Thanks to Joanna Gains, shiplap has taken over the design community over the past several years. Whether rustic or modern, shiplap has become a goto design element for many.
Building Tips
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Although I love the look of leathered granite, the elegancy of marble, and the warmth of concrete countertops, are they really the wisest choices for a kitchen? I think with countertops we’re guilty of choosing form over function.
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You might have heard me say before, I am a huge fan of real wood. There is just something about that wood grain and texture that faux wood cannot measure up to. However, in some applications, I think careful consideration should be made over the choice of real wood or fake. Decking is one of these applications.
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I can’t believe we are already to the point of picking out windows. We have done a lot of planning and know exactly what type of windows we want for the new home, but it took a little work to get here. Our main decision regarding windows was choosing between casement and double hung.
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Ok, Im not going to lie and tell you the entire process of designing your own home is easy. In fact, purchasing a stock plan would have been more of my style and maybe kept me a little younger. You see, I’m the one who takes the easy road and Henry not so much. He is always up for a challenge.