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Monday, 4 October 2021

The Fall Furniture Collections And Collabs That REALLY Caught Our Attention…

Tell me if you think this is weird: I click through every single spammy, selly email that comes into my inbox. Like I’m talking Bed Bath & Beyond to Uber Eats (and I’ve never even used Uber Eats, I’m more of a Postmates gal myself). But seriously this is true. I wake up, brush my teeth, open my computer and see “170 unread emails” and I know they’re all from huge brands that put the subject line as “LAST CHANCE TO BUY” or “HOT NEW SALE” so I almost never read them all the way through but I click every single one until I have no more notifications (and yes I’ve tried to put them in my junk inbox and I’ve tried to “unsubscribe” but somehow they always find their way back).

Now because I do this, sometimes 1 out of the 170 emails will catch my eye, especially if the subject line is “your flight confirmation” when I didn’t book a flight and then I realize it’s just a company trying to get me to click. And I do click. But sometimes the subject line is more simple like: “Lenny Kravitz just partnered with CB2.” AND I FRICKEN CLICK. The point is email marketing definitely works on me, but it’s not that often that they make me stop in my tracks and write a blog post about them. Last week, it was not 1, not even 2, but 3 emails that made my heart hop skip, and then jump. And, judging by the title I’m sure you can guess they all have one thing in common: new furniture collections and collabs. I’m sure you’re anxiously waiting to dig into them like I am (especially since I just brought up Lenny Kravitz), so let’s dive in…

I say we start with Anthropologie because 2/3 emails that made my heart flutter were from them and it’s ultimately what started the need to write this post. OH BOY their new fall collection is hitting different, let me show you:

Anthropologie

LIT FROM WITHIN

So speaking of the emails, I received TWO look books from Anthropologie. The first one is this kind of eclectic english granny vibe that’s AWESOME. I’m heavily into this gorgeous bench and these crazy fun floral chairs…that fabric is SERIOUSLY SO FUN.

Here are a few more picks: This VERY floral sectional, this pretty mirror, this ideal nightstand, and this great leather woven ottoman.

Then the second lookbook that graced my email was this more relaxed, calm, cool, collected one.

AT HEART & AT HOME

Okay…THAT COFFEE TABLE and its cousin, THAT CHAIR. They brought the fire and now it’s getting hot and heavy in here. I’m unsure which collection I like better because they’re both SO GOOD…like one feels brighter and happier and the other is curvy and sexy in a quiet way. To make a decision for yourself you can explore more of their house tours here, or you can just shop their new fall product here.

A few more picks: This awesome wicker floor lamp, this perfect still life wall art, this killer sconce, this sweet wire basket, and this wood mirror (BIG fan of the smaller size)

CB2 X Lenny Kravitz

A SEDUCTIVE GLOBAL AESTHETIC

I know I’ve been talking about the furniture making rooms hot and heavy but I swear I did not come up with “a seductive global aesthetic.” My guess is that was all Lenny Seriously though, I LOVE Lenny Kravitz in the design world (have you seen the Stanley House he designed? The main bedroom is SO GOOD). Honestly, it was only a matter of time before he did a collab with CB2 (I’ve been waiting). My favorite pieces are would be the lighting (like this lamp or this pendant) and this corduroy armless chair If you want to see more of the collection, you can click here.

But also here are a few more must-sees: This graphic rug, this luxe yet organic stool, this incredible bench, and this special side table.

Crate & Barrel X Shinola

When we were discussing these new fall collabs/collections, Emily just kept saying “ooh the Crate & Barrel one, include the Crate & Barrel one.” It is so delicious you guys. Jess cannot stop talking about how good this chair is and I can’t get over the fact that this couch looks like it’s a vintage find but it’s brand new (and delivers to your door). Last thing I’ll say is I want this rug. You can shop it all here.

You know I have a few more: This textured table lamp, these beautiful centerpiece bowls (very studio pottery in the best way), this great console table, and this perfect side table.

Urban Outfitters

Pied-à-Terre

Urban Outfitters has really been stepping up their game lately. Last year, they came out with the Isobel Collection which totally changed the game for trendy new furniture collections. They stepped it up this year with their Pied-à-T erre collection, which features this AWESOME cane bed and this really really good and sculptural dining chair. While this collection is more sophisticated, don’t you worry because they have another collection that’s totally avant basic –– cool aunts, you’re nieces will probably love anything from this UO fall collection called Scani Crush (cute name IMHO).

Some more for your eyeballs: This burl wood (I repeat, burl wood!) console table, these very cute curtain tie-backs, and this great bar cart.

Soho Home

It’s all about the sofas in the new Soho Home collection…I mean LOOK AT THIS. Okay but this rug is also just really great. So is this stool. Gah, it’s really everything about Soho Home – they’re DRIVING furniture design right now and it’s not hard to see why. I just. love. them.

Ok, two more: This dining table and this end table. AH!

Lulu and Georgia x Malene Barnett

Kindred Collection

Okay, THIS collection has some beautiful furniture pieces (like this bench and this console table) but the real star of the show is the wallpaper created by artist Malene Barnett. The Bequia wallpaper in indigo is so beautiful (look at the photos up close to see all of the gorgeous colors in there) but my favorite has to be the heritage wallpaper because of the insanely pretty texture – it truly looks like it’s handpainted!! 10/10 recommend this wallpaper collection for pretty much any room in your house – it’s AMAZING.

So those are the fall furniture collections and collabs that we could not stop talking about, so we had to share them with you guys Oh and of course go check out Emily’s favorites from Target. It’s FULL of really awesome stuff that she did an entire post about. Hopefully, you enjoyed this and if you have any more collections you’ve been staring at for a little too long – let us know in the comments below!! I’d love to CHAT!!!! See ya down there in a bit.

Opening Image Credit: via Crate & Barrel

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Sunday, 3 October 2021

The Link Up: Emily and Brian’s Favorite Account To Follow, Caitlin’s $20 Fall Sweater, and The Fall Boots In Our Carts Right Now

Hello all! It’s link up time! We hope your weeks were full of cozy fall weather –– we got 1 rainy day here in LA and now it’s back to 90 but it did make us a little excited for pumpkin season. We’ve got some fun things to share with you today so let’s just hop right on in:

This week’s home tour comes from one of our absolute favorite design sites, the design files (those Australians really know what they’re doing). It’s the founder of YSG Studio (who we briefly mentioned in our post “designers we would totally hire to design our homes“), Yasmine Ghoniem’s Bondi apartment and we are absolutely in LOVE. Check this one out, it truly deserved the house tour pick this week.

From Emily: Brian and I are so rarely obsessed with the same things so when he texted me to follow @uselessfarm and said ‘I’m very jealous and I want to be her’ I peaked. Also Brian follows like 9 people on instagram and is very not into social media (YET – there is still hope for us). But this account (mostly via tik tok) is exactly what Brian wants his life to be – living on farm with a bunch of super awkward rag tag group of useless and awkward farm animals. I more want eggs and goat cheese, etc, but he has this vision of what he wants and this lady is living it. You HAVE to follow her, watch her reels/tik toks and go to the site to read about each animal (and donate if you are super into what she does). Amanda, you have two new major fans over here.

From Jess: An artist I LOVE, Cristina Martinez, just came out with a collaboration with Nordstrom and it’s so fun! It’s full of colorful bold patterns and the kid stuff is so so cute. Go check it out!

From Mallory: It’s BOOT SZN Y’ALL!! Fall to me is the time of year to get black boots (I don’t know why I never wear any other color boots but that’s the way the cookie crumbles). The black boots I’ve been wearing for years are finally disintegrating (I’m just happy I got to spend so much valuable time with them before they kicked it – pun intended). But anyway, I’m in the market for a boot that will last for years because I know now that I’ll ALWAYS wear black boots. These beauties caught my eye (and they come in a bunch of other colors if you’re less of a black boot person, btw). But I’m also wondering are these a better purchase for that price??? Do you guys do ALL black boots or do you like a black and brown mix?? Let me know your thoughts

Also From Mallory: For my birthday my friend gave me a Gua Sha and OH MY GOD IT’S THE BEST THING EVER. I truly had zero idea how much I needed this thing. If you don’t know what it is, watch this video to give a little overview, but it basically comes from ancient chinese medicine and you take a jade (or another crystal) tool and rub it on your face to promote lymphatic drainage and it seriously WORKS. It’s like having a mini facial every day and I’m so into it. I didn’t know I need it but it was the best gift ever (cool aunts: this would be a great gift for your nieces too). Make sure you get one that’s a real stone..if you wanna shop on etsy and support a small business this one seems great!

From Caitlin: This week I popped into Target to do some returns and WOOPS, I slipped and then came out with two new pieces that I’m SO excited about. First up was this green fisherman sweater, which fits like a total dream. It was $20 and I got a size large, but now after seeing some review photos I kind of want to get another and size up because it drapes in such an awesome way. Crewneck pullover sweaters can be super tricky with 36F boobs but this one somehow falls super nicely and doesn’t make me look/feel like a brick (FWIW I am traditionally the queen of the shapeless brigade because I didn’t know something like this was an option and now I want a million of them). And then I also grabbed this corduroy dress which was the perfect mix of tight and loose, if that makes any sense – like, it skims your bod without making you feel like a lil’ stuffed sausage casing. Wore it on a date this week and it got great marks so I highly recommend!!!

Also from Caitlin: Em just told us that she got a washable zip-off mattress topper and now I’m like…WOW why isn’t EVERY mattress topper a zip-off?!?! My current mattress topper is, uh, a little worse for the wear – I guess 9 years and a spray-tan addiction will do that to ya – so I’m very excited that I’ll no longer feel horrified by the idea of anyone seeing my mattress sans-fitted sheet. #emfluenced

From Ryann: The only show worth watching right now is Ted Lasso IMHO. It’s the ultimate feel good show, as in it makes you laugh and cry but at the end of every episode you just feel all the warm fuzzy feelings about what it means to be human. Jason Sudekis is a treasure and needs to be protected at all costs!!! If you haven’t watched it yet I guarantee it’s worth your time and then some!

Opening Image Credit: Design by YSG Studio | Photo by Prue Ruscoe | via The Design Files

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Saturday, 2 October 2021

My Favorite Fall Lightweight Rain Coats, Comfortable Rain Boots, And Water-Resistant Running Shoes That You’ll Actually Enjoy Wearing In the Mud

I was highly unprepared, fooled by the 2 weeks of hot sun after landing in Portland. But as I looked at my weather app (HA CORRECTION AS MY IMPASSIONED METEOROLOGIST HUSBAND ANNOUNCED THE IMPENDING DOOM/RAIN like it was a 5-day countdown) it was time to shop and get prepared for the life unknown in the mud. My goal isn’t to look cool, it is to enjoy being outside with our kids (and dogs) for extended periods of time, and the only way I’m going to do that is to be comfortable. And remember it’s not summer (so I need to be able to layer) and yet it’s not cold yet – no parkas or sherpa coats. What we need are comfortable, movable, lightweight, layerable, weather-resistant clothes and shoes to play in the mud like the real moms we are.

Rain Jackets

I had a snow parka, but not a “rain jacket” (remember Oregonians don’t really do umbrellas unless running from the parking spot to the store) so I actually needed an education from my friends. They said – for fall you want a lightweight shell that you can layer under, but not a thin windbreaker or a rubber coat. It needs to be cozier, and at least one that ends below your bum so your pants (or at least seat) can stay dry. I looked online at Patagonia and Northface but they did feel more “winter” (too hot for now) but I found a couple that I really like thus far.

Trail Model Rain Coat

This L.L. Bean one is extremely lightweight (like throw in a bag easily) and has a drawstring if you are into that. It goes below the butt, is a nice color, and is sized nicely to easily layer over a sweatshirt. It has a good drape if you are into that. And listen there is something throwback about L.L. Bean that I love – it’s a heritage brand from Maine and that feels sweet and nostalgic to me.

Waterproof Jacket

Even though I had checked that box I was at the mall to find rain boots and popped into Lululemon like the MAM I am. It had been YEARS since I had been in, which I took as a sign of how great their product is (I loaded up in SOUPtember 2018 and have been wearing the same stuff since). I was disappointed in the colorways this time around and it just felt less cool in a lot of ways (I can’t get over their sizing – you have to size up like 3 full sizes). Now, this might have just been the buyer of this location, to be fair, but I just wasn’t attracted to very much at all (lots of teals and chartreuse). But I found this jacket in the men’s department, unbeknownst to me) and actually really liked it. Admittedly I’m not 100% sure I need both so this one might go back. This one has more structure and warmth than the L.L. Bean, is boxier, more oversized, and has a cooler pocket (???). It kinda feels like you are wearing your boyfriend’s coat, in a good way. I like the sleeves (little buttons that give the elbows volume). It has more of an athletic vibe…

My Favorite Rain Puffer

Lightweight Long Coat

I blogged about this last year and it’s still going strong – My Uniqlo lightweight long coat. Now, this is not technically “waterproof”, but it is weather-resistant and more importantly like wearing a blanket made of air. It’s magical. In winter at the mountain house, I would layer it with a fleece underneath but it’s actually perfect for drizzly morning walks just over a t-shirt for fall. I wore it in the rain (but not pouring) and didn’t feel a thing (but you wouldn’t go “play in the rain” in it). I originally had the short version and the vest (still do) but this one, down to my ankles and not bulky is a DREAM to wear.

Waterproof Running Shoes

Water-Resistant Running Shoes

Now these I wanted to be super waterproof. I have gotten very into power walking the pups, in the rain and mud and I’m not stopping. My Nike friends recommended their Gore-tex line but their fall hasn’t launched yet and the rain is here so to avoid wet feet Brian actually found me these from Columbia on sale for $75 and I’ve been wearing them daily (3 times daily). They have good treads for traversing the roads and trails and my feet stay bone dry in the rain. Do I wish they looked cooler? Not really but I know that they could be cooler. So knowing that these are something that will get a ton of wear and tear I’ve still got my eye on what will be launching soon.

Rain Boots (The Better Wellies IMHO)

Rain Boots

OH DID I FIND THEM AND I WILL NEVER GO BACK. These are like wearing Uggs, but outside and with a tiny bit of an edge. On the outside they look utilitarian and rugged, but they are so soft and comfortable inside. Not to mention how lightweight they are. They aren’t big cumbersome rubber boots that you have to layer like 4 socks under to have some cushion or warmth. They are insulated, but not fur-lined – so they’ll keep you cozy but not sweaty. DONE. And now that I know they make kids versions, as soon as my munchkins stop growing so fast that we have to buy two pairs of boots per season, I’m going to get some for the kids, too. (Although I do love a classic Hunter or Welly, for sure, especially for true puddle jumping)

Classic Rain Boots

Rain-Resistant Chelsea Boots (Low Rain Boots)

Chelsea Boots

I bought these a couple of years ago for the boot review but never actually needed them til now. YAY. They are super simple and classic and yes, they are stylish. These are great for general rainy days where I want to go out shopping – in and out of cars, etc but want to look somewhat stylish.

The Duck Shoe – (A Couple Fails But I Still Really Want Some)

Tall Boot

I may have gone on a bit of a L.L. Bean bender (and no, this was wine-free as it is SOUPtember) but I just got so excited to actually need a pair of these classic duck shoes (were these originally for duck hunting?). Neither worked out for different reasons but I wanted to show you anyway.

Navy Low Boot

I knew I could style these to look pretty darn cool, which again isn’t the point but I pictured wearing them to the pumpkin patch with the kids or just, I don’t know, enjoying a fall day out with friends feeling a little less basic.

So here I am, ready (or trying to get ready) for life in A LOT more rain. Of course, I’d love to get any more recs from those of you who know the rain life. xx

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Friday, 1 October 2021

3 Essential Rug Care Tips Every Pet Owner Should Know

Owning a pet has its advantages. However, it’s undoubtedly a pretty challenging thing to keep your house clean if you have a cat or dog at home. Aside from the mess, pets can also cause damage to furniture and upholstery.

And to make matters worse, most pets target rugs and carpets. Since these materials are soft and plush, these lovely creatures often find it interesting to scratch, chew, and pee on them. If you need help in protecting your stylish rugs at home, here are three essential rug care tips for pet-loving owners:

Moroccan rug in living room with a dog

1. Always Keep Pet Nails Trimmed

If you’re worried about your pets causing damage to your rugs, you don’t have to go to grave lengths such as de-clawing just to make sure their nails won’t compromise your pieces at home. In fact, just keeping their nails trimmed will do the trick.

If it’s possible, it would also be helpful to file their nails after trimming. In this way, their nails won’t be too long and sharp, which can prevent fabric snagging and running. This technique can even aid you in protecting other furniture from scratches.

2. Make it a Habit to Vacuum Often

Indeed, pets typically make a lot of mess. And though your pet does not shed a lot of fur, dander, debris, and dirt can still accumulate on your rugs since your pet is always roaming around different parts of your home.

For this reason, it’s vital that you make it a habit to vacuum your rugs and carpets frequently. This will eliminate trapped debris, allergen, fur, and many more in the fibers of your rugs. But there’s no actual need to fuss over cleaning up every single day. As much as possible, vacuum at least twice a week.

3. Potty Train Your Pet Properly

For some owners, dogs, unlike cats, can be challenging to potty train. But if you want to keep your furry pet from peeing on your rugs or carpets, it’s essential to teach them where they should pee or poop. In this way, you’ll be safe from the tedious task of cleaning your rugs due to stench and stains.

In the event that your pet does pee on your precious rug, then you must act on it immediately. Make sure to clean it quickly, as pet urine can stain and damage your flooring piece. And if you don’t have the time to wash your rug straight away, you can use a mild mixture of vinegar, water, and baking soda to clean the affected area.

Conclusion

As a pet owner and a homeowner, it’s your responsibility to protect both your home and your pet. And contrary to what others think, you really don’t have to make a choice between either of the two. Indeed, owning a pet can be delightful and problematic at the same time. But if you keep the tips above in mind, you’ll find that it’s not at all that difficult to keep your rugs safe, even when you have a cat or dog!

Atlas Weavers is a premier supplier of authentic Moroccan rugs handwoven with expert care and technique. Our aim is to provide clients with a means to experience the rich Moroccan tradition and culture through our creations. We also offer rug restoration services. If you require a reliable artisan to restore your damaged rug, give us a call to schedule an appointment!

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Here’s How To BEAT The Homeowner’s Emotional Reno Rollercoaster

Emily and Brian made it to Portland. I am so happy. It is going to be great having them nearby. Emily’s exuberance and passion for every little treasure and Brian’s kind and funny observations are such a joy to be around. Of course, they probably are not all that enthused at this point. Their lives are in boxes, in mud, dusty and dirty while making sure their kids feel somewhat stable and sheltered. What a challenge they have taken on!

The emotions associated with remodeling tend to follow a path that I share with many clients to help them see the light at the end of the tunnel, including Emily and Brian. So, they asked me to share what I told them with you.

I have a lot of compassion for people that go through these experiences. My favorite representation of the emotional ride that most experience is this chart:

It is surprisingly accurate. So, brace yourselves

1. Excitement

When I meet new clients for the first time, they are both excited and nervous, letting complete strangers into their home, telling them about their goals and dreams, being self-conscious about the state of their home, and trying to gauge these strangers’ personalities… what a moment. The first meeting is almost like a first date.

Clients want to get to know us and feel that they are being heard. Hiring the Design-Build firm you jive with is extremely important. You will know a lot about each other by the time the project is over. How do you know if you can trust these strangers with so much?

Our approach is to leave our egos at the door, focus only on the clients, and filter our thoughts through the gauge of what would we do if we were them, considering the house, their goals, and their financial situation?

And then there is experience. Let’s be honest, in construction one can fake it quite easily; it is not like we are doing brain surgery. Be sure to check up on CCB numbers and references. Not hiring an experienced team might seem like the less expensive route to go, but it can snowball into a nightmare quickly.

I tell my clients that feeling comfortable telling us their concerns and not worrying about hurting anyone’s feelings helps us all move the project in the right direction. We are lucky at ARCIFORM because we have worked with each other for so long that we can banter in front of the clients about our flaws and strengths, which makes it possible for them to get to know a little bit about us right away.

2. Reality Is Mind-Boggling

Unlike the chart above, we tread very lightly during the design process, way before final estimating, to be sure we align everyone’s expectations with reality while not hampering dreaming and the creative process. As so often is the case, money takes the fun out of things, and we try to address this hurdle head-on and not wait until the working drawings are all done to find out we have outlined a project that is too expensive.

Not to be too hard on reality tv, but I must say, the numbers they run for construction costs during their home improvement shows make me roll my eyes. They leave out half of the costs and one cannot purchase supplies for the prices they quote.

My Impression Of A Reality TV Remodel Budget:

Plans & Specs	Free
Project Management, Acquisitions & Delivery	Free
Permits	What?
Demo	Free
Waste Disposal	Free
Framing	???
Heating Cooling Plumbing Electrical	Why talk about that?
Windows and Doors	Free
Insulation	What?
Drywall	???
Flooring	Free
Cabinetry, Counters and Tile	Free
Millwork	???
Painting	???
Plumbing & Lighting Fixtures	Free
Appliances	Free
Furnishings	Free

Sometimes we might be a bit too straightforward about the costs of things since some clients want to be left in the dark as to how much they are spending, but we rather have this difficult conversation early on.

We run preliminary designs by our construction team and our trusted subs as soon as possible.

Then we have “The Talk.” This is when the first emotional crash happens. In my mind, it is the hardest.

The Dream

The Reality

But once we move beyond it, we can make informed decisions from here on out. As I hear so often, construction is a game of averages. One thing may go great or cost less and then the next takes longer and gets spendy. Overall, we come out right where we’re meant to.

3. Shopping

This is euphoria for some and an identity crisis for others… or both. We make as many of the decisions before we do the final estimate and start construction to control costs and timeframes. Choosing what goes where, how big to make a window, which light brightens which corner, which lightbulb puts out the most flattering light, which tile pattern makes you the happiest… there is so very much to consider.

For the best results, the space plan, shapes, and volumes, all the finishes, fixtures, case goods, windows, doors, millwork, hardware should be considered in context. We take it one step at a time, circle back, document it all, and wrap it up in a tidy package.

4. The Dirty Work!

Now that we know what we are building and for how much we are feeling good. Construction begins! Yes! Finally, we get to see things taking shape. – Hold it! What! Noise, dust, destruction. Strangers in my house at 7:30 in the morning. For how long did you say? More strangers? My house is being temporarily supported by what?

Our clients are champions of flexibility? From doing the dishes on their porch in snowy weather to…

having microwave and barbeque cook-offs with our carpenters.

We often build temporary kitchens in basements which have their own “charm”:

There are times during construction when it seems nothing is happening. Electricians are monkeying around in the basement for days, parts are broken and need to be reordered, one carpenter is sick and now the domino effect of rescheduling causes frustration. And the sheetrock dust – no matter how many protective measures we take, the fine dust sneaks through and will find a way to settle where it is not welcome. This is all so normal, and I am so thankful for the project managers, site leads, and carpenters for focusing on the tasks at hand, keeping their cool, shuffling and sorting and keeping everyone informed.

I wanted to bring in another perspective, so I asked my friend of almost 30 years what she remembers unfavorably from the many years she had Arciform remodel her home:

“I’ve been remodeling my house for over twenty years, starting with structural issues like dry rot and drafty windows, then moving on to more creative, albeit necessary, projects. When I think about the process, it’s very easy to access the bad memories. I once googled why we remember bad things so easily, instead of good, and one theory was that it harkens back to living in a cave and having to remember which plants killed your friend, or where the sabretooth tiger lived. Unfortunately, or maybe fortunately, my memories never got in the way of me doing another project. Though sometimes it took a while for me to get back on that horse, that’s for sure.

I did not move out during the process. At the crack of dawn, I would go downstairs to get my coffee before work. I take milk in my coffee. During this project, my refrigerator kept moving around the house, and in the dark early morning of winter I would crack my foot almost every day on some new pile of construction the guys left blocking the new route to the fridge. I’m pretty sure they did this on purpose. You get paranoid after a while, you know?”

This friend supplied our crew with Red-Bull to make them work faster:)

And last but not least, probably my favoite story is when we were in the middle of a kitchen remodel and our lead carpenter Jack was buckling up his tool belt to start right at 7:30 am when a sleepy client walks into the kitchen to get his coffee, stark naked. Sadly I do not have a picture of this. But we will never let this client live this one down.

5. How Lucky We Are

Now is when all the hard work and emotional ups and downs show fruit. The sheetrock is up, the dust has been swept up, and yes (!), the tile is being set, the floors are going in, so are the cabinets and counters and finally the beautiful hardware and light fixtures. Every day is a new surprise, and, in my experience, the reality is always better than our imaginations.

Let the team finish their work before putting up the blue tape. We do a walk-through when we feel we are all done to make sure you are happy with everything. We also come back a year later to repair where paint seams and caulk lines might have opened through a full rotation of the seasons.

As Emily says, we are truly privileged to be able to do this for ourselves and our families, and while it is stressful, it is also an extremely rewarding experience. Hang in there!

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