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, game room, bedroom, and bath.
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What is your favorite design style? Traditional? Minimalist? Does the current farmhouse trend with reclaimed wood, wrought iron accents, and vintage elements catch your eye? Kim and Dan, of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, admit to having rather mixed tastes when it comes to renovating their 1950-era Cape Cod home.
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One of the highlights of summer is enjoying fresh-grown produce from a local Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farm. But if you’re lucky enough to live near Afton, Minnesota, you don’t have to wait until summer because the 10th Street Farm & Market has fresh produce all year long.
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One of our favorite trends is the conversion of old barns into vibrant new spaces such as homes, workshops, and entertainment venues. If you missed the amazing barn-to-home renovation Brooke tackled in Vermont, be sure to check out those posts here.
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When looking for a home, buyers often have a laundry list of must-have features ranging from a desired floor plan to granite countertops or a hot tub on the deck. For Katie and her husband, the list included ADA features to make their home easily accessible as Katie is a disabled veteran.
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When Susan and her husband, Ethan, purchased his childhood home in Cincinnati, Ohio, they spent three years restoring it with help from Jackie Barnes Design. As they considered upgrades for the basement, Susan wanted the space to be useful and to promote creativity in their three boys — Jackson, 11, Ben, 7, and Thomas, 5.
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