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Three plus years ago, the pandemic forced all of us to take a look at life in a new way. My husband I and are both self-employed so we...
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Julie Fergus, ASID
- Jul 10
Chair Makeovers
When working with clients I'm always looking for pieces to coordinate with the style and color scheme. In addition to incorporating new...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Jul 10
Multi-Function Window Coverings
There are times when one product won't provide all of the solutions to a problem. Here are examples where I combine one or more products...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Jun 13
Screened Porch Furniture
Small spaces require precision when choosing new furniture. One piece that is too big can create a problem to the flow. In this example,...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Mar 20
Timeless Design
What makes for a timeless design? My opinion is that simple and classic elements are timeless. I'll use my kitchen as an example which...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Feb 17
Drapery Details
Examples of floor length drapery. In both spaces the rod extends past the window casing so that the stack back will not impede the glass...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Jan 27
New Furnishings from Scratch
Once a furniture plan is established, it is time to start looking for the pieces to fill the space. The most important task during the...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Jan 2
Create a Simple Meaningful Home
I have the pleasure to work with wonderful clients that want to improve the look, feel, and function of their homes. At the of heart the...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Nov 3, 2022
My Barn Makeover
If barns could talk, they would tell stories of hard work and farm life. Antique barns have history and most, if not all, housed animals....
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Oct 1, 2022
Tiny Living in a Motorhome
I live in a tiny house on and off, here and there, and every now and then; it's a small motorhome with all of the comforts of home built...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Sep 27, 2022
Furniture Layout Basics
When planning a furniture layout whether starting from scratch or working with pieces you already have, it is advised to use a floorplan...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Sep 16, 2022
Small Space - Big Change
This photo only shows part of the story. A zig zag hallway is changed to an L-shaped hallway to create a pantry and recess for a bench...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Aug 1, 2022
Barn Mudroom
This is a project at my home. My husband and I live in a drafty old house built in 1850. We don't know what part of the house or barn are...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- May 8, 2022
Change of Scenery
For the month of April my husband I traveled in our "mobile condo". We visited Colonial Williamsburg, The Mariner's Museum in Newport...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Mar 2, 2022
Design Detail - Custom Headboard
Some clients love bold colors and patterns. In this example, my client wanted to create texture using the floral print on a custom...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Feb 3, 2022
Design Detail - "Window" Over Sink
Many condos have the kitchen tucked in on an inside wall with no windows; that was the case with this condo. Therefore, for this kitchen...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Jan 11, 2022
Cottage Kitchen Remodel
Here is a video of a project from 2011. Wow, time flies and hair greys. This makeover was one of my favorite projects. I love a challenge...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Jan 9, 2022
Design Detail - Bed Treatment
Custom design starts with an idea and concept. I often convey the idea with a hand-drawn sketch, as shown here. My client wanted a...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Jan 5, 2022
Country White Bread Recipe
A bit of backstory on this one. I was going through my YouTube channel videos and was reminded of this video that I made in 2014. My...
Julie Fergus, ASID
- Jan 1, 2022
11 Tips for Remodeling
A new year is a time to start new projects. If remodeling is on your list for this year, keep in mind living through a remodeling project...
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