Surreality TV: The Curse finds the horror in home renovation shows | US television

Emma Stone, in another life, would have been a good HGTV host. The actor, currently starring on Showtime’s The Curse as an aspiring real estate entrepreneur-cum-lifestyle host, is of course easy to look at: huge, expressive eyes, bright smile and, in the show, hair and clothing that’s not quite derivative but not alternative, either. On The Curse, the hourlong brainchild of Benny Safdie and Nathan Fielder, Stone plays the dual role of Whitney Siegel on and off camera and, in host mode, Whitney is brittle but formidable. She understands the demands of the job: the host must project design knowledge,…Continue Reading

Home improvement retailer wins regional brand award for third time

Home improvement retailer MR DIY is once again World Branding Awards’ (WBA) pick in the Top Home Improvement Regional Award Category. The award recognizes the retailer’s presence in four markets, namely Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines. This is the group’s sixth World Branding Award. In 2022 and 2021, MR DIY took home the WBA’s Regional Award in the home improvement retail brand category and in the three years prior to that, it took home the national award in the same category. The six consecutive awards cement MR DIY’s position as South-East Asia’s No.1 Home Improvement Store. The WBA, organized…Continue Reading

2024 Media Streaming Stats You Should Know – Forbes Home

In an era where digital media consumption has become a significant part of our daily lives, understanding streaming trends is more crucial than ever. As we continue to embrace the convenience and diversity offered by streaming services, it’s important to delve into the patterns and preferences shaping this landscape. To provide insightful and accurate data on current streaming habits, Forbes Home commissioned a comprehensive survey, aiming to capture the essence of America’s streaming culture in 2024. To get a clearer picture of the streaming behaviors and preferences among Americans, Forbes Home partnered with the market research company OnePoll. The objective…Continue Reading

Best of Butler County 2023 winners: Home Improvement

Here are the winners and placers in the Home Improvement category: Categories Winner Best Bathroom Remodeler AllGood Home Improvements Best Commercial/Residential Landscaper Goins Landscaping Best Door & Window Replacement LE Scofield Window & Door Co. Best Drywall Services Pure Drywall Best Garage Door Company Scofield Garage Doors Best Nursery/Garden Center Berns Garden Center Best Pest Control Affordable Pest Control, Inc. Best Place to Buy Cabinets Craftsmen Home Improvements, Inc. Best Place to Buy Heating & Air Conditioning Bartels Heating & Cooling Best Place to Buy Lawn & Garden Equipment…Continue Reading