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Falls United Methodist Church was transformed from a place of worship to a residence and office space that includes 20 suites that serve as an incubator for several small businesses. Designers repurposed the building without completely erasing its original function, constructing a mezzanine to increase space and using organ pipes to create a 15-foot-long light fixture above a table.
Let there be light, abundant natural light
A little over 16 years ago, I was driving down Indian Queen Lane and saw a “for sale” sign in front of the Falls United Methodist Church. I knew right away that I wanted it.  more
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In this renovation project, Architectural Interiors enlarged a small kitchen by expanding it into one half of a two-car garage, creating a space for eating and also for relaxing by the fire.
A renovation checklist: Will upgrades be worth it?
The real estate market appears to have cooled somewhat. But no matter what the market trends are, there always seems to be an interest in renovation. more
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Mirror, Mirror: finding the value in light
I was returning voicemails while vacationing in Monte Verde, Costa Rica, when I got a call from a most curious gentleman. We spoke for over an hour about design, travel and whimsy.  more
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Retaining preservation craftsmen, Patricia Cove restored the DeWelsh home to house the university president’s office, and numerous other offices throughout the building. Special preservation techniques were employed to restore the original leaded windows, mahogany cabinets, beamed ceilings and limestone fireplaces.
Renovation versus restoration: One professional's guide
If you own an historically significant building, you may be interested in a firm that specializes in the preservation and design of buildings built within a specific time frame.  more
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One of the hottest gardening trends of 2023 is using your green space to grow food.
Top 2023 gardening trends spark green inspiration
If the prospect of a frigid February and arctic March makes you daydream about sunny days tending your garden, then the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society has compiled a list to prepare you for the spring ahead. more
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With rearranging and new cabinet fronts, a dull builder’s kitchen became an elegant oasis.
When you’re renovating, one thing leads to another
When Megan and Mario reached out to us they were thrilled about closing on their new property on Green Street.  Our task was to create a plan to refresh the very dated kitchen. more
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Being surrounded by personal possessions is more important than having a trendy interior.
Will the latest trends turn your house into a home?
From the mauve colors of the 1980s to the grays that started around 2010, from the fussy furnishings of 1985 to the clean lines of 2022, there are always new “rules” to follow. more
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The implicit message in a “builder grade” house devoid of thought or soul was “Go directly to jail. Do not pass Go. Do not collect your thoughts” -- and then the residence was transformed by a modern approach that accented the space’s natural openness.
From ‘builder grade’ to beautiful
From time to time, we have clients coming to us to solve what we have come to call “builder grade” problems. more
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A tree covered in pine cones and ribbons, reminiscent of Colonial Williamsburg.
A Williamsburg Christmas echoes a colonial era
As we approach the holidays with great anticipation, we begin to see the season take shape before us: the garlands on the poles along Germantown Avenue, the twinkling lights, the big red bows, the the aroma of balsam fir.  more
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Instead of gutting a mountain cabin, the owners adapted the space, creating something charming and exciting.
Leaning in and kicking back in Andes, NY
As a designer, I have been hired many times by homeowners who have purchased a house that’s perfect in all ways but one. more
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Keep your tree fresh this holiday season
Few things draw the attention of holiday guests quite like an awe-inspiring Christmas tree. more
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With few walls meeting at right angles, visiting this Hermit Street home is like walking into a cubist painting.
A modern update for a mid-century treasure
Perhaps while on your way to C&C Creamery, you may have noticed a mid-century treasure on Hermit Street just above Henry Avenue. more
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Resurrecting the past can create something new
The architectural elements of any building during any specific period provide a myriad of details about the economic, social, and political climate of the day. more
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Young Stevie became eerily transfixed by the Baleroy mansion fountain after his brother Meade saw a reflection of his skeleton in the water.
The nation’s most haunted house is hidden in Chestnut Hill
Meade Easby may have been a magnet for the supernatural. He was six at the time of his first encounter, playing with his brother outside the family mansion on Mermaid Lane.  more
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Removing an awkward diagonal counter peninsula produced room for a six burner stove and an open, airy feel.
Design for the rest of us: Taking it one room at a time
Home remodels that involve multiple rooms are expensive. But what about projects that are relatively small in comparison? more
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Danny Torrance, who has a long history of working for nonprofits, is the creator of the new Tiny House of Happiness.
Tiny house designed for a big dose of happiness
Most city people usually think of a weekend getaway as a reason to take a car trip. Or you can stay in a tiny house in Germantown. more
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Fall colors create a calming and harmonious palette.
Fall colors, and how to use them
When people are asked about their favorite season, I always tend to hear fall as a quick reply. more
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Adding a partition wall gave privacy to the powder room and also created a functional storage “mudroom” just off the kitchen.
Boo Radley on Price Street, part one
Don’t be fooled by the glamorous TV shows. Construction is hell. more
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Susan Dannenberg, manager of Laurel Hill Gardens, says the fall season is not too late to add a floral touch.
Late season gardening, from containers to vegetables
If you think fall is just about raking leaves, think again. There are any number of plants that can add color and interest to your landscaping now.  “This is the time to plant spring … more
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A dining room with cardboard Lights by Grey Pants NYC.
The not-so ‘White Album’
One of the most beautiful parts about design is seeing what other people enjoy. more
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