300+ cuts and 5 weeks later, the foyer upgrade is complete! The initial intent of this project was to carry the wainscoting design seen in the living room to the inside wall of the stairs. This would provide a consistent design when looking at the stair wall from the living room and break up a…
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Top Considerations for Replacing Your Home Windows
When we first walked into what would become our house with our Realtor, it was clear the home needed new windows. You could see condensation between the panes and a couple were separated to the point you could almost stick a finger behind the top rail where the two parts met and see the outside….
Simple Tips & Tools for Installing Wall Trim
Do you love the look of wall moulding but don’t want to bite off the expense or don’t know where to begin on your own? Consider this your motivation to get started and create the rooms of your dreams at a low cost. In all of my late night Instagram scrolling, I was always be…
5 Quick DIY Home Upgrades for a Fresh Look
Whether you are moving into a new house or you feel yours is overdue for a refresh, here is a breakdown of 5 easy to tackle DIY projects that will instantly make your home feel updated and fresh. Update Door HardwareThe first thing I did when we moved into our home was to get rid…
Upgrade Your Home: Stylish Switch Plates and Outlet Covers
For those of you following, I’ve recently upgraded my dining room and living room with new furniture, window treatments and some other accents. There’s one legacy element from the 90s that was still lingering, however. Switch plates and outlet covers. These have seen years of paint residue and look outdated compared to the modern, rectangular…
Declutter Your Kitchen: Essential Ideas for Space Saving
As I continue my fall home reorganization efforts, I’m moving to the kitchen. My focus is to clear the cutter on the counters, reorganize the pantry and get rid of the corner trashcan. Let’s start with the eyesore trashcan. Get Rid of the Corner Trash I’ve been wanting to get rid of my corner trashcan…
Efficient Closet Makeover: Step-by-Step Guide
If your home is like mine, you have standard closets in most rooms. You pack in as many clothes on hangers on one rod and can’t the half of it that’s tucked on the sides. This was certainly the case with my my daughter’s room. As my daughter’s clothing and toy collection was growing, I…
A Uniquely Suburban Home 