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This series shows the structural changes to the bungalow. Removing the dark enclosed porch from the 50’s brings light in; closing the original door into kitchen permits more efficient cabinetry and counters; pass-thru window from kitchen to dining room opens up the space for contemporary living.

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Cash for Appliances program info- scroll down in the document and select your state for a pdf with state-specific incentives.

http://www.energysavers.gov/financial/70020.html

Reclaimed flooring from wine barrels, available with the markings still on the boards. Fabulous flooring for your loft, wine room, or creative home. Remember that you could use this for countertop, too…

http://www.fontenay.us/cooperageFlooring.cfm

I have a seat to see David Bromsted from HGTV at Colori this Saturday, in beautiful Wicker Park!

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For Mel, Kayla, and Kerri- David Bromstad this afternoon at Colori in Wicker Park

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Usually promoting the flashiest lines at trade shows, Kohler’s new approach seen at Pro Expo last week, is Affordable Remodeling collections, in brochures with Bronze, Silver, and Gold groupings. The format makes it easy to pick products- it’s like having a personal shopper at the fixture store- (!) and easy to meet your price targets.

LOVE
Shading Solutions from Lutron-wireless handheld controls give silent,
effortless sun control- units on the wall control a whole room of
shades. Hard to reach spots- think behind the spa tub or
floor-to-ceiling windows are easy now. Controlling UV protects
…

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Radio waves enable occupancy sensor from Lutron to turn lights off when no one’s in the room (and vice versa). This wouldn’t make sense for every room, but if you have a finished basement, for example, it could save LOTS in lighting bills. Must be used with Maestro line of dimmers or switch

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Using CAD this week- for kitchen layouts and now, built-in bookcases. I LOVE LOVE LOVE my work!

Spacelifting Tip: In Japanese, there is a saying, “empty is rich”. Even if your place is small, less “STUFF” in it will give the illusion of space, and more: tranquility, order, and room to grow. Purge, purge, and purge a bit more. The results can be amazing!