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Building Moxie with Elizabeth Cb Marsh :: A Month in the Life with an Associate Interior Designer :: Intro

This post is the first of four, in which I/we discuss working with clients, working in Baltimore, and finding and defining style. I/we discuss the practical challenges and the management of projects,...

by jb bartkowiak

Stone and Tree Drywall art above Arched Opening

What to Know About Creating Drywall Art

Have you ever considered drywall art for your home? When it comes to making personalizing your home, there are a number of different things you can do; room remodeling, repainting, new appliances...

by Randy Piccoli

Air Conditioner Maintenance :: Keep Your Conditioner Performing Its Best

Hopefully your conditioner is serving you well, especially in this summer's heat, it's wise not to forget about the regular air conditioner maintenance that your system requires. Read on for some tips...

by Charles Gaines

Designing a Contemporary Railing :: Not to be De-Railed the Decor Girl Does Her Railing

Remodeling

As part of our ongoing remodeling project of a rather cool 1978 contemporary house, the latest improvement has been a new exterior railings. Ideally this would have been one of the last...

by Lisa Smith

Creating a Craft Room That’s Safe for Your Toddler

Creating a craft room for your toddler is a great way to encourage your child's creativity. The craft area doesn't have to be expensive or elaborate. An unused closet or spare bedroom...

by Elli Bishop

What Every Homeowner Should Know About Vinyl Siding :: Benefits, Maintenance & More

Vinyl siding is a favorite of homeowners all over for a number of reasons. Because siding is one of the most important parts of a home's exterior, you should know all about...

by Mark Cunningham

How To Keep Outdoor Furniture Looking New :: Teak Tips & Cleaning Tricks

Products

With the summer season in full swing, people around the country are taking to the outdoors. From backyard BBQs to rooftop bars, it is important to keep that outdoor furniture looking fresh....

by jb bartkowiak

Mrs Moxie Flips Out :: The Bride of Building Moxie Flips Houses

Remodeling

This particular house, a Colonial (I guess), sits less than a mile from ours. After a short shopping period, she purchased it for a near rock bottom price . . . after...

by jb bartkowiak

New England Yankee Design Sensibilities :: An Essay from Tamara Matthews-Stephenson

Having just returned from a family trip to New England where we meandered through Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire and the island of Martha’s Vineyard I am inspired by the Yankee traditions of...

by Tamara Matthews Stephenson

For Pros Only :: The Home Depot FIRST for Pro Program (Part 3)

I wanted to begin this final installment on the Home Depot FIRST for Pro program by stating that this visit to my local store, in which I did invest some time, had...

by Barry Morgan

Five Costly (and Common) Roofing Mistakes :: Picking the Right Contractor & More

Thousands of roofs are repaired or replaced every year. Seeing that your roof is key in keeping you warm as well as dry all year round obtaining the best roofing services is...

by Bob Anderson

For Pros Only :: The Home Depot FIRST for Pro Program (Part 2)

The Home Depot, First for Pro program was first rolled out about a year ago and as Bill Krum put it: "We keep building on it as we go." FIRST For Pro...

by Barry Morgan