A window seat has such a cozy, alluring appeal to it. What better place to curl up with a good book on a rainy day or enjoy a warm drink and close conversation with someone special?An alcove or bay window presents an ideal location... Read More »
It’s a warm spring morning, and the scents and sounds of nature waft gently through your open French doors, waking you to a new day. Okay, so maybe that sounds a little too much like a fairytale. Enjoying a lovely French door in... Read More »
A storm door is an “extra” exterior door installed over an existing door. More common in northern climates, a storm door acts as insulation by trapping a layer of air between the first door and the storm door.Manufactured in solid... Read More »
Many improvements have been made in the engineering of windows over the past twenty years. Windows are important to a home; they bring light and style and are a key element in energy efficiency. If your utility bills are out of control,... Read More »
A dormer uses a window built into the gabled extension protruding out of the roof. These windows can be inaccessible, and for aesthetic purposes only, or can be a clever way to add light and extra space to an upstairs room. Because... Read More »
With increased awareness of eco-friendly homes, more is being done with less. All too often homes are built with large, wasted spaces. This translates into energy inefficiency and waste of building products. Initially, a small room... Read More »
In times past, windows in the kitchen served more of a practical purpose, that of lighting and ventilation while a busy housewife spent hours cooking, canning, and washing dishes. With the invention of modern appliances, processed... Read More »
The front door is the entrance to your domain and the defining feature of your home’s exterior. More than that, it is also the barrier between the outside world and the tranquility of your home. Why not make it the most attractive,... Read More »
We often take windows for granted, but they really play a key role in our home design. They provide light, style, and ventilation, as well as energy control. Proper placement and window design are important to consider when remodeling... Read More »
Windows are an essential part of home design, and having the proper placement, the right sizes, and the right energy glazes are all important elements. Most windows come in fairly standard sizes, either rectangular or square. Occasionally,... Read More »
Glass art – the use of glass as an artistic medium. There are a few ways you can turn glass into art. Stained glass, lampworking, glass beadmaking, glass casting, glass fusing, and glass blowing – all very fun to do! The use of... Read More »
The options available for draping windows with ready-to-install curtain panels and top treatments are plentiful these days. And not only are there many varieties of soft window coverings available – the variety of decorative and... Read More »