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tz: foxcroft kitchen renovation, before and after

In the last year or so, I've completed a number of kitchen remodels.  Some of them have been complete "gut jobs," but a couple have been "facelifts"  -- where we keep the existing layout of the kitchen, but update the finishes and fixtures.   I almost find those "facelifts" to …

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“word to the wise” wednesday: colin cowie

If you want to show people your real sense of style, open your house to them.  The key is to set everything up the night before.  That way, the day of the party, I just have to put food and drinks out, and I'll still have time to shower, shave, …

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“word to the wise” wednesday: oscar wilde

Mere color unspoiled by meaning, and unallied with definite form, can speak to the soul in a thousand different ways. -- Oscar Wilde Photo from, and quote via, Hannah Dee Interiors.  Congratulations to this talented designer -- who I am proud to call a friend -- on the launch of her new …

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how to create a dual function space

With a little creativity, certain rooms can function well in more than one capacity!  Remember Bee Cottage, the fantastic feature in House Beautiful where Frances Shultz renovated the most charming cottage?  Her lovely dining room doubles as a library for her books.  The dining table can easily serve as a desk, …

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