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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 27, 2023
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
Jan 2, 2023
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
Nov 3, 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
Oct 1, 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 27, 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
Sep 16, 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
Aug 1, 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
May 8, 2022
Porches
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...
Julie Fergus, ASID
Apr 30, 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
Mar 2, 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
Feb 3, 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 11, 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 9, 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 5, 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...
Julie Fergus, ASID
Jan 1, 2022
Rosemary Butter Cookies
Adapted by me from a Martha Stewart recipe. I have found it impossible to get these perfectly round so I have embraced the irregular...
Julie Fergus, ASID
Dec 22, 2021
Italian Christmas Cookies
A festive and simple cookie that will be enjoyed by everyone. It is fun to make, and young children might enjoy helping. Italian...
Julie Fergus, ASID
Dec 21, 2021
Slovak Nutroll (Kolach) and Old Family Recipe
This is a very old family recipe passed down through by my Slovak great-grandmother on my mother's side. My family has been making...
Julie Fergus, ASID
Dec 14, 2021
You can simply the holidays.
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...
Julie Fergus, ASID
Dec 9, 2021
Simple U-Shape
A U-shape is an effective and functional kitchen layout, especially when an island can be incorporated; it typically offers more counter...
Julie Fergus, ASID
Aug 16, 2021
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