Remodeling is a different animal than new construction, at least in the beginning. There are two wild cards to deal with: the surprises and the restraints. Sometimes they are one in the same. The surprises are self-explanatory. Case in point: in our last home, we ripped off a wood wainscot and there was no sheetrock behind it. It's never fun … Read More »
How to Make Smart Decisions and Keep Your Construction Project on Track
When we built our first "dream home", becoming an interior decorator wasn't even on my radar. I had a natural eye for what looked good, but I was naive. I didn't realize how tiring all the decisions would become. By the time I was deciding on style of doorknobs, hinge colors, and light fixtures, I was completely overwhelmed! I would have given … Read More »