The kitchen is the heart of the home. The design of this space can greatly affect the functionality and feel of your living space. One of the most significant design decisions to make when planning a kitchen is whether to have an open or closed layout. In this blog post, we’ll explore the pros and cons of each design to…
Extra organization in the kitchen is one of the most requested “must haves” for their new space. Toe-kick drawers are a great way to sneak in extra storage, no matter the size of the space. In our modern basement bar project, I included a toe-kick drawer as extra hidden storage area. Admittedly, not exactly necessary for a basement bar. But,…
The classic kitchen design is timeless, fresh and simple, instead of traditional, dark, and complicated. That’s a pretty wide blanket, but so are most of the definitions out there. Instead of trying to define a style, it’s best to focus more on the elements that shape classic kitchen design. Focus on neutral cabinet colors for a classic kitchen design Although white…
UPDATE: AS OF 2020/2021 IKEA APPLIANCES ARE NOW UNBRANDED FRIGIDAIRE (ELECTROLUX). I will continue to dig into this change and see if I can find any updated reviews in terms of reliability, function, and overall satisfaction with the new appliance lineup. As I mention below, I have not used IKEA appliances in any past renovation. This change to Frigidaire won’t…
Beginning your IKEA kitchen renovation can be full of bewildering choices and head scratching unknowns. This minefield is full of common kitchen design mistakes that must be avoided. Most of these mistakes seem like common sense and straightforward, however, there are a few that will make or break your final kitchen design. I have been there. It’s easy to get…
Window shutters are a great way to add that extra touch of curb appeal to your home. However, not all house styles lend themselves to the traditional farmhouse window shutter. This was the case at The Partridge House, so we created some easy DIY modern window shutters to suit the rest of the house design. They have a sleek modern…
Installing peel and stick wallpaper is one of the easiest ways to spice up a room in your house. Better yet, this hassle free project is a great way to get your feet wet in DIY projects. So how easy is it to install peel and stick wallpaper? Easier than you might think. If you aren’t interested in the written…
Healthy soil is key to getting the most out of your backyard garden. Whether you are just starting to grow your own food or a seasoned veteran, performing a few simple soil tests can be the difference between beautiful red tomatoes and a plant that won’t even flower. You can send a soil sample to a lab for an in…
How do I start growing my own food at home? This is the overarching theme of almost half of the emails we receive. The interest in growing food at home has skyrocketed over the past few months. This seems largely due to the devastation being caused by Covid-19. Regardless the reason, now is as good a time as any to…