Several museums have “What is it?” exhibits that display unusual items in the hope that someone will recognize a rarely used specialized tool or a pot for an ethnic dish unfamiliar to us today.
Now that we have awakend from winter’s short, dark days there’s a powerful impulse to let air and sunshine stream into the home. And that means it may be time to change the window coverings. This year, however, many homeowners and tenants alike might assume they can’t afford such a makeover. That would be unfortunate because sunny days do carry a potential psychological charge we could all use.
Like so many things in life, when it comes to purchasing a new handwoven rug for your home having a little education goes a long way.
The scent of honeysuckle and jasmine was incredibly seductive as I made my way to the front door of the home cleverly concealed from the street by a large hedge. Houses in Beverly Hills are lovely that way, accented by flowers and trees bigger than life, no doubt the result of a potent combination of ocean breezes, balmy temperatures and that famous Golden State sunshine forever struggling to break through the ubiquitous brown haze known as smog.
For residents of one Henderson master plan community, the stylings of Europe is available in one neighborhood.
After moving 18 times in their 29-year marriage, William and Dana Wong have finally settled into their home in the gated Bella Fiore neighborhood built by Pardee Homes on The Falls Golf Course at Lake Las Vegas Resort.
Home Energy Rating Systems scores are helping homeowners better understand just how energy efficient their homes are — or aren’t.
Newport Lofts’ open-room interior designs provide homebuyers with the opportunity to create one-of-a-kind residences that meet their unique needs and preferences through design options — the most noticeable of which is moveable walls according to sales agent Sherry Latham.
More existing homes were sold in Southern Nevada during June than during any other month on record, according to statistics released by the Greater Las Vegas Association of Realtors.
The legislative session is now over and many new laws have been passed. Unfortunately, many changes were made behind smoked-filled conference rooms without public comments.
Q: Could you please tell me what the ramifications are if you default but you carry mortgage insurance premium on your home mortgage? Thanks in advance for your help. — Damon B., Las Vegas
According to the Housing Opportunity Index, compiled by the National Association of Homebuilders and Wells Fargo Bank, housing prices are at their most affordable level in two decades.
American West Homes, one of the nation’s largest privately owned homebuilders, is joining forces with NV Energy to increase energy efficiency in all its neighborhoods through the Energy Plus New Homes Program. The program, developed by NV Energy, certifies homes with energy-efficiency standards that exceed state building codes and the well-known Energy Star program.
Rob Evon, sales manager at Tuscan Cliffs, said there has never been a better time to buy a home in Las Vegas. His development at Southern Highland offers a collection of custom-designed estates.
The 51s rallied from a 9-2 fourth-inning deficit but couldn’t quite overcome the host Reno Aces, losing 10-9 Friday night in Pacific Coast League play.
If Frank Mir has proven one thing, it’s the bigger man is not always better in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. But now Mir has to prove it a second time.
One by one, Georges St. Pierre has knocked off each goal he has set for himself in his mixed martial arts career.
Tyler McQuarrie makes a good living doing what he teaches racers not to do on a track.
Adam Morrison was supposed to be the star attraction of the Los Angeles Lakers’ entry in the NBA Summer League. But he wasn’t the only guy wearing purple who caught the fans’ eyes Friday.
JOLIET, Ill. — Kyle Busch is having the type of season most drivers would envy.
JOLIET, Ill. — Joey Logano’s only wrong move Friday night came after the Nationwide Series race.
When it comes to hyping tonight’s Ultimate Fighting Championship heavyweight title fight, Brock Lesnar just wants to let his fists do the talking. He’s not interested in speaking to the media or the fans.
Do you remember the part about a land which should be better and richer and fuller for everyone, about a place with opportunity for all according to ability and accomplishment?
A lot of curiosity surrounds Stephen Curry, the 6-foot-3-inch rookie shooting guard of the Golden State Warriors.
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Family owners of beloved Vegas restaurant involved in wild lawsuit
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