RENOVATE – REMODEL – DECORATE
Ever since the incredibly destructive Marshall Fire in 2021, when I look at my phone in the morning for the day's weather, I see two words on a regular basis: "Fire Weather." What a great way to wake up. This week we've had Fire Weather almost every day. If you're not from here and you're… Continue reading Shrugging at Fire Weather
School has started again out here in Colorado and I wonder when did it change to going back in early to mid August? When I was a kid it was always the day after Labor Day and I relished those last weeks of August when it was still hot and the days were still long.… Continue reading A Dramatic Black & White Kitchen
“Give me an old house full of memories and I will give you hundred novels!” ― Mehmet Murat Ildan This 1908 home is situated adjacent to City Park, Denver's largest park and one of the city's oldest urban spaces. When I first walked into this home, it had been partially gutted and I felt the age of… Continue reading Reimagining the Denver Square
I design kitchens for a living and I have not had time to properly prepare a meal for myself and my family in quite a while. I bought myself an Insta-Pot as an early Christmas present and, for better or for worse, I've been using it like it was the last appliance on earth. I'm… Continue reading Current Sensibility: Kitchens for People Who Don’t Have Time to Cook
Self-reflection is not enjoyable. At the end of this unnamed decade, I find myself wanting to reflect, consider and plan for the next decade but, ironically, I first need to carve out the time from a tortured work/life schedule. I've added so many layers to my life with work, the podcast, family time and health… Continue reading Current Sensibility: Creativity and Free Time
I'm excited to share this kitchen with you! This kitchen renovation floated along with very few hiccups. I tend to work mostly on homes that are 60 plus years old and this home was built in 2006 - a young buck! In contrast to the 110 year old homes that are my usual wheelhouse, recent… Continue reading Before & After: A Warm, Modern Kitchen
Is anyone else in the Denver area fantasizing about moving to Kaua'i or Florida's Gulf Coast this week? Just me? Winter weather before Halloween is ridiculous; it's unfair and it's making me have general regrets. Our town sent out an email reminding everyone to shovel their walks for the trick-or-treaters. Severe cold in October causes… Continue reading Before & After: Classic Kitchen in Denver
We have about one more month of summer left and because school is starting, my mind is starting to think sweaters, leaves, fireplaces but it's still 90 degrees everyday and the dogs are shedding like they're in a competition (Nelson, the lab mix, would win). I am so tired of the fur in the house.… Continue reading Kitchen Flooring Trend: Follow the Red Brick Floor
This is a busy time of year for my business - things typically are a little slow after Christmas into February and then they pick up just in time for warmer weather. Unlike other years, I've had quite a few clients booked well in advance for starting this spring and summer, which is great. I've… Continue reading Kitchen Trends 2019: Dark and Moody Vibes
I am home today awaiting what's called a "Bomb Cyclone" which is a rare weather phenomenon that I had never heard of up until yesterday. I feel incredibly skeptical, but maybe that's how Floridians and other feel when forecasters warn of a hurricane and they look outside and see a little rain. This Bomb Cyclone… Continue reading Before & After: Sunlight in a Small, Vintage Style, White Kitchen
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