Designers and architects definitely have a lingo of their own, and sometimes it can be confusing to homeowners. Read on to find out what they mean when they say they will create an “elevation” drawing for your project… Pin It… Continue Reading
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What Is Patina?
The word “patina” comes up often in design and decorating, but not everyone knows its meaning. Read on for a quick review of the word and how to bring it home… Pin It… Continue Reading
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What Is a Cafe Curtain?
The term “cafe curtain” may not mean much to you if you aren’t in the design or decorating industries. But, it may just be the perfect window treatment for your home! Read on to learn more… Pin It… Continue Reading
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What is a Pendant Light?
If you’ve built a home or remodeled your kitchen recently, you probably ran across pendant lights in your search for new light fixtures. Read on for a quick primer on pendants and how to use them… Pin It… Continue Reading
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What Is a Soffit?
Designers and contractors throw around the term “soffit” quite often, but if you aren’t familiar with it you may be wondering what a “soffit” really is. Read on to find out… Pin It… Continue Reading
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What Is Universal Design?
If you have ever been in a public building, you have experienced the benefits of universal design, but you may not be familiar with the term. Read on to find out more about universal design. Pin It… Continue Reading
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What Is a Murphy Bed?
Have you heard of a “Murphy Bed” but have no idea what it is? Read on… Pin It… Continue Reading
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What Is a Nominal Measurement?
Ceramic tile and lumber are both often sold in “nominal” sizes. If you don’t understand that this means, you may be in for trouble when you begin your next remodeling project. Read on to find out more about this design and construction industry term. Pin It… Continue Reading
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What Is Shagreen?
Shagreen decorative items have been around since the time of the dynasties in China, and were popular in France hundreds of years ago. We are seeing a surge in its popularity once again, but do you know what shagreen actually is? Pin It… Continue Reading
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What Is Daylighting?
As environmentally-friendly design has become a part of the mainstream, you may have heard the term “daylighting” used to describe a particular green design technique. But, what is it? Pin It… Continue Reading
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