With peach season coming to a close, I figured I’d round up the last of the peaches I have and enjoy them while they’re still good. Peaches, like many stone fruits, are extremely versatile. They’re commonly found in desserts or breakfast dishes, but they can be used with savory ingredients as well.

It all started with a dream. When Dr. Greg Hahn set out to build a new home for his family in St. Petersburg, Florida, he envisioned a place with where the indoor and outdoor spaces merged seamlessly. He dreamed of being able to walk out of his house and right into the pool. Many times, the pool is built as a separate space from the home. Dr. Hahn’s vision was to integrate the two spaces so that the pool felt just as much a part of his home as the indoor space did.

Today’s homeowners see their landscapes as a source of pride, a refuge for relaxation, and a place to enjoy good times with family and friends. Outdoor landscape lighting brings these spaces to life after the sun goes down, providing an unmatched aesthetic effect while adding safety and usability.

Georgia adopted the Energy Star standards for energy efficiency in 1994, and Alabama adopted them in 2000, but not Florida. Up until recently the Sunshine State was way behind on energy efficiency. Florida finally caught up to other southern states in 2015 by adopting and enforcing Energy Star standards. On June 30, 2015, these changes were made to Florida’s Energy Code and continue to impact door and window manufacturers doing business in Florida. From this point forward, every opening in Florida must meet the Energy Code and Energy Star standards. No exceptions.

The fast pace of city living can be exhausting. At the end of the day, it’s nice to come home and relax in style. This is exactly what a certain young urban professional had in mind when he contacted Closet Factory. He requested a custom entertainment center that would complement his contemporary taste and provide the ideal environment for relaxation.