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Blinds of Change

From Army Life to Shades Business Article by Katelyn Briscoe Local Frank Giunta never imagined he’d be running a blinds and shades business, but after a series of unexpected turns in life, that’s precisely where he found success. As the proud owner of a company growing faster than he could have anticipated, Frank’s story is one of adaptability, perseverance, and a touch of surprise. Out of high school, Frank went to school for architecture, but when he didn’t have the funds to finish school...

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2025 DESIGN TRENDS WITH TRISHA PUENTE

Owner Of Humble Home Designs Shares Style Updates Article and Photography by Earthy, Natural Tones We've seen the bold grays and whites slowly fade out, and this year, you will see a lot more of the earthy, natural tones.  We welcome back the cozy tans and browns, and instead of stark whites, we'll see more of the creamy, softer tones.   Backsplash Trends We're going to start seeing a lot more brick and slab backsplashes. Brick brings back that traditional classic look, and with so...

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OLIVIA CLARKE HOMES AT UPTOWN CELINA

Uptown Living With Downtown Amenities Article by Christine Clark | Photography by Courtesy of Olivia Clarke Homes Uptown… Just north of downtown Celina, a new neighborhood is emerging that offers a home style that is currently unavailable in the area. North Square at Uptown Celina, developed by Rockhill Capital Investments, features an exceptional community of paired homes . These upscale residences balance modern luxury and the charm of Celina's rich county and agricultural history. A...

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PERFECTING HIS CRAFT

Craft Cocktail Bartender, Wilborn Blalock, Brings Celina Into Its HEYDAY Article by Roger Ireland | Photography by Kristi Murry Wilborn Blalock is a rising star in Celina’s burgeoning after-hours scene. While born in Houston, he moved to Los Angeles when he was two and spent his most formative years as a prototypical product of the scene: sun, sports, cooking, movies, and the like. His father was in the music industry, so he had access to “artsy” folks from the start; buskers, actors...