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adding style to stairs
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2 mins

adding style to stairs

If you're like most homeowners who have made the switch from wall to wall carpeting to wood, vinyl, laminate or tile, you may be asking yourself, What should I do with my stairs?. This is a common question and 75% of homeowners are selecting...

waterproof hardwood flooring
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2 mins

waterproof hardwood flooring

I am excited to introduce water-proof hardwood flooring to our midwest market. If you've always wanted the natural beauty of real wood, but determined that wood was too fragile for you or your kids and pets; think again!The technology involves...

floors with pattern
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1 mins

floors with pattern

One of the favorite parts of my job is touring trade shows. Back in January of 2017, I was amazed at how many patterned floors were on display. Trends tend to begin on the east and west coast in the U.S., and eventually make their way over to...

Fireplace style
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2 mins

Fireplace style

Lately I?ve been giving a lot of design attention to the fireplace. Changing this area can be a dramatic makeover, as it is often the focal point of the room. What I find most enjoyable about this update is getting this area ?right? for each...

why i love herringbone design
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1 mins

why i love herringbone design

When I think herringbone I certainly don't think of the bone structure of a herring fish (where the name originates). I imagine beautiful textiles and stunning interior design concepts! I confess I am an art history nerd, and being such I wanted...

carpet trend: silky and soft
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2 mins

carpet trend: silky and soft

Even though the carpet footprint has shrunk in today's modern floor plan, consumers are absolutely loving the luxurious feel of the extremely soft carpet styles. These synthetic yarns utilize the latest technology to combine performance with the...

cambria for beauty and function
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2 mins

cambria for beauty and function

I recently had the pleasure of designing a homeowner's dream bath! The design process led me down a path where I used Cambria in both expected and innovative ways. Beautiful as a counter and tub surround, but also functional as a shower bench,...

hardwood flooring; oak is back!
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3 mins

hardwood flooring; oak is back!

Yes, it's true. Oak hardwood floors are the hottest trend in wood flooring. Oak has managed to reinvent itself into a modern look, disguising itself so well that most clients can't believe it's oak they are getting excited about! If you've...

yoga studio at home
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yoga studio at home

More than a physical workout, yoga fosters a deeper understanding of your body, mind, and soul. If you've committed to a yoga practice, you may want to create a space in your home where you can listen to your inner self and take a break from...

remodeling your master bath
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2 mins

remodeling your master bath

If you're considering a master bath renovation, there are several key design elements to think about. Smart design begins with function, or how you use this private space. This approachleaves many homeowners abandoning the trends of the past to...