The entire condo's main living spaces were originally painted a mustard yellow- I like the color in furniture or accents, but not on my walls. Crisp 'Decorators White' completely changed the feel of the open spaces, allowing the amazing artwork or decor pieces stand out. There had not been any ceiling lighting and the easiest and least intrusive way to add some was through modern track lighting with lighting that could be directed to various focal pieces of art.

As the construction went on, the homeowners, knowing they would not be at the house year round decided the easiest way to keep the house winterized was to install the Nest thermostat so that they would be able to adjust the settings as the weather changed, even if they were not at the house itself. The Nest is hooked to wi-fi and can be adjusted from the owner's phone and also alerts the homeowner when the temperature becomes low enough in the home to cause problems. The Nest will also alert your phone if the power was to shut off, which in Upstate NY, it is known to do. Living in the north country, you see many families having to drain pipes, set up heat cables to prevent ice dams in valleys and lower pitched roofs, and other yearly projects so that they do not have to worry about their pipes bursting, their roofs falling in, and other calamities. The homeowners continue to rave about the Nest year after year.

Custom Upholstery For Your Custom Interior! Upholstery is the materials—fabric, padding, webbing, and springs—that make up the soft coverings of chairs, sofas, and other furniture. Custom upholstery is all about choosing details to create something that’s uniquely yours and is the easiest way to update your quality furniture. We can help you effortlessly coordinate modern and traditional design aesthetics by finding the right color, style and design to compliment your room. When it comes to upholstery our goal isn’t just to provide you with a product, but to bring your home visions to life.

Bedrooms are a great place to let your lighting personality shine with a statement light, such as the Crystorama Luna chandelier. Before you begin your search for the perfect light, make sure you have the size of the room and ceiling height. These measurements will determine the width and diameter of your fixture and whether you choose a ceiling mount, semi-flush mount, or chandelier. The easiest way to find the right fixture dimension is to add the room's length and width and convert that to inches. Example: 10’ft + 10’ft will equal a 20” inch lighting fixture.

Fabrication: 4-5 weeks Teak is often the best choice for outdoor applications as its high oil content makes it weather and critter resistant. While not the easiest wood to work with, it is well worth the effort. Roughly 8' long, our goal with this piece was to minimize its heaviness in the lānai space it would occupy. In this endeavor, we created two round legs made of painted marine grade plywood to lift & float the bed.

Solid Mahogany Exterior doors with two sidelights- Model: N-525PP & N-100 Sidelight Door size: 36” sidelight size: From 11” sidelights threw 16” sidelights Glass type: Builder patina came Rough opening- Built to suit Wood Species: 100% Solid Brazilian Mahogany (no veneers) Door Thickness: 1 3/4" System is Pre-hung with Solid Mahogany Jambs, 2" Brick-molding, Adjustable Continuous Bronze Threshold, Our Pre-Hung Door Systems are "NOT" Kits! Shipped truly and completely pre-hung with hinges mortised to door and pre-installed in the Jamb for the easiest installation possible. This will save you Time and Money. No extra work needed for the carpenter. Ready to install into the doorway. Your Choice of Commercial Grade Ball-Bearing Hinge Color, Q-Lon compression Weather-stripping and Rubber Door Sweep. Lock Prep included. Left or Right Hand Door Swing. Single or Double Bored. 2 1/8" diameter hole(s), w/ 2 3/4" backset, 5 1/2" spread. Price is for Unfinished - Optional Exterior Grade UV Stain and UV Sealer Finishing Available Call- 219-663-2279

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Example of a transitional l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design in Portland with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Push-out casement windows resting on Calcutta gold marble countertops with a Shaw original farmhouse sink and a Perrin & Rowe oil rubbed bronze bridge faucet.

The National True design is reminiscent of the “building blocks” of stonework seen on the National Monument in Washington D.C. or even your local cathedral, National True offers a classic feel. As the fastest and easiest style to install, National True is proving to be a fan favorite. This design is available in four colors. Phantom Shadow is shown here.

Although the exterior lends itself to sophistication, the floorplan promotes living at its easiest. Columns accent the dining room, while built-ins add convenience to the great room. The kitchen features a pass-thru, and French doors lead outside from the breakfast area. From sidelights to clerestories, this home's full of light. The utility room includes cabinets, and the bonus room is accessible.

Whether you are just starting your collection or you have some rare kicks in your line-up, your sneakers need some serious care. You’ve invested time and money building a unique collection; it’s important to create custom storage that preserves your investment and prolongs the life of the shoes. Display cases are perfect for showcasing your favorites while protecting them from dust. Backlighting them amplifies the diversity of styles creating a wall of art. But, hands down, it’s easiest to have open shelving with plenty of space to spread them out and allow them to breathe.

http://www.getSTACT.com STACT wine racks are incredibly easy to specify and incorporate into wine cellars, wine rooms, kitchens, home bars, commercial bars, and restaurants. Our customers have found that when it comes to modern wine cellar solutions, our system offers a number of advantages versus other wine storage solutions available on the market, here are just a few: ✓ Quality - premium *furniture grade* solution is unique to the industry, with unrivalled refinement when it comes to materials, aesthetic and craftsmanship. Our panels feature a premium high-gloss painted finish (not a laminated surface). Each panel takes more than a week to complete, with meticulous attention to detail. Once numerous coats of lacquer have been applied, each panel is hand buffed to a mirror-like piano finish. ✓ Versatility - mount any way you wish, and designed to work equally well within both commercial and residential applications, our clients have found our modular system to be the most versatile, and easiest to specify, assemble, and install - whether for 9 bottles or 9,000 within a large scale wine cellar application (www.stact.co/cellars). Available on your choice of 10 finishes, mix and match STACT panels to create your own unique look (3,628,800 possible configurations). ✓ Convenience - designed for quick and easy *DIY installation*, our patented system comes ready-to-install to any drywall surface right out of the box, minimizing the costs associated with labor and installation when compared with many custom solutions you will find on the market. Avoiding the need for a dedicated wine cellar builder to produce and arrive on site for assembly and installation. In-stock items typically ship within 1 business day. ✓ Value - direct-to-client distribution model to effectively cut out retail markup. Builders and specifiers have found STACT to be a fraction of the price of what it would cost to develop and produce a comparable custom solution. Plus currently we are offering *free shipping worldwide*. ✓ Design pedigree - created by 2012 ICFF winning designer Eric Pfeiffer, our patented prefabricated ready-to-assemble modular design is unique to the industry. ✓ Space-saving - highest bottle capacity on the market (10.7 bottles / sq ft). Each panel supports 9-12 bottles depending on how they are configured. ✓ Security - superior bottle stability, versus other wall-mounted wine storage solutions on the market. The aircraft grade aluminum bottle support structure ensures a lower center of gravity there is a more substantial portion of the bottle resting below the contact points. Thus a minimalist design aesthetic is retained, while eliminating the need for unnecessary and unsightly materials/clutter such as rubber gaskets, straps, etc. Learn more at www.getSTACT.com

Kitchen: I took out only a half of a wall to open the walk way between the kitchen and the dining room, and in place of a dark shabby pantry I put the Miele Refrigerator/Freezer, double ovens tower and a pantry cabinet with chrome baskets. The cabinets are from Scavolini, they are a matte black tempered glass. Super durable and the easiest material to clean, I love them in the kitchen. I used the 'bi-fold' door on the uppers along the sink wall for a clean look and plenty of storage. The space above the uppers remains open making my traditional 8 foot ceilings appear taller. The counter top is a honed black granite, and the back splash is tile from Ann Sacks. Photo by Martin Vecchio.

Horrible planning by the developer meant that water would run straight into the house. We came in and trenched down and created a swale that runs from the front all the way to the back of the yard. Not the easiest or fastest but the best way to ensure no more water penetration.

One of the easiest ways to update your kitchen is to paint or stain your cabinets. We've got lots of options available for this space, so just ask.
Example of a minimalist kitchen design in San Diego

Thanks to our amazing customer that shared with us is fireplace project. Again the same comment was made from him. Super easy to install and outstanding result. Manubric offers the easiest way to build your own trendy wall with a look of impeccable aesthetic definition, whether it’s brick or Loft Bloc. Because our products are plaster based made. Being lightweight, slim in size and without the need for professional tools, they make installation easy, economical and durable. So, with less time and money, Manubric enables customers to increase the value and beauty of their home or building.

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The choice of the right materials is just as important as the ability to financially invest in the same, if not more. This means if a person has enough knowledge of what they are looking for, they can cleverly create an exquisite look under a much lesser budget-friendly scheme. Key Points to Consider When on a Mission to Create a High-end Kitchen Under Restrained Pockets Estimating a Budget Plan: Setting a realistic budget before the investment is a very important aspect which shouldn't be overlooked. According to NKBA, a proper guide to setting one`s kitchen budget while planning a new one should look like- 29% cabinets and hardware, 17% installation, 14% appliances and ventilation, 10% countertops, 7% flooring, 5% walls and ceilings, 5% lighting, 5% faucets and plumbing, 4% doors and windows, 4% design fees and 1% miscellaneous. 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