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A Beautiful Way to Solve Water Problems

A Beautiful Way to Solve Water Problems

  My client had severe water intrusion problems plus out-of-control bamboo planted by a previous owner.  We solved both problems and also created an inviting outdoor space.  I’ll post additional photos later but here’s an brief  “After” and “Before” introduction.   Rock lined swales direct water around the house.  A large gravel drainage field behind [...]

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An Elegant Low-Cost Modern Kitchen

An Elegant Low-Cost Modern Kitchen

Read About the Transition of This Kitchen in a 1950′s Brick Rambler

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A Post-War Brick Rambler Converted to a Salon for Music & Entertaining

A Post-War Brick Rambler Converted to a Salon for Music & Entertaining

Read about the conversion of this post-WWII brick rambler into a Salon for creative people to meet. All Remodeling was done within the existing footprint including a new kitchen, hall bath, and master suite.

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Connecting a 1930's Tudor Revival to the Outdoors

Connecting a 1930′s Tudor Revival to the Outdoors

We added a mere 70 square feet to this 1930’s Tudor revival but dramatically increased the livable space and its connection to the outside.

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A vibrant yet serene bath remodel

A vibrant yet serene bath remodel

We just completed an unabashedly modern bath in this 1864 row house in the Dupont Circle neighborhood in Washington, DC. The bath had been allowed to deteriorate badly (see before image at end). The centerpiece of this bath remodel is a custom glass countertop with integral glass sink.

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Color, Furnishings and Lights!

Color, Furnishings and Lights!

Refreshing your home’s surfaces with paint and fabric can yield a dramatic and remarkable “new” home.

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An Corner Nook for a Space-Saving Eat-In Kitchen

An Corner Nook for a Space-Saving Eat-In Kitchen

I’m planning a corner eating nook for my client and using these examples to get style guidance from her.

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Another Approach to Solar Energy

Another Approach to Solar Energy

I’m intrigued by Solatech Energy’s approach to solar energy — it uses glass roof tiles to capture the heat and to heat water that circulates with the existing heating system.

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Attic Bedroom – An Attractive Space Makes A Sound Investment

Attic Bedroom – An Attractive Space Makes A Sound Investment

An attic bedroom returns a higher value than almost any other remodeling investment. Here are some ideas for planning your new attic get-away.

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Cost vs. Value of Home Improvements

Cost vs. Value of Home Improvements

The market is valuing home improvements that make the most of the existing house – adding space in attics and basements plus making mechanical and safety improvements – upgrading their front entry and replacing major systems like roofs and siding.

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