Raindrop on roses and whiskers on kittens, these are a few of my favorite things… just kidding, but they actually are, yet I doubt you care. My favorite things in the design world, you might care about so let’s give it a try… TILE Subway (all shapes, sizes and colors), 24×24 porcelain, 12 x… Continue reading These are a Few of My Favorite Things
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Why Gardens Bring Health to You & Your Home
It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of foundation plantings. As a matter of fact, I usually draw in the foundation plantings before presenting the first rendition of the design to my clients. Let’s face it, foundation is ugly, and plants are pretty. But besides “pretty” they also can provide a great deal of… Continue reading Why Gardens Bring Health to You & Your Home
Staying Sane in a Crazy World
Mother Nature is saying, it’s time to slow down. I’m finding slowing down, living mindfully, and being gentle with myself to be rewarding and centering… I also find myself feeling a little lost. I’m not sure why but I feel really busy so focusing on slowing down in an intentional way is very important… Continue reading Staying Sane in a Crazy World
Home Improvements for While You are Home During Coronavirus
Are you looking for some home improvements projects that you can do while you are in quarantine with Coronavirus? There is no doubt that this is a crazy and difficult time for everyone and staying focused is difficult. But along with eating right, exercising outside, breathing deep and focusing on the positive, being productive is… Continue reading Home Improvements for While You are Home During Coronavirus
Prayer Ties
I’m inviting you and my community to make and hang the prayer ties outside your home or business as a symbol of prayer, peace, gratitude and support. At this time of social distancing, I want to emphasize contemplative insights and practices that help us heal our sense of separation and isolation, promote connection and awaken… Continue reading Prayer Ties
6 Key Morning Routines to Keep You Going During COVID-19 Crises Lockdown
Have you established your new morning routine for this COVID19 lockdown? I have found my new routine is setting my mind straight and ready for the day. On March 6th, we went on vacation to the Bahamas, meeting our daughter, Kate who goes to KU for her spring break then my other daughter, Elle joined… Continue reading 6 Key Morning Routines to Keep You Going During COVID-19 Crises Lockdown
How To Create a Spiritually Healthy Home
During this time of “Lockdown” it is vitally important to create a home that feels safe and spiritually balanced. Even going to the grocery store is stressful so be intentional about setting up your home to be a relaxing relief from the anxiety and stress of the world right now. When designing a home,… Continue reading How To Create a Spiritually Healthy Home
How ADH is adjusting to the “New Normal” of COVID-19 Pandemic
There is no doubt that this is an incredibly stressful and anxiety-filled time in America with the COVID-19 pandemic. We are all handling it in very different ways despite the fact that we are all in this together. The design and building industries are intimately linked to the economy. Throughout my career, I’ve been through… Continue reading How ADH is adjusting to the “New Normal” of COVID-19 Pandemic
The Rewards of Refinishing Cabinetry
Do you love your cabinetry? If not, refinishing your current cabinetry is a great option rather than replacing it. In this featured project, the cabinetry was originally installed in 2010 and the homeowner never liked it. But, since they had just completed a huge renovation project and they “just wanted to move in” (a feeling… Continue reading The Rewards of Refinishing Cabinetry
Why an Electrical Plan is Important
Do you know why an electrical plan is so important? If you guessed to save you money, you are right! Typically, we draw the electrical plan as part of the construction drawings so that the contractor can get a rough estimate from the electrician prior to starting construction. Once the electrician has been selected from… Continue reading Why an Electrical Plan is Important