Spring brings hope, health, and plenty of construction. I thought it would be fun to share with you a project that we have been working on since July 2020. This modern steel farmhouse boasts strong elements of custom steel highlighted as exposed structure in the kitchen, great room, monorail stair system, and cantilevered decks. My… Continue reading April Newsletter
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Is Color Back?
Yes! Finally, the color is back! I love color and I’m never afraid to use it, but over the last 10 years or so the fear of color was a very real thing by homeowners. Remember the color, color, and color of the ’90s? Maroon, green and gold walls all on the same floor. Or… Continue reading Is Color Back?
What is Trending in Tile?
Do you love tile as much as I do? Tile brings inspiration, style, mood, and function to any space. Installation is expensive so you might as well pay for the tile that you want, it won’t break the bank. And if it is crazy expensive, then use it as an accent. How about we learn… Continue reading What is Trending in Tile?
What is Under Your Walls?
Do you know what is under your walls? Most people don’t give a second thought to what is under their walls, why would you? Well, when under construction, it’s important to make your material selections early so that when they are roughing in the electrical and plumbing it can be done right the first time.… Continue reading What is Under Your Walls?
Materials in March
March always brings longer days with more sunlight and this year a ton of much-needed hope. It also brings a ton of work as we specify building materials for our clients. Selecting materials is a complex process and essential to keeping the project moving forward in an efficient manner. Let’s dive into the process… Continue reading Materials in March
Time to Design your Landscaping!
Did you know that it’s time to start your landscape design? Yup, that’s right. It’s winter and it’s design time! And…I love landscape design! What is involved in the landscape design process? Budget: let’s just say whatever you think it will cost … double it (maybe even triple). Timeline: If you are trying to… Continue reading Time to Design your Landscaping!
What’s the Deal with Black windows
Do you love black windows? Well, if you do, I am right along with you. I find them to be crisp, clean, and inspiring. Why? Well, one reason is that they are actually historic. Historic windows were painted black with a white sash and we can reproduce that window to the very detail in… Continue reading What’s the Deal with Black windows
Paint Colors to Inspire
The colors of your walls stand to impact mood, design aesthetic, and overall space theme. Choosing the right color is imperative to creating the space that you are trying to accomplish. Here are some inspirations in finding that color that you have been searching for: Benjamin Moore is always my go-to favorite for quality… Continue reading Paint Colors to Inspire
Why Open Floor Plans Work
Do you enjoy an open floor plan when experiencing a space? Creating an open floor plan is a consistent request from my clients and it makes sense for modern living. When renovating a home that was designed to have formal rooms, we are often taking down walls and installing structural beams to open up space… Continue reading Why Open Floor Plans Work
Design Challenges Well Worth the Effort
This new construction cape was a challenge worth all the effort! At the beginning of this project, we were up against the city for requiring a demolition permit for removing the existing building structure. There was a lot, I mean a lot of neighborhood contention with this project, and the city struggled with ordinances and… Continue reading Design Challenges Well Worth the Effort