Bundle up, it’s getting cold out there!

There’s something about soft outdoor lighting in the fall that makes you want to bundle up with a blanket and watch the colors turn. Now that it’s actually less than 100 degrees here in Texas – and normal temperatures everywhere else – the outdoors are actually tolerable, and homeowners are looking to spend some time outside. Other regions are already experiencing snow, but spending time outdoors is still appealing to so many Americans.

If you’re considering adding a seating area to your yard, you’re going to need a way to light it. Take a look at the following outdoor lighting options, ranging from the romantic flicker of a flame in a fire pit, to ingenious walkway lighting illuminating the path to your doorstep. Then, grab a glass of wine, go outside and get cozy. Click any image below to learn more.

Contemporary garden lighting

Architectural complement

DIY: upside down terracotta pot

Year-round fire pit

Outdoor Japanese lamp

Beautiful porch lighting

Creative use of rope lights

Stairway lighting for front or back yards

Ventless outdoor fire bowl

Pure soft light

Features that Home Buyers Appreciate – Pinterest Edition

When home buyers are searching for homes, they often have a list of must-haves they’re looking for that will make a property a must buy for them. One of the most obvious criterion is space; a buyer wants to be able to envision themselves and their loved ones having enough space to comfortably grow into as time goes on.

But there are five home features that can cause buyers to give a property exceptionally high marks. Read on for our Pinterest home feature roundup, and click any of the images below to visit the original pinned photo on Pinterest.

1. Closet space and storage

Having ample closet space is a must for families and couples. Although this one is obviously custom built, you get the point: no one is attracted to a matchbox closet.

2. Modernity in the kitchen

The kitchen is one of the most popular communal places in the home. Whether enjoying a dinner with your family or a social gathering with friends, a modern kitchen ensures you have the right touches to create an unforgettable experience.

3. Sexy bathroom

A great bathroom allows for serenity after a long day at the office. Large soaker tubs and a spacious shower give an open and airy feel. And double sinks allow individuals to be undisturbed as they get ready.

4. Organized garage

A garage should be large enough to fit multiple vehicles and offer a substantial amount of storage space. Being able to store things away from the elements is valuable over time as residents become settled in the space.

5. Beautiful laundry room

Counter space in a laundry room is a definite value-add as residents can fold and put away as clothes come out of the dryer. An organized work areas also controls clutter, which is desirable in a laundry room.