Tag Archives: remodel

A Quick Kitchen Makeover

November 9, 2016

Great paint, a new stone counter top and beautiful accessories can make you love your kitchen all over again. Select a backsplash that is compatible with the style of the kitchen. Here, textured and glazed Grove Brickworks look great in their pale gray color palette.Slideshow

Nothing about a kitchen renovation is exactly quick. Planning takes time. Selecting products thoughtfully takes time. Assembling and checking the order takes time, and is as essential as hiring the contractor. Interviews need to be scheduled, contracts reviewed and a project plan created.

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Inspiration: The Passive Project

November 22, 2011

Solar orientation was the key ingredient in the house. The 23' wall of south facing glass is a striking feature.Slideshow

We were so honored when Dennis Wedlick of Dennis Wedlick Architects of Hudson, NY and New York City asked us to participate in a project that he was passionate about. He was going to partner with Bill Stratton Building Company of Chatham, NY and Sciame Developers to build a PASSIVE house. This house would reduce its dependence on fossil fuels, have a near zero carbon footprint, heat and cool itself passively and use a fraction of energy without sacrificing an ounce of comfort, style or good design.

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Old House New Bath

November 4, 2010

What a beautiful house and a beautiful setting!Slideshow

My friend, Joseph Polar, is a serial re-modeler.  He and his partner John have a wonderful old house in upstate New York built in 1840 with an 1892 addition. Clearly its orientation is “country house” but the decoration has evolved into an updated, fresh, and casual style great for 21st century living.  He and John spent many weekends (or is it years?) turning an ugly duckling into an incredibly smart weekend retreat for themselves and their rescue dog, Theo.

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