David Deem 714-997-3486 Dave@DeemTeam.com With more people cooking at home than ever before, the kitchen has taken on added importance in our daily routine. As a result, many homeowners have experienced a shift in style and design preferences when it comes to the heart of their home. Here are several emerging kitchen trends that ensure your cooking space meets all of your needs. Truly Professional Grade The term “professional grade” is often overused, but these days it’s perhaps the best way to describe the cutting-edge appliances that homeowners are bringing into their kitchens. High-end ranges boasting sous vide mode and combi-steam ovens, for instance, bring meal possibilities that were once only available to professional chefs right into your home. Stylish Appliances The functionality isn’t the only thing that’s getting an upgrade these days. Appliances are also taking on an exciting new look, as evidenced by Samsung’s chic BESPOKE Refrigerator collection that can be customiz...

  David Deem 714-997-3486 Dave@DeemTeam.com Photo by Shelf Confident   “Anytime you add usable living space to the home, you increase its value,” DiClerico says. “That’s true now more so than ever given all the time we’re spending at home.” Making an addition to your home might not be realistic. But smaller improvements, like adding a pantry in the kitchen, a new storage unit in the garage, or even closet organizers, add valuable storage space to your home and will pay off when you’re ready to sell. www.DeemTeam.com DRE#01266522

David Deem 714-997-3486 Dave@DeemTeam.com It never seems to fail that kids acquire more toys than parents can keep up with. While it can be good to cull through toys once-in-a-while to prevent against excess that causes clutter, there is a lot to be said for good toy storage practices. Great toy storage solutions can ensure that your children can access their favorite toys without creating a mess too big for them to handle. These savvy solutions may be just what your home--and your children--need to keep toys and books cared for and contained. Pegboard Organizer Keeping toys out of the way but still easy to access is always a challenge. Pegboards are the perfect solution to this issue. Toys can be in view at all times but hung up utilizing vertical space. This is an excellent solution for kids of any age, since it’s so easy to put items back after use. Hang up nerf guns and swords, badminton rackets, art supplies and more! Picture Ledges Not just for pictures, these slim shelves serve ...

David Deem 714-997-3486 Dave@DeemTeam.com If you’re in the process of moving, have recently downsized, or have a family member moving in, you may be out of space and in need of a storage unit. Before you tuck away your possessions, however, make sure you know the ins and outs of selecting a reliable storage unit. Consider this wise advice from the Better Business Bureau (BBB): - Before rushing out to rent a unit, spend some time figuring out exactly how much space you’ll need. Gather all the items you plan to store to get an idea of how large a unit you’ll need. Be sure to factor in additional space to be able to move around comfortably within the unit and easily access your belongings at any given time. - What type of environment will your items need to be stored in? For example, are you storing artwork or antiques that could be affected by high temperatures? Wooden furniture that’s sensitive to moisture? Circumstances like these will require you to find a storage unit ...

David Deem 714-997-3486 Dave@DeemTeam.com Whether you’ve got a rustic cabin in the country or a streamlined pad in the big city, your current living situation may not involve lots of square footage. If that’s the case, becoming super savvy about storage is a must. Here are six organizational solutions for your small space that will help house your belongings without making your environment feel cramped or cluttered. 1. Buy containers that double as furniture, such as storage ottomans that can be tucked under a table when not in use then pulled out for extra seating when needed, or a vintage steamer trunk or wooden crate that also stands in as a cool coffee table. 2. Think outside the box and place a piece of strategically selected furniture in the bathroom, such as a small chest of drawers or a tall, but not too deep, shelving unit. Use the piece to house towels, bed linens, shower supplies, cosmetics and any other items appropriate for the bath and boudoir. 3. Fill up a...

David Deem 714-997-3486 Dave@DeemTeam.com If you're looking to organize and store items in your garage, then you need to have a plan. The last thing you want is to not have enough room to park your own vehicle in your garage.Here are five garage storage hacks that will allow you to maximize space while keeping everything in order: Garage Shelving One of the easiest ways to store a large number of items in your garage is by installing shelving. The good news is that shelving systems are easy to assemble. A good shelving organization tip is to put the heaviest items on the bottom. This will lower the center of gravity of the shelf. Also, you'll be able to easily access the heaviest items. You can find garage shelving systems at most home improvement stores. Storage Bins If you want some flexibility, then you will want to get a number of plastic storage bins. You'll be able to store large and small items in these bins. Also, you will be able to store these bins...