Project: A 1978 Contemporary Gets New Pella Windows and Sliding Doors! Part 1
As a designer, I often counsel people, "You can't do it all at once." Okay some can, but most of us can not. And we did replace the majority of the windows...
Category Archives: Remodeling
Remodeling and Home Improvement. Projects & Advice.
The Features, Care & Cost of Concrete Flooring vs Hardwood Flooring
Aside from personal preference, there are things to consider when deciding on flooring, including the aesthetic and the intended use of the space. Two popular options for flooring are hardwood and concrete....
Four Things to Consider When Buying Kitchen Cabinets
When designing a kitchen, choosing cabinetry is a pivotal decision. Much of the style and feel of the kitchen is dependent on the cabinets. Color, wood type, detail and finish of the...
Selecting Roof Colors to Complement Brick or Stone Exteriors :: The Top Down Approach
Understanding the different color pigments of brick and stone features are paramount to selecting the right roofing colors. According to color expert Kate Smith, a “top down” approach is needed to select...
Choosing the Best Interior Paint Finish for a Job
Your choice of finishes (aka sheen) is incredibly important. It will determine things like whether the color stands out or fades into the background, and if you have to repaint every time...
Consider Creating an Area Rug with Carpet Tiles
The creative DIY home owner/interior decorator has long known that the versatile carpet tile can be the saving grace for many living spaces where an area rug or runner is desired or...
The Tip of the Rowhome: Baltimore’s Cornices and Working with Aluminum Coil Stock
The zen master, an artist in aluminum, Tom Struble pointed me to this technique. While Stephen R Christopher called out the term "Brick Bend" for me, it was Tom who suggested that...
Creating a Modern Transitional Space :: Create a Modern Feel Using Traditional Elements
Creating a modern space with traditional elements keeps your home comfortable and homey. This transitional style ensures that your space will be classic and elegant. The lines are simple, colors neutral and...
Designing a Contemporary Railing :: Not to be De-Railed the Decor Girl Does Her Railing
As part of our ongoing remodeling project of a rather cool 1978 contemporary house, the latest improvement has been a new exterior railings. Ideally this would have been one of the last...
Mrs Moxie Flips Out :: The Bride of Building Moxie Flips Her First House
This particular house, a Colonial (I guess), sits less than a mile from ours. After a short shopping period, she purchased it for a near rock bottom price . . . after...
Tips for Making the Most of a Tiny Living Space :: Lighting, Furniture Choices & More
At some point in most people’s lives, a small living space, be it a studio apartment, a dorm room, or even parents’ basement or garage, will become “home”. While it’s good to...
Six Strategies for Small Yard Landscaping :: Plan, Plant & Stay Open
Limited outdoor space doesn’t have to limit your outdoor enjoyment. With a little planning and some creative small-backyard landscaping ideas, you can transform your space into a relaxing, functional oasis that pleases...