Nob Hill mouse house featured on houzz.com
There's a Mouse in the HouseRemodeling, decorating, and more ∨Browse living room ideas, from a sectional sofa to unique chandeliers and lamps, for your next interior design project.For small bathroom...
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Can't-go-wrong paint color palettes
PRODUCT LINESMiller Colorevolution (the replacement for Devine Color) Earlier this year, Miller Paint Co. discontinued use of the Devine Color trademark its licensing agreement with Valspar Corp....
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Our living room
I thought you might enjoy seeing what is happening at my own house. Our house is new (not my own design -- we bought an already built home for the location). So, my challenge has been to add a...
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Decorating With Family Treasures
CREATING A THEMED DISPLAY WITH A SHADOW BOXWe have a bunch of old optometry-themed pieces. I used to display the stereoscope with a single card before we moved, first on top of the piano then on top...
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3 FAVORITE WALL COLORS
RICH-BUT-NOT-TOO-DARKBenjamin Moore 'Jackson Tan,' as seen here in our Queen Anne kitchen. It is also beautiful in a bedroom (even a smallish one). ©Dale Lang, 2006 AIRY-BUT-NOT-GIRLYBenjamin Moore...
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HOME PLANS FROM LONG AGO
I found this great little treasure when browsing at an antique store the other day: "House Plans for Everybody" by S.B. Reed, Architect, published in 1896. On the title page, it reads, "For Village...
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REJUVENATION'S ANNUAL SALE
For all my vintage homeowners... and those who love classic style fixtures, Rejuvenation is having their annual sale: 15% off American Classics Lighting.
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AUTUMN IN THE NORTHWEST
I love the foggy days here. This is the view from our front porch. It is so very Twin Peaks, isn't it? This is a busy time of year, as projects that started not long ago are hurrying to get...
View Article6 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT REALITY TV REMODELING SHOWS
You know the ones I'm talking about. I watch them, too. In 30 minutes to an hour you see a kitchen go from YIKES to WOW. Sometimes, it is a bathroom -- or even a whole house. I watch them primarily...
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A Personal Review of the Toto Washlet
Toto Washlet What is a Toto Washlet? A Washlet is a toilet seat that adds the functionality of a bidet to a toilet. It allows you to clean yourself with the assistance of water without moving to a...
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Carol's Favorite Things: Kitchen Plumbing
Kohler Vinnata Single Hole Pull-Down Faucet Pretty and practical. ($645)Insinkerator countertop air switch for your dishwasher Never confuse the disposal switch for a light switch again!...
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What does it take to become an architect, contractor, or designer in the...
Architectaccredited bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture from a university recognized by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB)completion of Intern Development Program (IDP)...
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Carol's Favorite Things: Splurge-Worthy Appliances
Liebherr 36" Refrigerator/Freezer Stainless steel model shown. Also available as "fully integrated," which means that custom cabinet door panels will blend in seamlessly with your other cabinetry....
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Seattle Met magazine & website feature Laurelhurst
Angela Cabotaje interviews the owners of our Laurelhurst project, "The New Classic" in this month's Seattle Met magazine, on newsstands now. See and read more online in Seattle Met's Extreme...
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Carol's Favorite Things: Bathroom Finishes
Jeffrey Court beveled 3x6 subway field tile - Classic white subway tile updated with a beveled edge. ($5/SF)Hafele Pendant Pull in Dark Oil-Rubbed Bronze (HAF-59568) - Makes cabinetry feel more like...
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6 Tips for Selecting the Perfect Contractor
1- ChemistryThe vibe you get from the interview is so important that it should be an automatic elimination factor, even if all the other boxes are checked. Remember, you are entering into a...
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How a small splurge may become a big expense (and how to maintain control)
TEMPTATION BY DESIGNYou probably don't realize it, but the same tricks used in grocery stores to entice you to spend more are used in showrooms for construction materials and products. In a grocery...
View ArticleVideo Tour: Magnolia Mid-Mod
There is a lot more story to tell (and stuff to show) about this wonderfully livable and accessible home than photos alone can capture. So, when the fabulous Chibi Moku team decided to film in the...
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CAROL'S FAVORITE THINGS: ACCESSIBLE KITCHEN SINKS
Elkay Drain Fitting - This offset drain creates an additional 12-3/4" of knee clearance for sinks without garbage disposals. ($114)Elkay Gourmet (Lustertone) Stainless Steel Single Bowl Undermount...
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