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Know which essentials to pack in your bag for a weekend trip to the water.   Summer is finally here, and that means it’s time to plan your next trip to the beach. A weekend getaway to a coastline is the perfect way to rest, relax, and rejuvenate. Whether you plan on traveling solo or with friends, this beach packing list covers all the essentials you’ll need to take to the beach.   Get Organized Before you even start packing, start to organize your plans. Will you want to play a game on the sand? What about snorkeling or surfing? Once you figure out a [...]

Help your lawn beat the heat this summer by following proper lawn maintenance.   Lawn maintenance during hot and dry weather is essential for green, lush, healthy grass. While grass can tolerate a little heat, it will dry up and turn an unsightly brown if left unchecked for too long. Practice proper lawn care all summer long to keep your front yard looking the best in the neighborhood.   Create a Watering Schedule One way to practice lawn maintenance is to set up a consistent watering schedule. However, overwatering is not the answer. A good rule of thumb to keep in mind is that turf [...]

Spring cleaning usually conjures up images of dusting, mopping, and all those tasks designed to nix dirt and grime. However, organizing your home can be a vital part of creating a peaceful abode. Instead of overwhelming yourself, break your home organization tasks into smaller projects. Here are the tips and tricks you need to best organize your kitchen cupboards. Out with the old One of the easiest ways to make space in your kitchen cupboards is to eliminate anything old, broken, or unused. Whether it’s food items or kitchen appliances, listen to the following — if it hasn’t been touched in ages and/or is expired, [...]

Patterson Company, a premier home builder based in Williamson County Tennessee, has created exceptional homes throughout Middle Tennessee for over 10 years. Learn more about Patterson Company’s founder, Wes Patterson.   Wes Patterson is a Tennessee native who grew up in Knoxville. From an early age, Wes has been involved in the custom home building industry, initially introduced through the family business. Leveraging his early experience, Wes gained 15 years of corporate experience with a Fortune 250 company developing neighborhoods and building homes throughout Middle Tennessee. He then took the knowledge he gained and started Patterson Company in 2009. Wes was able to blend his [...]

Whether you’ve been known to kill a cactus or believe you could grow an orchid in a desert, spring is the best time to try out your green thumb. Looking for some plant inspiration and guidance? Check out these helpful plant suggestions. Best starter plant for plant killers Snake Plant (Sansevierias) Snake plants are great for people who tend to forget that plants need care. Low light? No problem. Irregular watering schedule? No worries. This plant is a champ when it comes to surviving, even when it seems its owner may be trying to destroy it. Traditional snake plants have tall, thin, sword-like green leaves. [...]

When building a new home, prospective owners have a lot of freedom in design. One of the decisions buyers need to make is where to put their bedroom. Here’s what you should consider when choosing between a first-floor owners’ suite or a second-floor owners’ suite. What is an owners’ suite? Any bedroom with an attached, private bathroom is a suite, while owners’ suites are the largest and most luxurious suites in a home. As multi-generational homes become more common, it will not be unheard of to see a home with more than one bedroom labeled as an owners’ suite — this is not the norm. [...]

Located less than a half-hour south of downtown Nashville, Old Hickory Crossing in Cane Ridge is the perfect place to find great property values with nearby city convenience. Homeowners in Old Hickory Crossing love how close the community is to local restaurants, shopping, and entertainment, while retaining an abundance of nature and green space in the neighborhood. Homes in Old Hickory Crossing range from 1,600 to 2,600 square feet with three to five bedrooms per home — many with a first-floor owner’s suite. These homes are expected to be priced starting in the low $400,000 range. Home shoppers looking for one-story living with a spacious [...]