A two-toned kitchen gives you that open, airy, light feel while still keeping that classic dark look that so many people love. Click through to see some advice I gave a recent reader question…..
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These irregular angles at the ceiling are accentuated with the different finishes and crown at the top of some of the walls. See how to get a more cohesive look.
When To Match Your Ceiling To Your Walls [Angled Ceilings]
When is it a good idea to match your ceiling to your walls with the paint color, wallpaper, or finish?
I recently had a design consultation and it brought to mind a situation that I’ve mentioned in various blogposts here, but failed to sort of give it the headline it deserved. See what I advised in this consultation…..
Read MoreMixing wood tones in the architectural envelope of your home takes some skill and finesse.
How To Use 2 Different Wood Finishes In The Architectural Envelope Of Your Home
I love to see 2 different wood finishes (or maybe more) layered in, thoughtfully, carefully in a home’s interior architectural envelope.
However, I don’t like seeing a muddy mess or a near miss on these expensive investments in a home on materials like flooring, cabinetry, paneling, trimwork, etc.
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More Help For Your Travertine Floor Problem! [Warm Toned Color Palette]
Are your existing travertine floors wrecking your design plan for a fresh, modern look home? Are you thinking the only option is to rip them out? Well, you might be surprised to see this……
Read MoreWhite painted kitchens are so popular and the update done to this home caused it to sell FAST!
White Paint Rules For Home Sales - Flip House Before And After Pics
“White paint is best for home sales!” That was a text I sent a friend recently who was asking about painting all the trim in their house. They wanted to make a good investment toward resale, that might happen in the next few years. Today, I’m sharing before and after pics of that flip house one of the contractors I work with did last year. It turned out great and sold right after it went on the market for full asking price! And yes, we used white paint……
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