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Inspiration for a craftsman u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops

Example of an arts and crafts master beige floor bathroom design in Chicago with medium tone wood cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink and white countertops

Inspiration for a timeless formal living room remodel in New York

A small foot print for this vintage Portland home led to a series of smart storage choices to help our client make the most out of the space they had. Photos by Photo Art Portraits

Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Inspiration for a timeless gray tile, white tile and subway tile mosaic tile floor and white floor bathroom remodel in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, gray walls, a hinged shower door and gray countertops

THEME Created for a baby girl, this room is magical, feminine and very pink. At its heart is the Carriage Crib, surrounded by a large oak tree with delightful animals, baby blocks, a cozy window seat and an upholstered play area on the floor. FOCUS The eye-catching size and detail of the Carriage Crib, with a dainty canopy held in place by woodland creatures immediately catches a visitor’s attention, and is enhanced by the piece’s fascinating colors and textures. Wall murals, fabrics, accent furniture and lighting accent the beauty of the crib. A handsome Dutch door with a minientrance just for her ensures that this princess feels at home as soon as she steps in the room. STORAGE The room has closet organizers for everyday items, and cubicle storage is beautifully hidden behind the wall letter blocks. GROWTH As the room’s occupant grows from baby to toddler to child and ‘tween, the room is easily transformed with age-appropriate toys, pictures, bedding and fabrics. The crib portion of the carriage can be removed and fitted with a larger mattress, saving both time and money in the future. Letter blocks are easily updated by simply removing the letters and replacing them with mirrors, colors or other images. SAFETY Standard precautions are taken to secure power outlets and keep exposed shelving out of reach. Thickly padded upholstered squares featuring colors and patterns that coordinate with the fabrics on the window seat and valance create a visually inviting, comfortable and safe place to play.

Preparing for the Thanksgiving holiday is turning out to be a bit different. Gone this year is the uncle who throws crumbs of food and bits of trash in the fireplace. Or the kids that like to poke the fireplace logs sending sparks in every direction. This year, we get to create our own scene. Once you and your family have finished the delicious meal, now it’s time to make the rounds of Internet calls. Whether you use Zoom, Facebook, Skype or any other system, one thing is for sure…you need a warm, inviting, good-looking background. The fireplace is the perfect go-to background, especially when you can see and hear the crackling of the fire. Put a little extra time in decorating around the fireplace, and of course, include the cookies and pumpkin pie. To ensure chaos isn’t erupting behind you, make sure your fireplace and chimney is ready to go. Begin with a Chimney & Fireplace Inspection By getting a chimney inspection you’ll help to ensure smoke goes up and out of the house, debris is not blocking it and any animals are safely living outside of your chimney. You certainly don’t want your online guests to think you smoked the turkey in the fireplace. Chimney backup or a Smokey fireplace is usually caused by an insufficient draft in the flue. However, there are lots of other reasons for smoke backup including the partially open dampers, too small of a flue or a dirty chimney. This is one situation that’s best left to a certified technician to identify and repair. Debris knows how to make its way into the chimney. Leaves, twigs, paper, plastic, and anything else flying around on windy days, has this special radar, and when it finds a chimney, it’ll try to make its way in. If the chimney doesn’t have a chimney cap, or if it was blown off or shifted from the high winds, debris found a new home! Animals are wonderful to watch outside. We’ve watched a couple of the squirrels in our yard go from a lean body to a very plump size, all in preparation for winter. What comes next is a cozy place to sleep. The chimney is a perfect. It’s warm and protects the animals from the outdoor elements. If there isn’t a chimney cap or if the cap is loose or moved in a way to squeeze in…perfect! What is a 14 Point Inspection? A 14 point chimney inspection for your fireplace tells us a story about the events that occurred over the past year’s freeze and thaw cycle. It reveals to us any wear and tear, the frequency of use and the age of the chimney. This is great information to have in order to stay on top of any necessary chimney repairs and know the current conditions of worthiness for use. Since the chimney is high on the roof, we take pictures of your chimney to show you the current condition. If any repairs are needed, you can see it for yourself. You have a little time before the ‘live’ internet chat on Thanksgiving Day. As part of your preparations, get your chimney swept and inspected today. Call 877-244-6349.

A serene, spa-inspired bathroom that blends natural light, organic textures, and understated luxury. A freestanding soaking tub, airy glass shower, and custom double vanity are complemented by soft neutrals, botanical details, and a sculptural driftwood fixture- creating a calm, nature - connected retreat.

Mid-sized trendy single-wall light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen photo in Austin with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, limestone countertops, white backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and beige countertops

An apron front sink and mesh inset shaker cabinets add vintage style while a white on white palette keeps the look clean and bright in this compact kitchen update. Photos by Photo Art Portraits

Example of a small classic guest dark wood floor and blue floor bedroom design in New York with blue walls

Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2015 Houzz
Country porch idea in New York

Designed by Nathan Taylor of Obelisk Home - Photos by Jeremy Mason McGraw Mason Jar Light by Boots N Gus
Kitchen/dining room combo - small traditional medium tone wood floor kitchen/dining room combo idea in Other with beige walls and no fireplace

Beach style home bar photo in Chicago

Design: M Siegel Designs Photo: Mark Lohman
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor dining room remodel in Little Rock with white walls

Example of a mid-sized farmhouse l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen design in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Butler Pantry between kitchen and dining room with wine cubbies
Example of a small classic single-wall dark wood floor kitchen pantry design in Nashville with raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, brown backsplash, stone tile backsplash and black appliances

Butler's Pantry Photography by: Angle Eye Photography
Inspiration for a small timeless kitchen remodel in Philadelphia