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Architecture Blog- “Wicker Park vs. Bucktown”

Dina Petrakis — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:50:22 +0000

http://www.wickerparkbucktown.com/_blog/Blog/post/Wicker_Park_Bucktown_Architecture_-_A_Tale_of_Two_Cities/

Sam Marts and I take our ‘hoods to the mat. Enjoy!

New Concrete? Use no salt this year!

Dina Petrakis — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:49:08 +0000

Did you get new concrete walks, patio or stairs this year? Salt will ruin the surface if used before complete curing, which takes a whole year! Use sand instead of salt for the first winter, and keep that smooth surface! And remember to have a no-shoes policy this year too, because tracked-in sand will harm your floors.

Wicker Park/ Bucktown Chamber website now live!

Dina Petrakis — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 00:35:18 +0000

A great resource for all: shopping, eating/drinking, architecture, and art itineraries, deals, events, and general cool stuff!

www.wickerparkbucktown.com

Yes, of course Littlerock is in there:

www.wickerparkbucktown.com/business-listings/littlerock-construction-inc

Take the plunge!

Dina Petrakis — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 21:51:08 +0000

Got a call from a client in a quandry- whether to go with the color she “wanted, but was afraid of” or the one that looked “safe”. The things we want ARE scary, but paint is a perfect place to make a plunge- it’s easy to change! This is a metaphor for the client’s life- and perhaps yours- taking the safe path with no joy. Take a small risk in your home decor- practice the action- and you may be able move beyond- to choices holding you back in your personal life!

Thank you note from a client

Dina Petrakis — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 22:33:26 +0000

Got this note yesterday: “Enclosed please find payment + along with it my thanks. I would never have even dreamt of this project, much less attempted this without all your guidance + support. Looking forward to more!” I LOVE my work!

Georgian Luxury Bath

Dina Petrakis — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 18:48:19 +0000

I’m really proud of this Georgian bath- luxurious yet understated, it fits into the home beautifully and satisfies all the owner’s wishes:

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150406651289234.363028.93601209233&type=1

Crazy easy way to save $ on heat this winter…

Dina Petrakis — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 13:45:57 +0000

CRAZY easy way to save $ on heat this winter? Take 5-10 minutes and make sure all your windows are closed AND locked! Double hung windows often drop the top sash- not enough to notice, just enough to leak heat constantly; casements and awning windows are NOT closed all the way unless you close the locks. Locking all windows allows weatherstrip to do its job- and you save the dough!

How to: Size HVAC systems for efficiency.

Dina Petrakis — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 23:13:29 +0000

This article might be a little too “wonky” for some, but proper sizing really is the key to efficiency!

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Glass Block is now energy efficient!

Dina Petrakis — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 18:13:51 +0000

Thermal Glass Block

Glass block has always been a big problem solver- security, privacy, noise…but never has it been energy efficient, because the temperature outside transfers directly to the inside surface. Now, glass block is available with a thermal break- so the thermal transfer doesn’t occur- and even Low-E! They cost more, but this product offers comfort and energy cost savings along with all the other stuff GB is good for!

Closet lighting- right on the clothes

Dina Petrakis — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 04:41:57 +0000

This closet bar delivers light right where you need it, on the clothes. LED light strip illuminates from the underside of the closet rod!

http://www.efficient-tec.com/PDFs/S3_catalog%202010/S3_Stainless%20Steel%20Systems_novelties.pdf