Design
Project Case Studies
Historic Urban Remodel Gets Modern Charm
The renovation of a historic carriage house updates the past and brings it directly into the 21st century.
By Andrea Girolamo,
November 2008
Showhouse Spotlights
Showhouse Saves Energy and Shows Off Style
A famous frog once sang it isn’t easy being green.
By Amanda O’Mahony,
November 2008
Winner's Circle
Kitchen Named National CotY Award Winner
One CotY award-winning firm brought the splendor of nature indoors to wow NARI’s panel of judges.
By Amanda O’Mahony,
September 2008
Design Updates
Life Styles and Stages Reflected in Idea Center
This year’s Design Idea Center, sponsored by Meredith Corp. and displayed at the recent K/BIS, featured designs for homeowners of every age and stripe.
By Anita Shaw,
June 2008
Healthy Baths
Water, Air Purity Key to Creating Healthy Baths
Given the new exposure that many home-related health topics have had, from the exploding rate of asthma in the U.S. to the controversial debate on radon emissions from granite countertops, these issues should gain a certain new importance in the updated dialogue between client and designer.
By Andrea Girolamo,
September 2008
Healthy Kitchens
Cabinets Impact Healthy Kitchen Designs
Staying educated about available cabinetry choices can make all the difference in healthy kitchen design.
By Andrea Girolamo,
November 2007