Houzz Tour: Tribeca Through and Through
When architect Jane Kim first encountered this Tribeca attic, the majority of the traces of its origins were not exposed (the early 20th-century construction was formerly a commercial warehouse). Her clients wanted to get that industrial atmosphere back, while keeping…..
Brass and Gold Accents Make a Comeback
I’m going to head out on a limb and say I’m digging all of the warm brass and gold you see utilized as fixtures and hardware in the home today. I never thought I would say that. In fact, even…..
Gift Guide: Gadgets Go Retro
Some self-described early adopters out there find themselves lost the days of simpler technology. Whether he’s poring over records and cassette tapes or she’s staring longingly at used book stores using a Kindle within her handbag, odds are you know…..
Great Design Plant: Red Kangaroo Paw
Kangaroo paw is seen in gardens and for good reason. Itversatile’s simple to develop, and has flowers. Pick red kangaroo paw (Anigozanthos‘Red Cross’) for additional benefits of dimensions, cold hardiness, and spectacular red blooms. Plant in autumn to give the…..
Easy Ways to Dress Up Your House for Fall
You do not have to spend the big dollars to decorate for every new year. There are several ways to pinch pennies and still achieve great seasonal décor. The trick is using objects available, and then supplement with a few…..
Street Smart: New Ways With the Zigzag
Chevron patterns are topping the trend graphs for many seasons. And while some routines seem dated after reaching popularity status, the chevron pattern has pretty much become a classic. A whimsical, daring statement is made by these stripes that are…..
House Foundation Types
Every house must be built on a strong foundation. The foundation is perhaps the most important part of any structure. It’s the solid ground that every building stands on. There are three main types of foundation repair Little Rock that…..
Houzz Tour: Tudor Grove
For the previous 3 years, the Tudor Grove farm at Charlottesville, Virginia, was possessed and changed from architectural salvage enthusiast Camille Price. Elements of this large brick farm home date back into the early years of the 19th century, and…..
Help! I am My Child, a Minimalist
From the moment you step through my front door, you understand that kids outnumber the adults in my property. For the previous four years, toys and playthings have overrun almost every area of the house. There are water toys in…..
Modern or Contemporary: What Is the Difference?
What is the distinction between modern and contemporary architecture? Why the distinction? In their most literal,”contemporary” is the design being produced today, the structure of this moment. “Modern” architecture contrasts with the past — specifically the conventional styles of prior…..