Wednesday, January 27th, 2010
Universal Design- for aging in place. No matter what your age, review these principles before any renovation. If you are a boomer, you need them NOW (for your parents) and for the future. Video gives overview; principles are listed.
http://www.aipathome.com/universaldesign/index.html#universal_design_principles
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Tuesday, January 26th, 2010
“Layered” lighting: using varied sources of light to add interest and FUNCTION to your kitchen. Types: ambient, task, and accent lighting. Scrimp on your cabinets and tops, but add layers of lighting for upscale feeling and flexibility. Under-cabinet lighting is recognized as functional “task” lighting, but over-cabinet lighting adds major impact for minor dollars. High-end kitchens should have 5 or more layers.
Don’t forget the dimmers, same reasons- more impact, less cost.
Posted in Custom for less, Kitchen design, appliances, and fixtures, Lighting | No Comments »
Thursday, January 7th, 2010
Video about Sam Marts and Dina Petrakis working together, providing “experience and resources you can’t get anywhere else”.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BkwItH4uG4
Posted in Architecture and Design, Construction and contractors, Old house repairs or treatments, Solutions | No Comments »
