Category: design
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10 Online Sources You Might Not Know For Collecting Super Cool Art (Whether You Have $40 or $4,000) + A Quick Ask the Audience
Six years ago, I knew I wanted to create a baseboard-to-ceiling gallery wall in my dining room. The wall was already a deep, rich jewel tone, so the art I selected was fairly neutral. Now, over half a decade later, most of that same art lives in a very different room in another home on…
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Mercer Mass Timber powers sustainable construction at Walmart HQ
Mercer Mass Timber (MMT), a leading manufacturer of sustainable timber building materials and a subsidiary of Mercer International Inc., is playing a key role in the construction of Walmart’s new home office in Bentonville, Arkansas—the largest mass timber corporate campus in the United States. The installation of the mass timber panels began in Spring 2024 and…
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In Search Of Weatherproof Outdoor Stools (That Will Actually Last In Oregon)… Oh, And We Need 10
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I’ll be the first one to admit I used to get wrapped up in style and de-prioritize longevity (less so now, but still). Loving things that look good is not only my job but in my blood. But when it comes to things being left outdoors up here in Oregon, my #1 priority was to…
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Building Smiles: Dental Clinic Design & Patient Experience
A well-designed dental clinic can completely change how patients feel about their visits. Celebrate Dental and other modern practices and understand that comfort and efficiency matter as much as expertise. A welcoming environment reduces anxiety, improves satisfaction, and helps build long-lasting relationships with patients. Every design element influences trust and perception, from furniture choices to…
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I’ve Been Secretly Decorating My Best Friends House – Living Room Reveal Today!
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People use the word “thrilled” far too often when it should be reserved for me in moments like this. When it comes to this house I’m like a proud grandpa shoving wallet photos of my grandkids into strangers faces. Expect pride + bragging, with a big dose of personal bias. This is one of my…
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Really Good Affordable Outdoor Pillows And Rugs (The Sunshine Is Coming!)
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Two weeks ago I pulled together our (mostly) annual outdoor furniture roundup. I hope it was really helpful for anyone needing to fill a new outdoor space or refresh a piece or two in an existing one. But I think it’s fair to say that a solid number of us don’t need a ton of…
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My Brother’s Kitchen Patio Reveal (Yes, With A Huge TV….Of Course:))
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My brother has this side patio right off the kitchen that is covered year-round and the architecture is so pretty (thanks to architect Anne Usher) so I wanted my hands on it, mostly so I could convince him to have us over for summer kid outdoor movie nights while I swim in the river. It…
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Houck Group joins the Roofing Alliance as new Governor Member
The Houck Group has joined the Roofing Alliance as its newest Governor Member. The Harrisburg, Pennsylvania-based company is the 204th member to join this esteemed group, strengthening a collective of forward-thinking leaders dedicated to shaping and advancing the roofing industry’s future. Houck has been a leader in building envelope solutions, specializing in roofing, flooring, masonry…
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76 FENCE expands in Tennessee with two new franchise locations
76 FENCE proudly marked a new chapter in its expansion in Tennessee with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting on March 25. The event, attended by local officials, business leaders, and community members, celebrated the opening of two new franchise locations in Mt. Juliet and Hendersonville, reinforcing the company’s growing presence across the state. 76 FENCE…
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BOND Building Construction tops off Massachusetts Maritime Academy STEM Building
BOND Building Construction recently celebrated the “topping off” of a new Science, Technology, and Engineering building for Massachusetts Maritime Academy (MMA). A traditional ceremony representing the placement of a construction project’s final beam, the gathering marked progress toward completion of construction on the 36,000 square-foot facility, scheduled to open by summer 2026. BOND Building Construction…