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Where Sarah, and sometimes Steve, share design projects, renovation advice, and other project-related insights.

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5 Ways to Transform your Tuscan Style Interiors Without a Major Renovation

Tuscan-style interiors were the trend of the ‘90s, with dark cabinetry, granite countertops, and travertine from wall to wall. But now, it’s 20+ years later, and your Tuscan-style home no longer feels like the reigning king of style. If you’re ready to trade those dark tones and dated materials for light, bright, and fresh, you’re in luck! Today, I’m sharing 5 ways you can make cosmetic updates that will give you the refresh you crave without requiring major construction…

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1940s Fixer Upper: Patience & Progress in Pensacola

Wow…it’s been 6 months since we’ve updated you on our 1940s Fixer Upper! If you had told us last February (when we closed on the house) that this would be a 12-month remodel, I would have said, “No way.” Yes way. Progress has been slow, patience has been at an all-time high, but after many months, we are finally nearing the finish line. We couldn’t be happier. Here is what we have experienced and achieved since the last update…

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Cabinetry 101: 5 Steps to Selecting Cabinets with High-Quality Craftsmanship

Welcome to Part 2 of Cabinetry 101, where we’ll be talking about everything you need to know about the cabinets’ style and construction. While this isn’t as exciting as deciding on various colors and hardware details, the construction and features of the cabinets are like the foundation of a house. Build on a good foundation, and the rest will fall into place. Choose the right cabinetry construction, and your design will shine. Keep reading to find out how…

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Cabinetry 101: What to Know about the Investment, Quality & Source

Did you know that there is far more to cabinet selection than just choosing the door style and color? That’s why, as part of our planning process, we always take our clients to the cabinet showroom for a first-hand look at the differences in quality, functionality, and style. Steve refers to this as “Cabinetry 101.” Today, I’m inviting you to an abbreviated version of Cabinetry 101 and answering 4 of the top FAQs we hear every time…

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5 Decade-Defining Features in Florida Homes & How to Update Them

I’ve been in many homes here on the Gulf coast, and I can tell you that I’ve seen some definite patterns in the types of decade-defining features homeowners are likely to be living with — or buying, if they just moved or transferred here. While not all of these dated design elements need to be given the boot, if they feel out of place to you, there are several solutions you can implement, from renovating to a cosmetic refresh.

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