Space Solutions: Making the Most of a Small Homes

Most of us have too much stuff…including space. Despite a significant decline in McMansion construction as of late, many families reside in quarters designed to house growing collections of shoes, toys, gadgets and more. For others, minimalist living in spaces...

When will we exercise zero-carbon building?

Welcome to the Kleber & Associates blog! When will we exercise zero-carbon building?  Here’s the latest. I read an article recently about The Weidt Group, a Minnesota design team who presented their prototype for a “zero...

Repurposing is recycling

Welcome to the Kleber & Associates blog!  Repurposing is recycling.  Here’s the latest. Inspired by all things green, I keep coming across more innovative repurposing ideas for the home.  (Check out a recent post about giving new meaning...

Urban Suburbia: Can it beat the city?

Welcome to the Kleber & Associates blog! Urban Suburbia: Can it beat the city?  Here’s the latest. Buildings with industrial spice, lofts with exposed brick and a modern flair, boutiques and shops within walking distance… everything you...

Recycled products give new meaning to home décor

Welcome to the Kleber & Associates blog!   Recycled products give new meaning to home décorHere’s the latest. I wrote recently about the great strides Chiquita is making to encourage consumer interaction with its brand by allowing...

Induction Cook tops: worthwhile or bewitching?

Welcome to the Kleber & Associates blog! Induction Cook tops: worthwhile or bewitching? Here’s the latest. I’ve been hearing a lot of buzz about induction cooking recently. Surely you’ve seen Kelly Ripa in the Electrolux commercial dancing around...