Kitchen and Bath Renovations Article

My most recent interior design article, about kitchen and bath renovations, was published last week in the special “Home” section of The Jewish Advocate.  In the article, I discuss some ways to keep sane during the renovation process and provide tips on how to design a functional kitchen and bath. The topic is quite timely for me and my clients, since I’m currently working on...
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Murphy’s Law

I know, it’s been ages since I’ve posted on my blog.  But from my perspective, that’s good; I’ve been so engrossed in a number of projects, I haven’t had time to blog.  I’m working on the renovation of a condo building lobby in Quincy, a new law office in Newton, two bathrooms (one reno and one new), and several color consultations and Space Lifts (sm). So...
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Frustration-Free Renovation Tips

My bathroom renovation is moving along.  Not only will I have a new bathroom when it’s complete, but I’ll have many valuable insights to offer my clients about the renovation process! It took seven days (!) to demolish the bathroom down to the studs.  The shower walls were filled with close to 3″ of concrete and plaster in addition to two layers of tile.  And the floor had...
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Finally, My Own Renovation!

Well, it’s finally happening!  As I write this, my master bathroom is being demolished.  After helping numerous clients create the bathrooms of their dreams, I decided to bite the bullet and renovate my own bathroom. You could say I’m like the proverbial cobbler’s children who go shoeless because their father is so busy making shoes for other people he doesn’t have time...
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Kitchen & Bath Trends 2010

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) has announced the top 10 kitchen and bath design trends emerging from the 2010 NKBA Design Competition.  They are: Concealed Kitchens Beverage Stations Scaling of Elements Color with Energy Soft Geometry Space Subtleties Design Framing Varying Heights Japanese Influences Art Integration You can read the details on these trends in the NKBA...
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