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Modern Icon: Alexander Girard (14 photos)

admin1 — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:18 +0000

Houzz – Home Design, Decorating and Remodeling Ideas and Inspiration, Kitchen and Bathroom Design

Alexander Girard has been called the greatest colorist and textile designer of modern time. He began his career as an architect and interior designer in the 1920s. In 1949 he was tapped to design the Detroit Institute of Art’s exhibit For Modern Living.…

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Your Home: Vintage Color (9 photos)

admin1 — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:03:49 +0000

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Many people like vintage-style interiors because they are light, airy and unfussy. For some, this look gives their home a touch of romance. And for others, it takes them back to a simpler place in time. With a vintage look you’ll often see a combination of whites and off-whites (which provides that…

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Doors Open to Color (8 photos)

admin1 — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:38 +0000

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People have long been painting their front doors bright hues to add interest and curb appeal. Why not bring that same idea inside your home to your interior doors? You can paint doors to go with the color scheme of a room or to add that pop of color your space may be missing.

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Houzz Tour: Child-Friendly Two-Bedroom in Chicago (10 photos)

admin1 — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 00:08:21 +0000

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Blogger and stay-at-home mom Jiye Lee once read an article about how the French don’t babyproof their homes; they just use common sense. This simple wisdom rang true for Lee and her husband, and stayed with them as they redesigned their home….

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Houzzers Say: Dream Kitchen Must-Haves (17 photos)

admin1 — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 00:27:32 +0000

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We’re continuing with Houzzers’ replies to MelissaL’s question, which asked for your “must-haves/cool ideas” for a new custom home. Today we’ll be looking at all of the features you suggested for the kitchen; some are time-proven standbys, and some are on the cutting edge. Themes…

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Houzz Tour: Eclectic Los Angeles Bungalow (10 photos)

admin1 — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:02:58 +0000

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Echo Park in Los Angeles attracts many artists looking for refuge from the glittery veneer of Hollywood. So it’s no surprise that design consultant Justina Blakeney found herself (and her baby-to-be, as she’s 18 weeks pregnant) in…

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New Video Showcasing Great Work by Weidmann Remodeling

admin1 — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:02:55 +0000

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As the weather gets warmer, you may want to create a beautiful outdoor entertaining space. This video shows you how a NARI Atlanta contractor built an incredible outdoor living area as well as a complete kitchen renovation. This extraordinary project was done by Weidmann Remodeling. The video featuring NARI Atlanta member Weidmann Remodeling aired on Atlanta’s Home And Style and was produced by Marietta Video Productions.

See the video for yourself on Youtube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMSAgqpqKls

How amazing is the work that Weidmann did on this? They truly did an incredible job, but that’s what we’ve all come to expect from one of Atlanta’s leading remodeling contractors. Leave a comment in the comments section and let us know what you like about this project!

If you’re planning a remodel for your Atlanta area home, be sure that you choose an official NARI Atlanta member for your job, and you’ll be guaranteed to receive the best remodeling work available anywhere.

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11 Ways to Dress Up Your Breakfast Nook (10 photos)

admin1 — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:13:56 +0000

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In todays smaller, more contemporary homes, were often seeing more open layouts that dont include a specific room dedicated to a dining space. This often leaves homes with only one eating area. Since that space should be appropriate for everything from a casual breakfast to a dinner party for…

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Homeowners Emphasizing Remodeling Over Relocation

admin1 — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:13:52 +0000

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Difficulties in real estate markets have left a lot of people wondering about what’s best to do for their personal financial situations. With so much uncertainty in the market, selling a home and moving into a new one carries with it a lot of risk that many people are wise to be wary of. Even when uncertainty isn’t a problem, lower average listing prices in many areas has people hesitant to sell their homes.

So what option are homeowners choosing instead? Believe it or not, more and more they’re turning to remodeling projects as a way of bringing new life to their home surroundings and also in an effort to make smart investments in their home, according to a new report from the LA Times.

Just how exactly can we tell that home remodeling is becoming the new norm for homeowners? How about the fact that money spent on remodeling projects and materials was significantly more than that which was spent on new home constructions toward the end of last year? That’s an especially surprising fact, considering new home construction often out-sold remodeling expenditures by around 3 to 1 in the past. This clearly shows that more and more homeowners are finding value in staying put in their homes and investing in them through updates and remodels to their home as they try to make living a bit more comfortable and enjoyable.

If doing a home remodeling project sounds just like what you need for your Atlanta area home, you’ll want to make sure you work with a reliable, dependable contractor who will strive for the best work possible. Our certified NARI Atlanta contractors are just the ones you’re looking for, so visit our official site to find out about local remodeling contractors near you.

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Let Your Headboard Inspire the Whole Bedroom (19 photos)

admin1 — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:30:49 +0000

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A great headboard is a work of art that grounds a bedroom. Often, a show-stopping headboard makes enough of an impact that a room will feel complete with hardly any additional decoration. But there are some basic components every room should have, regardless of whether the headboard is a statement piece…

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