From the June/July 2022 Issue
Conversations with Kate: Facts About Flooring
Furnishings often get the most attention, but what’s underneath it all matters too. Hardwood flooring dates back to the 1600s, when unfinished boards were placed on joists over dirt or […]
From the April/May 2022 Issue
Conversations with Kate: Time for Trim
Architectural moldings add definition and interest to rooms Are you looking to add character to your plain-Jane walls? Molding and paneling will add instant architectural appeal, but you may have […]
From the February/March 2022 Issue
Conversations with Kate: Scaling the Heights
High ceilings bring special challenges — and opportunities — when designing a room The specific requirements and smaller size of bathrooms need special attention in the design phase. You can […]
From the December 2021/January 2022 Issue
Conversations with Kate: Ground Work
Lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, walkways & driveways add a finishing touch Landscaping and hardscaping play an important role in complementing a home’s exterior, tying it to the surrounding property, protecting it […]
From the October/November 2021 Issue
Conversations with Kate: Step by Step
Make your staircase more than utilitarian The staircase gets little thought in many homes, but it’s too big and offers too many options to make a design statement to be […]
From the August/September 2021 Issue
Conversations with Kate: Moving Targets
Delays and shortages create construction challenges Flexibility and patience have become necessary attributes for anyone who is building a new home, including the homeowner. Shortages of materials and labor — […]
From the June/July 2021 Issue
Conversations with Kate: Counter Intelligence
Kitchen countertops are more than just a pretty face Countertops are the unheralded workhorse of the kitchen. Probably nothing gets more use, so it’s important to choose countertop material that […]
From the April/May 2021 Issue
Conversations with Kate: The Fifth Wall
Kate Rumson considers how to make the most of your ceilings How often have you come home, plopped down in your favorite chair, tilted your head upward against the back […]
From the February/March 2021 Issue
Conversations with Kate: Casting Light
Tips on choosing fixtures that enhance your everyday life Many of us choose light fixtures based on how they look. Equally important, however, is how they function. Kate Rumson sought […]