Easy living

Home technology trends shape the future

by Molly Cinquemani

The latest trends in home technology would make even the Jetsons blush. Music, movies, lights, security cameras and locked doors all at the push of a button? Forget waiting around for it - the future of home entertainment is now.

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Home of distinction

Tour raises funds for Make-A-Wish Foundation

by Danielle Jackson

How often does the opportunity arise to view a beautiful home while also helping to raise funds for a worthy cause? Later this spring, head to the Home of Distinction by Rufty Homes - a Durham home constructed through a joint effort between TLConcepts of Kansas City and Rufty Homes Inc. of Raleigh - to do just that.

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Back to the basics

Kitchen designs should allow for flow, comfort, safety

by Mary T. Liebhold, CKD

While style, color and form often take center stage, many of these magazine-cover kitchens have serious flaws. Stunning looks have trumped function at times, and the preparation of a meal can become frustrating and more time-consuming than it should be.

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