENVIRONMENT



Have your guests glow along side natural candle light.
From tea lights to candlesticks, the soft…

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Welcome Fall! As the temps get cooler on the Island Fall Festivals are in full gear. From hayrides and carnival attractions to intricate illuminated carved pumpkins - I have everything you need to plan the most amazing Long Island fall weekends. Check out what is happening around town and close to home this October.

 Long Island Fall Festival

When: October 11th - 14th
Where: Heckscher Park, Huntington
Carnival rides, arts and crafts vendors, international food, beer and wine tent, farmers market and tons of activities for young children.

The Fall Farm Festival

 When: Runs September 21st - October 27th on Weekends & Columbus Day
Where: White Post Farms, 250 Old Country Road, Melville
Enjoy pumpkin picking, hayrides, explore corn fields,…

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Growing Strong: Long Island doesn't fall short on restaurant and bar options, with top-notch dining and tons of entertainment. Huntington is home to staple establishments like Finnegan’s Restaurant & Tap, which has been serving pub fare since 1912. Finnegan’s is the oldest continually operating bar in Huntington. But over the last few months a new wave of local restaurants have set up shop in and around town. Read below to find out more about the new kids on the block!

Huntington

 

Mission Taco

A split between traditional dishes and trendy tacos, Mission Taco brings a chill vibe that is family friendly earlier in the day to a trendy bar scene late at night. Standing apart from the many other Meixan restaurants in and around town, Mission…

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