The taboo-iest of all taboo topics on aging in place… The Grab Bar! Why Are Grab Bars So Scary? Grab bars scare people because they conjure images of disability and loss of independence. When we start to think about a grab bar we have transitioned from bars that mean fun to bars that mean feeble. […]
Archives for January 2019
How to Get the Restoration Hardware Look
What is Loft Chic? Well, to be completely honest, it is a term I made up to describe a style that is a blend of contemporary, modern, and traditional with touches of industrial or rough-hewn goods thrown in. It’s what I lovingly call the Restoration Hardware look, but I’m pretty sure that Restoration Hardware might […]
Accent Chairs: How Much Should I Spend?
This week I’m going to be talking about accent chairs. If you are at all familiar with my “How Much Should I Spend…” series you know that it’s really about getting the best bang for your buck. If you regularly read my blog, you also know that I am ALL about quality. I am big […]
3 Reasons You Should Plan Your Next Major Remodel
Plan Your Remodel Let’s just go ahead and dive right in! Today we’re talk about two of my favorite taboo subjects… Planning & Budget! I guess I’m just a bit of a sadist, but I actually enjoy these topic even though they make most people squirm. I also love to talk about aging and how […]
Happy New Year, Welcome Home!
Well, maybe not quite yet! If you’ve been dreaming of remodeling your kitchen, bathrooms, or even your whole home you may have started some initial planning, but chances are you’re stuck because you don’t know what to expect, you don’t know where to start, and you probably don’t want to think about the bill. Rug […]
