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Custom joinery and a fireplace: a winning combo!

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When it comes to creating a focal point in a space, a fireplace is usually a real winner. Add to that, surrounding custom joinery with built-in storage and suddenly you’ve made the beautiful blend of form and function. The fireplace is often located in our lounge rooms which means, for these modern days we live in, we’re also contending with the placement of a TV, sound equipment and a myriad of additional accessories. Using the fireplace as the starting point and evolving the design of joinery around that is the way to go. Here are my tips for creating an...

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The Challenges of Updating a Second Floor With a Gambrel Roofline

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As you may remember from previous posts, the second floor of this house was a big challenge - particularly for tall people.  So I had to think long and hard about how to change it for modern living. First requirement was to move the staircase to the new addition - but then what to do in the funky spot where the old staircase was?  With its low headroom, it really didn't have a lot of useful options. But as anyone that lives in an old house knows, storage is always lacking.  So why not make this space useful for storage?...

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High/Low: Stacked Shelving System, Muuto vs

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Urban Outfitters Edition It’s been 10 years since Muuto introduced its whimsical and highly versatile Stacked Shelving System, designed by Julien De Smedt of JDS Architects. Since then, new colors have been added, as have new accessories like sound-absorbing panels (in 2016) and a podium base (in 2012). Also on the market now: a knockoff of the stacked cubby look from Urban Outfitters. High Above: You can find Muuto Stacked Shelving System units at DWR or Danish Design Store. Think of the units as building blocks with which to construct your ideal storage solution. They come in a multitude of colors...

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CATCH OF THE DAY: What’s been cooking @ LAND’S END

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Hello Again Everyone!   HERE  As Promised,  is the kitchen at  LAND'S END I wish I could say that I'm finished with this room  but I'm not. I'm still fixing certain things I'm unhappy with- but I say this on every post don't I?  🤪 The main thing which has bugged me  right from the start, is  the Kitchen's countertop which I've already  remade  5 TIMES! The last 3 'Final' attempts were made  using a "self-stick' metallic contact paper,  which  😫 refuses to Stay Stuck! First it's Down  then it's Up! I've repeatedly wrestled with it,  trying to subdue it, but between me and the...

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24 Best Wood Storage Cabinets

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  FCH Bathroom Shelf Over Toilet Storage Space Saver Bathroom Cabinet Organization Wood Storage Cabinet White Finish 23 1/4″(L) x 8 11/16″(W) x 66 15/16″(H)FCH Bathroom Shelf Over Toilet Storage Space Saver Bathroom Cabinet Organization Wood Storage Cabinet White Finish 23 1/4″(L) x 8 11/16″(W) x 66 15/16″(H) - Easy to assemble, with all necessary illustrated instructions included. Adjustable shelves ideal for home organization and convenience, this cabinet is perfect for storing towels, toilet paper, soaps, and other surplus bathroom toiletries. Over-the-toilet storage cabinet is made of waterproof and moisture-proof sturdy mdf and smooth white finish that gives the bathroom a...

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