A French Country Home Limestone Fireplace

I have a weakness for Limestone fireplaces. Ok, I said it..now everyone knows my truth. Continue reading “A French Country Home Limestone Fireplace” →

How to Save Thousands by Buying Your Air Conditioning System Direct

Heating and cooling our homes is something most of us take for granted … until we get uncomfortable – then it becomes a priority! Continue reading “How to Save Thousands by Buying Your Air Conditioning System Direct” →

My Failed Attempt at Creating an Outdoor Courtyard Oasis

I had big hopes and dreams for my little courtyard oasis off our back screened in porch. Sadly, my attempt failed miserably and I’m back to square one. Continue reading “My Failed Attempt at Creating an Outdoor Courtyard Oasis” →

Hardscape Design – Replacing Outdoor Patio Steps for Safety Reasons (Part 4)

As part of our outdoor patio renovation project, we tore down and replaced the old steps with newer ones, which allow for a landing once we step outside. Continue reading “Hardscape Design – Replacing Outdoor Patio Steps for Safety Reasons (Part 4)” →

Dining Room Renovation “ORC Final Reveal” Featuring a Mother’s Day Tablescape

It has been 6 weeks since the beginning of the One Room Challenge and I am pleased to  reveal my dining room renovation.  Continue reading “Dining Room Renovation “ORC Final Reveal” Featuring a Mother’s Day Tablescape” →

Dining Room Renovation – Artwork – One Room Challenge (Week 5)

Trying to play catch up this week with our dining room renovation design. I lost a week in the process, since I encountered issues with my deliveries and they weren’t as expected. Continue reading “Dining Room Renovation – Artwork – One Room Challenge (Week 5)” →

Dining Room Renovation – One Room Challenge (Week 4)

This past week has been discouraging…items for my dining room renovation have arrived but I’m not feeling good about the products. Continue reading “Dining Room Renovation – One Room Challenge (Week 4)” →

Dining Room Renovation – One Room Challenge (Week 3)

Going into this challenge, I had specific ideas in my head of how the space would look, but those have changed a bit the more I think about it. Continue reading “Dining Room Renovation – One Room Challenge (Week 3)” →

Dining Room Renovation – One Room Challenge (Week 2)

One Week into the One Room Challenge and the design phase is going strong. Remodeling a room involves so many moving parts; design, construction, and implementation with each phase of the project taking a significant amount of time. Continue reading “Dining Room Renovation – One Room Challenge (Week 2)” →

Tips for Painting Walls Black

Have you ever thought about painting a room in your house black? Maybe a bedroom, bathroom, living, or dining room? We have painted 2 rooms in our home black and I LOVE the moody look it creates. Continue reading “Tips for Painting Walls Black” →

Designing a Professional Home Gym

I often get questions about the home gyms we have designed. Let me shed some light and offer a bit of insight into our thought process, it may help you in designing your next home gym. Continue reading “Designing a Professional Home Gym” →

“Home Wine Cellar” – One Room Challenge – Week 6 The Final Reveal

After 6 short weeks, the time has come for the final reveal of our Wine Cellar or Wine Room! Wow, the time passed quickly. I am thrilled to show you our new space and hope we can inspire you to build your own cellar, wine room, or wine closet.

For a full video tour of the new wine cellar check out my Youtube channel.

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Home “Wine Cellar Design” One Room Challenge – Lighting (Week 5)

Welcome to Week 5 of the One Room Challenge. I can’t believe there is only 1 week left before the final reveal of our Wine Cellar! Continue reading “Home “Wine Cellar Design” One Room Challenge – Lighting (Week 5)” →

Update on the Flagstone Walkway Restoration Project

Over the summer, we finally restored the flagstone walkway that leads to our front door. The project was very involved and took 4 weeks to complete, you can read about it HERE. Continue reading “Update on the Flagstone Walkway Restoration Project” →

Home “Wine Cellar Design” – One Room Challenge – Assembling the Racks (Week 4)

Wowza! What a busy week we have had! The wine racks have arrived and assembly has begun! Continue reading “Home “Wine Cellar Design” – One Room Challenge – Assembling the Racks (Week 4)” →