The most frequently asked question by homeowners and building professionals is whether to repair or replace an existing roof. A roof is one of the biggest investments a home or building owner can make.
Eventually it happens to us all if we are lucky. We get old and hopefully wise. But with the wisdom comes worsening vision, hearing and less mobility. I had the opportunity to change the interior features of a one-level home for an elderly gentleman to make it safer, more comfortable and even more welcoming to guests. Fortunately for me he was my father and a good client.
The old standard of updating your walls is to hit the paint store for an endless amount of paint chips, torment yourself over exactly which shade and sheen of red you like best, then slap on that much debated new paint color and call it good. I would just like to propose a few additional options that don't seem to get as much mileage as the good old paint can.
When it comes to home-repair projects or tackling a weekend “honey-do” list, most homeowners fall into one of four distinct personality types. Which type are you?
I married my husband eight years ago. At the time he lived on a floating home. “Please try living on my houseboat,” he said, “and after a year if you don’t like it, we could sell both of our homes and build.” Well, I adore living on the water, but this home needed major updating.
Following up on their successful Pink Wishbone Project, SUITE New York has launched it's second year benefit, The Pink Swan Project. SUITE got nineteen fabulous designers to put their own spin on the classic Swan Chair, and they are just so darn pretty.