Renovating and remodeling can be an exciting project where you can update and change all of the quirks and frustrations of your current situation. It can also be stressful because there are so many styles, options, price ranges and tough decisions to make. I have worked with home owners while renovating existing kitchens as well…
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Family Rooms That Work For The Whole Family
4 Ways To Create Kid-Friendly Family Room Do you remember your mothers formal living room? It had white carpet with visible vacuum lines and a while floral couch that nobody ever sat in. The kids were never allowed to go into it and it was really only meant for the guests. Living with kids requires a…
Arranging Furniture With A Corner Fireplace
A corner fireplace was probably a great idea back when we had really big tv’s that were as deep as they were wide. The corner fireplace created a great location to stick the tv and not invade your entire living room. via BHG I have the unfortunate luck of moving into a house…
Reduce Upholstery Anxiety With Spruce – Step By Step Guide To Upholstery
A while back I joined in an effort to reupholster a vintage sofa and chair with my sister in law. It sat untouched forever because we were too scared we would ruin it. I remember scouring the internets for tutorials, and there were a few, but the biggest hurdle was that every furniture piece has…
Coffee Table Styling – tips and tricks
When designing a home, I am great at helping people with the finishes. Its my favorite part. To put together the cabinets, flooring, paint, counter tops, window coverings, hardware, lighting, and all the finishing touches. The part I struggle with? Accessorizing. Its tricky because it can be so personal. A living room is the most…