I understand that not all people are neat freaks or obsessive organizers. However, an organized home makes life easier. There are so many reasons why that is...

Shelter-in-place has brought families together. It also has people cooking more than ever before. This may have highlighted challenges and shortcomings of yo...

There has been much couch sitting during the COVID-19 shelter-in-place crisis. You may be realizing that your sofa isn't comfortable at all, or doesn't suit ...

This is the best Irish Soda Bread recipe you will find. It is moist and delicious. Ingredients 2 cups flour 2 tsp. baking soda 2 tsp. baking powder ½ tsp. sa...

I have the pleasure to work with wonderful clients that want to improve the look, feel, and function of their homes. At the heart of most of the design proje...

The just comes a point when living with the status quo is no longer an option. If one can cook, they can do it any type of kitchen, but bending over, or gett...

There are many ways to cover a window. If you are looking for the best solution first ask what is the purpose of the covering or treatment. Is there a need f...

Kitchens and dining rooms are hard-working spaces. There are many items to store, and accessing them is preferred to be simple. That's why drawers and roll-o...

A major remodel that includes a kitchen in a primary residence is very disruptive to life. Major makeovers require much work on the part of the homeowner. My...

Healthy indoor air starts with a clean dry home. Dust free, low-moisture, and clean fresh air provide the starting point and basics for clean indoor air. Apa...

In the northern climate, the change to chilly weather forces us indoors. So it's time to get our home interiors in order and create a cozy nest for the colde...

We rented an RV a couple of years ago to experience RV living and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Ever since returning the rented RV we thought about buying one fo...

It is porch season. I enjoy decks and patios, but I love screened porches. The reason why porches are "better" is because they can be enjoyed in the late eve...

An example of improving one's home can improve the enjoyment. It's hard to believe that this now beautiful kitchen which is the gathering place for family wa...

I hope your holiday season has been joyful. I spent much time baking and cooking and I enjoyed it. Two of my favorite items are from the Slovak side of my fa...

The holiday season is in full swing. Are you ready for a relaxing and fun-filled holiday season? Or are you already caught up in the frenzy of shopping, deco...

The inspiration here is to mix patterns and create textures using fabric. For this bedding project colorful fabrics were chosen for my artist client that lov...

It started with the request to make a romantic bedroom. Honestly, no client has ever asked me to do that. The meaning of romantic is subjective, so I wondere...

Large spaces are "great" but it doesn't automatically make it a "great" room. This project before and after is a perfect example. It has everything: abundant...

A major home remodel project transformed a dated lake house with a weird connector. The goal is to improve the entry and connection of the house to the garag...