A reader asks for a solution to a home office with lack of privacy for client discussions.  The problem is difficult because of the open floor plan and arched openings of the house. 

I offer 2 solutions, one I like a lot better than the other, that will preserve the feeling of the home and provide privacy while clients visit.  Read about the solutions here -- complete with renderings. 

And again, I invite you to submit your own remodeling and design challenges.  If I think they have broad interest, I will answer with an email and in a future newsletter. 

In my client's Art Deco building, we created abundant storage and in the process made the room feel larger! The feeling of additional space comes from the rich detailing that adds a feeling of depth and from the additional light that’s bounced off the reflective wood work.

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1. White makes a room look larger -- Not True.
2. White is the best color for ceiling -- Not True.
3. White is the best color for displaying artwork -- Not True.
4. White is restful -- Not Necessarily True
5. White is best for sale and rental units -- Not True

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This is the first in a series that shows how dramatically a kitchen remodel can change depending on the client's lifestyle and objectives. Too often, people focus too soon on the details such as appliances or cabinets and fail to concentrate on the lifestyle they want to achieve.

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