According to a 2021-2022 survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association (APPA), 90.5 million families in the United States own a pet. That’s 70% of all U.S. households! If you’re in that majority, and you own a cat or a dog, chances are there are many areas of your house that have been pet proofed. But do you have a pet-friendly bathroom?
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Whether you’re building or remodeling, a new kitchen design requires forethought and planning. Professional chefs and serious home cooks abide by the concept of mise en place. Literally translated as “putting in place”, this is the practice of ensuring all the ingredients and tools the chef will need are on hand. From tong to spatulas, minced garlic to chopped herbs, every squeeze bottle and spoon is carefully laid out within easy reach to minimize wasted effort and maximize time. Having everything in place helps the chef create a culinary masterpiece.
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If you live in the Harrisburg-Carlisle metro area, you’ve undoubtedly noticed that Linglestown, PA is one of the hottest areas for development. According to an analysis by U.S. News & World Report that reviewed data for the 150 largest metropolitan areas in the U.S.. Harrisburg, PA ranks as the 13th best place for retirees to live based on housing affordability, tax rates, health care quality, crime rates, air quality, and the happiness of residents.
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If you’re designing or remodeling a kitchen or bath, it’s important to keep the principle of cohesive design at the forefront of every decision. Garman Builders and Swartz Kitchens & Baths have the expertise to achieve this look – and the award-winning homes to prove it.
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A Swartz kitchen and bath were featured in an award-winning home at this year’s Lancaster County Parade of Homes. Did you know that even master craftsmen and professional builders often work with Kitchen and Bath Designers? Despite – or perhaps because of – their years of professional experience in the industry, they want the benefits of working with a designer to bring their visions for kitchens and bathrooms to life.
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