At the Intersection of Art, Architecture & Design

Residential remodeling and additions, Before and After, Living Large in a Small Footprint, The “Not So Big House”

One of 3 approaches for remodeling a 1933 Center Hall Colonial. This one emphasizes a connection to the outside and casual, family entertaining.

We created abundant master bedroom storage without appreciably making the room any smaller – in fact, the room actually feels larger!

Some thoughts — a combination of prediction and daydreaming — about what green residential remodeling will mean in the mid- and longer-term.

7 examples to convince anyone that using plywood for flooring can be stylish and attractive as a much lower cost option to hardwood.

Kitchen remodeling – much like all remodeling – is about compromise.  It’s always the case that we want more than we can afford.  But it’s particularly so with kitchen remodeling.  We’ve all seen so many luxury kitchens that it’s hard to stay focused on what’s important.  In the shelter magazines, even second homes of folks [...]

A quick guide for selecting bath lighting for your remodeling project

So you’re planning to remodel all or part of your home. You want to be “green” but you don’t know where to start or are confused by all the green product hype.

7 Tips to keep your kitchen remodeling costs under $10,000.

Thinking of a kitchen or bath remodel? Whether you’re going to Do-It-Yourself or hire a contractor, here are 25 vital tips before you get started.

My clients in Takoma Park, MD wanted to remodel a bath shared by 2 teenage daughters.  The bath measures only 6’ x 5’.  Included on their wishlist was a glass shower surround, a shower that will accommodate 2 girls of different heights and adequate storage.
Of course, to keep costs down we kept the toilet and [...]