Walking into The Lede feels like you’re entering a hip and colorful art museum rather than one of Oakland, California’s favorite eateries. This funky neighborhood bar and restaurant was born from a group of creative types who believe in the power of nourishing and strengthening communities through food and partnerships. Read More »
Early 20th century lighting was typically little more than a bare bulb hanging from a cord. To help reduce glare and increase worker safety in factories, lighting manufacturers created shallow-domed shades to cover the bulbs and create more focused task lighting. Those early RLM-style shades have come a long way, but the vintage look is […]
Wallpaper continues to be one of the biggest design trends of 2022, and consumers show no signs of abandoning the countless options now available. Wallpaper can transform a room by adding color, depth, and visual interest while creating an instant focal point in a space. Read More »
When your home has been standing for 130-plus years, you take a long and careful look before making changes. Cindy and her husband had always wanted an attached garage for their Victorian home built in 1892, but they didn’t want the addition to look like it didn’t belong. Read More »
Every renovation project starts with questions. What is our design direction? What feel are we trying to convey with color and materials? How will furniture and other accessories affect the flow of a space? When the owners of Biggerstaff Brewing Company started planning for their new space located in the heart of Atlanta, they wanted […]
Perspective is everything. Take an unfinished basement for example. While some people see a dark, damp space full of creepy-crawly things, others see potential. Plenty of potential! Such was the case for Jim who purchased a home in Peachtree Corners, Georgia, with an unfinished basement. He envisioned a comfortable, inviting space with a TV room, […]
