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…
Get ready for some inspiration! There is no master bathroom at Hilltop, so the main bathroom renovation needed to be a home run. Even though it is a standard tub/shower combination, I wanted it to be swanky and elegant. And let’s be honest, why can’t a regular bathroom be just that? Remember the old bathroom? The plastic tub surround, sliding…
There is something about a white subway tile backsplash. Most likely you immediately think about those ubiquitous, affordable, 3×6 inch white ceramic tiles. Well what if I told you, there is far more to this timeless design trend! White subway tile originated in the well…you guessed it…the subway. Specifically in the tunnels beneath Manhattan. They made the tunnels bright and…
The mailbox is a funny thing. Boring and bland, and no one will think twice. However, a unique mailbox design, and your letter carrier will do a double take. Almost anyone walking by notices a creative mailbox post sitting in the front yard. You could even say the mailbox connects our homes with the outside world. They stand on every…
A basement bar is a great addition to a newly renovated space. It’s a perfect place to entertain friends and family, or kick your feet up at the end of a long day. I knew from day 1 we were going to include a basement bar at Hilltop for two reasons; 1) there was no space to include a bar…
A butcher block island is a staple in any farmhouse kitchen. They can be customized to almost any style or taste, and they always look classy and timeless. Butcher block islands add warmth to fresh renovations and character to the space. The best part is they are incredibly easy to build yourself, without the need for expensive tools. We decided…
Every now and then I get a chance to tackle a project that really means a lot. This home bar was one of those projects. One of our best friends had just recently purchased a new house, and like many other new houses it looked great. BUT…..it lacked character and needed some help to give it personality and make it…
Before I dive into how I created a unique set of distressed painted stair risers and treads, let me provide a little context. Since the completion of the Beige Bungalow, I’ve had some time to check off a few projects around our family home. We completed the final section of our basement renovation (workout area), finished up some lingering trim…