A young couple was able to experience the rural home they desired while living in New Haven, Connecticut. Although their home is in the suburbs, a large yard and forest bordering the yard provides a country setting. The home was built in the 1930s and burned to the roof-line at one time. The structure of the house survived the fire and the char present in the beams gives the home character and … [Read more...]
The Art of the Unfinished Decor
Leaving a project unfinished may seem like sloppy work, but if it's done in the right way, it can have a fantastic effect on your home's decor. Check out these ways to expose the innards of your house tastefully: Structural Wood - The most common exposure, allowing the joists to show can be used to great effect. Work around the type of wood: for dark woods, combining them with a white ceiling … [Read more...]