Have you ever wondered what was behind the closed doors of some of the priciest pads in New York?

Before the year is up many homeowners will decide that a home renovation is the right decision for them. After all, the economy is picking up, home values are once again rising and increasing the comfort an individual feels in a space is never a bad thing.

Winter is almost over - even if Punxsutawney Phil somewhat got the date wrong for most of the U.S. - and you know that that means. Spring is upon us and all of the dirt, mud and sand that comes with it. As the snow melts and the rain showers begin, it's almost impossible to keep a home clean with everyone tracking dirt and grime in - unless you have a mudroom.

A luxury home in the heart of San Francisco has recently been listed as for sale. The San Francisco Gate reports that a Potrero Hill home features all of the classic design structures of an Edwardian-period construction, but the amenities and finishes of a modern property.

Are you on the market for a new home? Or, are you planning to renovate your current home? According to the National Association of Realtors, consumers are interested in customizing the spaces they live in to fit individual styles and tastes.