Talking Home Renovations with the House Maven

Midcentury Modern in Michigan

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We've got another renovation story in this episode, a mid century modern house in Michigan. My guest is Laurie Hughet-Hiller, a Michigan architect who was lucky to find her gem of a house as her first house. We talked about her house, how she approached her renovations, how to work with an architect, what to look for in a contractor and how to find one.

About our guest

An architect focused on experience-driven design that makes an impact, Laurie Hughet-Hiller, AIA is a principal at McIntosh Poris Architects. Her portfolio comprises a wide range of award-winning residential and commercial projects in the Metro Detroit area, including renovations to Mid Century Modern homes. Laurie has completed two phases of sensitive renovation of her own 1960s modern home and is about to embark on a third.

Born into an artistic family, Laurie’s late father, Roger Hughet, was Assistant Chief Designer at General Motors, credited with designing the 1982 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am and having significant influence on the 1984 C4 Corvette. Laurie earned both her B.S. in Architecture and her Master of Architecture from the Taubman College of Architecture + Urban Planning at the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor). Her individual honors include the 2017 AIA Michigan Young Architect Award and the 2020 AIA Detroit Young Architect Award, in addition to McIntosh Poris’ 100-plus awards.

Residential Landscape Design

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 17:00:00 -0400

I do love talking about and thinking about residential landscape design. Steve Griggs, a straight talking landscape designer from New York, joined me to discuss one of my favorite subjects. We discussed what to keep in mind when considering your landscape design, why it is important to hire a landscape designer for certain projects, the high value low cost moves in the landscape and more.

About our guest:

From www.stevegriggsdesign.com:

"Steve is not your typical landscape designer. He’s been getting dirt on his hands ever since he was 16, cutting grass to earn some bucks. Working hard got him through school, where he got advanced landscaping degrees from Mississippi State University and SUNY Cobleskill College of Environmental Design and Horticulture.

He founded Steve Griggs Design when he was 25. Having previously worked with his father in the industry, he got some powerful values instilled in him: make no excuses, keep your promises, respect the deadline, and make things happen for the client. But what he saw happening in the industry was a different story.

He decided to change the status quo for good. This customer-centric approach got him the reputation of the best landscape designer in New York."

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How to hire the right design professional, revisited

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 10:27:00 -0400

We haven't touched on how to hire an architect or residential designer in quite a while, so here is another look at episode 68 with Jake Krowkoski.

In this episode, you will discover…….

- How do I know if I need an architect?

- Where can I find architects online?

- How can I tell which architect will be a good fit for me?

- What should I bring to my interview with my architect?

About our guest

Jake Krokowski is a Landscape Architect and Residential Designer based in Greenville SC, and founded JWK DESIGN in 2015 “to help families create their comfortable, modern homes”. He received his Bachelors degree in Landscape Architecture at Cornell University in 1999, followed by a Masters in Construction Management in 2003.

Jake started his career in high-end residential work in the New York City area, but also spent years in resort planning & design, working in both San Diego and New York, on projects from Southern California and Baja Mexico to the Mediterranean and Middle East. He then put his construction knowledge to use in rebuilding the World Trade Center and surrounding streetscapes following the 2001 attacks, a project he says he’s the most proud to have been involved in.

But, following a move to Greenville with his wife Kate in 2012, a sometimes grueling schedule as a traveling construction manager for a hotel developer, coupled with the pending arrival of his first son pushed him to return back to residential design and start his firm in 2015, a move that he says “felt like coming home”. Since then he has added another son to his family, as well as a podcast and a couple YouTube channels!

Learn more about Jake Krokowski

Website: https://jwk.design

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtIpndhgB4YISmopKTAZHWw

Instagram: jwkdesign

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jwkdesign/

Houzz: https://www.houzz.com/pro/jwkdesign/jwk-design

Links and mentions from this episode

AIA.org

Houzz.com

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Brick Colonial in Indiana

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400

I started following Kemp Harper on Instagram a while ago, his account @thecolonial_on_park. We talked about his experience with his 1930s/40s Brick colonial in Brazil, Indiana. He is a true artist who has infused his interior and exterior spaces with charm.

about our guest:

Nestled in the middle of an Indiana small town stands a stately 1930 brick colonial home. This maturely-grown 3 city lot property is home to Kemp Harper and partner Kevin Boling. For eight years, the couple has worked to preserve and restore this Indiana relic. The home boasts country amenities with a chicken coop (home to 8 hens) and a beehive. Kemp documents this and more through his Instagram titled: "The Colonial on Park". Their home will also be featured on season 2 of Magnolia Networks "Diary of an Old Home."

Instagram- @thecolonial_on_park

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Queen Anne in Pennsylvania

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Frank Cesaro and Jim Jones joined me this week to talk about the project they've taken on- a Queen Anne Victorian in Scranton PA.

“Frank was born and raised in New Jersey and Jim in Pennsylvania. They met in 2018 when Jim relocated to New Jersey for work and as they say, “the rest is history!”

Frank holds a project management role in business banking and Jim is a project manager in pharmaceuticals. While handy, neither of them have prior experience in restoration or home building.

In 2021, they purchased their first old home in Denville, NJ. After living there for 2 years and completing minor cosmetic work, they came across a Victorian home for sale on Facebook. On a whim, they decided to check it out. Three months later and three days before Christmas, their pods were packed and they were ripping out 70 year old carpets of their new 4100 sq ft home.

Follow their journey on:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/jonesrevival?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550185953998&mibextid=V3Yony

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Door Refurbishment

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Is your door looking a little sad and you think your only option is to replace it? I just learned that there are specialists who will take your door away and bring it back looking like new. How did I not know this? Amy Baglan joined me this week to discuss her work at Door Renew Denver. We discussed door care, door refurbishment, working in this industry and the process.

About our guest

As a 4x CEO, Amy Baglan has built multiple companies dedicated to connection and relationships over the past 20 years, raised over $10M in venture funding, and built an award-winning company culture. Two of her companies were acquired and continue to serve the world to this day. And more importantly, she has helped over 1 million people meet, connect, and deepen relationships of all types. After 20 years in high-growth startups (B2C and B2B), 10 years as CEO, mentor, and group facilitator, she is now a dedicated leadership coach to startup CEOs and teams. Amy also owns a fast-growing franchise in the home services industry: Door Renew. Amy Baglan, along with Matt Holzmann, are the local owners of Door Renew Denver – a high-end door restoration franchise focused on growing the value of a home for the fraction of the cost.

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Music at the beginning and end of the episode is The House Maven's Jig, written and performed by Neil Pearlman, www.neilpearlman.com

Show Cover Art by Sam White www.samowhite.com

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The Octagon House

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 06 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Gabriella Somoza joined me in this episode to talk about her unusual Octagon House in Cape May, New Jersey, her love of historic preservation, interior design and advice about purchasing a house for investment vs your personal home.

About our guest:

Gabriella was born and raised in New York City. She graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with a Bachelor of Science in Economics. Eight years ago, she teamed up with her brother Oliver to start S7 Real Estate. S7 Real Estate develops affordable housing in up-and-coming neighborhoods in Philadelphia, PA as well as short term rentals in Cape May NJ. She loves restoring properties to what they should be...and better. She has a passion for interior design, with an emphasis on historic restoration.

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Insulation with Christine Williamson- revisited

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400

This week we are revisiting episode 51. Great for women in renovations season!

A listener wrote to request an episode on insulation- here it is! Christine Williamson of Building Science Fight Club explains the factors to consider when insulating your house. I hope you enjoy this deep dive into the subject. Christine is an accomplished building scientist who has a large following on instagram through her account Building Science Fight Club (@buildingsciencefightclub). She can also be reached through her website https://www.christine-williamson.com

About our guest:

Christine Williamson’s professional experience includes building-science consulting for the restoration of Belvedere Castle in New York City’s Central Park, forensic investigations of building failures at the air-traffic control tower of LAX, and the Wheeler Opera House in Aspen, among other projects. She offers new-construction risk-mitigation consulting for residential towers, mid-rise mixed-use buildings, and production homes, as well as some of the most extraordinary private residences in the world. She has worked across North America from the Canadian Arctic to the Caribbean.

She began her career working for architect Chris Benedict in New York City, where she performed blower-door tests on gut rehabs in Harlem and Washington Heights and assisted in the design of one of the first multi-family Passive Houses in the United States. In her current practice, she reviews drawings and makes recommendations that promote appropriate water control, air control, energy efficiency, constructability, and durability. For clients with a portfolio of upcoming projects, she assists in developing design standards commensurate with their tolerance for risk. During the construction phase, she reviews work in progress and addresses conditions or changes in sequence or scope that were not anticipated during the design phase.

In existing buildings, she investigates failures related to enclosure design and mechanical systems as well as material and installation defects. Failures include leaks, corrosion, rot, mold, odors, poor indoor air quality, and discomfort due to poor temperature or humidity control. Her experience in new construction and attendant understanding of the division of labor among the trades, and typical sequencing and construction practices inform not just her analysis in forensic cases, but also her repair and retrofit recommendations, which are designed to minimize disruption in occupied buildings.

Christine Williamson is a member and former chair of ASHRAE Technical Committee 1.12, Moisture Management in Buildings. She is an associate member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and is a member of the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA). She is the founder of @buildingsciencefightclub (BSFC), an Instagram community dedicated to teaching building science and construction to architects and other building professionals.

She received her bachelor of arts from Princeton University and her master of architecture from New School of Architecture + Design.

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Show Cover Art by Sam White www.samowhite.com

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Renaissance of a Maine Greek Revival

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Vana Carmona tells the story her ongoing revival of a derelict Greek Revival house in Maine.

We talked about clearing up titles, the importance of understanding budget and timeline and renovating in the public eye.

About our guest:

(from Boothbay Register) Vana Carmona is the founder of The Prince Project, a database of over 2000 people of color who lived in Maine prior to 1800. She has given presentations on her work to local historical societies and schools and is a docent/guide for several historic sites in the Portland area, including Maine Historical Society and Spirits Alive (Eastern Cemetery, the oldest public burial ground in Portland, Maine, which has two sections of African American graves). She is a graduate of Sarah Lawrence College, and completed her Masters of Liberal Arts (focusing on Medieval History) at California State University/Sacramento.

Link to a blog post about the house: https://portlandhousestories.com/2023/06/25/redux-99-capisic-street/

Vana and I met through the Atlantic Black Box Project, as I mentioned in the introduction- here is a link https://atlanticblackbox.com/

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Environmentally Friendly Renovations, revisited

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400

This episode we are revisiting episode 9 with British architect Debbie Bentley.

Designing your house for the future:

Build less

Do you really need to build more and increase your footprint? Think about how you use your house now and list everything that you would like to change. Are there areas in your house that are under-used? These days that is often the formal dining room. Can you change how you think about your spaces and alter them to suit your needs? Many clients are looking for extra room as their children grow, but once they fully grow you will no longer have the space issue. Instead of building onto your house, think about temporary creative solutions. If you need more space for occasional guests, is there a nearby hotel or air bob that they could use? Everyone likes a little bit of space during a visit and would cost a lot less in the long run. Will you stay in the house until you are quite old, intending to age in place? You can plan for that now by increasing door widths and hallways- for example. Since you are investing in your house, make sure it is a place you can easily adapt to as you age.

Climate Change

How will the climate in your area change in the years to come? Massachusetts will be getting much more rain and will have more freeze/thaw issues. How do we plan for that? A renown building scientists states that there are 3 issues that affect the longevity of your home, water, water and water. So if your in a climate which is going to have more wet weather, start thinking about how your going to keep the water out of your home. Simple roof design, with minimal junctions, as junctions are what fail in building material. Roof overhangs, bigger gutters, more down spouts, and a plan to keep water away from foundations. At the same time, the water will need to stay on your property and not run over to the neighbor's. In densely populated areas this may mean installing an underground system. It will be easier to implement all of that during your renovation rather than combatting the problems later. d

Remember how our grandparents use to live.

ïThe hall vestibule as an airlock between out doors and in.
ïCurtains over the front door, to keep the heat in.
ïBooks on the external wall.
ïShoes off inside a building… Make sure you have a shoe closet of else you fall over everyone’s shoes. Less dirt in the house=less chemicals=improved indoor air quality

Use windows wisely

No more than 30 percent of your walls should be windows so pick where they go carefully. Consider restoring or rebuilding your original windows and add storms- you don’t need to replace them with vinyl windows. Maximize your views of nature as that will improve mental health.

Gender Roles in Home Renovations

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Mona Ying Reeves, architect, renovation coach and serial renovator, joins me in this episode to talk about gender roles in home renovations. How can we change the dynamic for the future?

About our guest

Feeling stuck when it comes to navigating your renovation? Mona Ying Reeves is the House Coach that will get you past the overwhelm and moving forward. A serial renovator, architect, and behind-the-scenes design consultant to various HGTV home makeover shows, Mona founded Kickstart House to support and empower homeowners with their renovation journeys.

After years of seeing homeowners struggle with a complicated construction landscape, Mona’s on a mission to help homeowners align their surroundings and their journeys with their best lives. With Kickstart House, she’s taken her proven framework of delivering dream homes for high-end clients and refined it into a roadmap that any homeowner can follow.

In addition to coaching homeowners, Mona is a licensed architect in the state of California. She holds a Master’s degree in Architecture from Harvard University and a Bachelor’s degree from UC Berkeley.

Learn more about Mona Ying Reeves

Website: Kickstart House

Facebook: Kickstart House

Twitter: Kickstart House

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Music at the beginning and end of the episode is The House Maven's Jig, written and performed by Neil Pearlman, www.neilpearlman.com

Show Cover Art by Sam White www.samowhite.com

This podcast is a production of dEmios Architects. www.demiosarchitects.com

Empowering Women to DIY revisited

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400

In 2021 I interviewed designer Cara Newhart about her mission to empower women to tackle home improvement and renovation projects on their own. I'm glad to revisit this interview in this season of women in renovations.

About our guest:

Cara Newhart is a designer and diy queen and the host of the Make Space Podcast.

After losing her dad to cancer and without his contractor-expertise to guide her in customizing her first home, she decided to dive in without fear and tackle epic diy projects all by herself- transforming her home solo, teaching herself to use power tools, and finding the confidence to bring her design ideas to life.

Cara is on a mission to empower everyday women to take charge of their homes and design spaces they’re obsessed with- on their terms.

As the host of MAKE SPACE, she helps women dive deeper than pin-worthy rooms to uncover home design strategies, learn to tackle power tool projects without intimidation and unlock the confidence to transform their spaces.

Cara has been featured in Apartment Therapy, House Beautiful, PEOPLE StyleWatch and more. She’s collaborated with brands like The Home Depot, Amazon, Wayfair, sleep.com and others.

www.neverskipbrunch.com

Instagram and TikTok- @makespace

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Music at the beginning and end of the episode is The House Maven's Jig, written and performed by Neil Pearlman, www.neilpearlman.com

Show Cover Art by Sam White www.samowhite.com

This podcast is a production of dEmios Architects. www.demiosarchitects.com

If and How to Start a Renovation

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400

This episode is advice from just me, answering a listener's question about how to know if he should undergo a renovation at his house and how to start if he decides that is the course of action he should take. We haven't talked about this in a while on this show, so I thought it would be worth an answer.

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Pretty Good Renovation Revisited

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We revisited episode 62 this week, 2 years later. High Performance Architect Emily Mottram joins me in this episode to talk about the renovation she is undertaking at her home in Maine. She calls her renovation a pretty good renovation which is in keeping with the principles of the pretty good house (https://www.prettygoodhouse.org) which is building better than required by code until it doesn't make financial sense. Like all of us, she encountered scope creep and has some advice based on her experience.

About our guest:

Emily is the founder and principal of Mottram Architecture, a boutique practice specializing in new homes and renovations that are beautiful, functional, comfortable, healthy, and durable.

Emily received her Bachelor of Architecture degree from Penn State University and is a Registered Architect in Maine, New Hampshire and Pennsylvania; she has also previously been registered in New York and Texas. Emily is a member of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), the Maine Indoor Air Quality Council (MIAQC), and the Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM), the state’s leading organization working to protect and preserve the environment.

An educator at heart, Emily also teaches building science and sustainable design at a local community college and has served as a consultant for projects in a secondary school trade program. She hosts the weekly podcast E3: Energy and Efficiency with Emily and co-hosts the live-streamed BS* + Beer Show, a weekly building science show for professionals and “civilians” alike.

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Laura Parrish is my guest this week, talking about her historic Massachusetts properties. She bought her 1855 Italianate mansion in New Bedford about 10 years ago, and is now working on her third property, the oldest house in Bourne, MA. She loves to share her houses with others through AirBnB rentals. Laura shared what she has learned about working on historic houses and the hospitality world.

Instagram:

@_thewhalehouse_

@theminnowfalmouth

@oldcrowellfarm

Websites:

The Whale House- https://www.thewhalehousenb.com

The Minnow on AirBNB- https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/679531034866064071?source_impression_id=p3_1689127039_bF0lO4%2FyWyOBYj3x

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Renovating and Renting Out Historic Properties

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Instagram:

@_thewhalehouse_

@theminnowfalmouth

@oldcrowellfarm

Websites:

The Whale House- https://www.thewhalehousenb.com

The Minnow on AirBNB- https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/679531034866064071?source_impression_id=p3_1689127039_bF0lO4%2FyWyOBYj3x

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Return on Investment Revisited

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 05 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400

This week we revisited an episode from November 2021 on Return on Investments when it comes to renovations. I interviewed her about 6 months before we sold our house and I did take a lot of her advice!

About our guest:

Daryl Cohan has been helping home buyers and sellers since 2001. She is determined to help her clients reach their goals in considers her role one of education. Her excellence in listening to her clients wants and needs have made her a "people's choice" in the Boston real estate community

https://www.compass.com/agents/daryl-cohan/

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Podcasting and Old Houses

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400

My guest this week is Katelyn Parker, an architect and podcaster working in Tulsa Oklahoma. Katelyn was my guest back on episode 54 discussing the renovation of her home in Tulsa. If you love old houses, check out her podcast The Keeping Room and her firm's website https://www.bungalowroots.com

We talked about podcasting about renovations, how what is old is new again in the houses of today, restoring old windows, being an architect who specializes in old houses and thoughts on women in renovations.

instagram and tik tok- @bungalowroots

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Storm Damage- Roofs and Preparation

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Homes everywhere are susceptible to some sort of natural disaster. Carl Dugas of Storm Guard Roofing in Louisiana provides a firsthand account as to what recovery looks like and how to prepare for severe storms, as well as move forward after disaster strikes.

about our guest:

Carl Dugas has owned and operated a Storm Guard Roofing and Construction franchise in the New Orleans area for the last eight years. As a local, Carl has seen firsthand the devastation hurricanes and tropical storms have wrought on the Gulf Coast and has assisted in rebuilding and recovery efforts for many homeowners, most notably following Hurricane Ida in 2021. Carl and his team work everyday to ensure roofs in the New Orleans area are ready to weather these storms and is there to help homeowners when disaster strikes.

https://www.stormguardrc.com/la/new-orleans/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/storm-guard-roofing-and-construction-of-new-orleans

https://www.facebook.com/StormGuardNewOrleans/

https://twitter.com/SGNewOrleans

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Modern Living in Old Houses

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400

The last episode of season 5 is a new renovation story. Sarah and Kevin unexpectedly fell in love with an Italianate house a few hours from Toronto, which started their sustainable old house journey. They are now on their second house project and deep into considering sustainable restorations.

Check out their blog at www.readmorehouse.com

instagram- @readmorehouse

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Condo disaster with a happy ending

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 31 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We are taking a break for a few weeks and revisiting renovation stories from the past few years. This one is a cautionary tale with a happy ending, originally published as episode 88.

Mitra Shahri is a well known and very successful attorney licensed to practice law in Oregon and California. After giving up on the idea of ever finding love, she bought her first ever property, a 2 bedroom 2 bath penthouse unit in a sought after downtown highrise in Portland Oregon with amazing views of river and mountains. She hired a general contractor with a great reputation that was highly recommended by several credible friends. A project that was scheduled to be completed in 3 months and for $55,000, turned into a 2-year nighmare that cost her over $250,000 and invited a lawsuit against her by a flooded unit 9 floors below her. The project came to a halt after she fired the second general contractor. Frustrated, she took over the project on her own. She hired several subcontractors to fix the mistakes and complete the project. Three months later, she owned a beautiful overpriced unit that she had to sell at a $400,000 loss a year later during the housing market crash. Why did she have to sell? Because she had fallen head over heels in love with the electrical contractor she had hired to finish the project. The two bought a house together after they were married and since have purchased several residential and commerical buildings which they have renovated acting as general contractors.

Mitra is an author and a women’s empowerment keynote speaker. She is the founder and CEO of Laughter-At-Law™, a humorous Continuing Legal Education Series for attorneys. Mitra is a member of the National Speakers Association (NSA) and the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor (AATH). Her hobby is writing legal humor and performing stand-up legal comedy.

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Full Gut Renovation (revisited)

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 24 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We are taking a break for a few weeks and revisiting Renovation Stories from the past few years.

Missy was a first time home buyer and faced with a daunting full gut renovation. I happen to have been her architect. Join us as we discuss her experience renovating her old house.

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Seattle Bungalow

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 17 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Valerie Hill is an interior designer renovating a 1920s bungalow with her husband Justin in Seattle. We talked about how much time a renovation really takes, working with a spouse and building a local community.

Instagram- @hillandvalleybungalow

About our guest: Valerie is a creative BBC explorer based in Seattle who has taken her interest in design into an interior design degree, through some professional practice and most recently as a hands-on renovator. Holistic in approach, she is always asking questions, challenging assumptions (her own included) and diving into new options. "Design is never really done," has been her approach as she and her intrepid live-in design assistant/laborer (husband) work to restore life to their serviceable, but time-worn Seattle craftsman home. Inspired by the house's inherent characteristics she lovingly layers in other elements and styles to create a rich yet approachable retreat.

Valerie is a doer - from design to blogging, building and restoring, traveling and consulting, she keeps her perspectives wide. She believes in reclamation, restoration, and reinvention but is not singularly focused on any one approach. Instead using them as tools at her disposal to find and create moments of joy and delight within a broadly comfortable canvas.

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1896 British Columbia Victorian

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 10 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Dominic and Diedre Rubino joined me on this episode to talk with me about their grand and beautiful 1890 Late Victorian house in New Westminster, British Columbia (Canada). Check out my latest instagram post for some photos of this house, you won't believe the woodwork. I met Dom when he interviewed me for his podcast Profit Tool Belt. When he showed me photos of his house after the interview, I knew I had to hear more about it.

Dominic is a business coach with two podcasts, Diedre is a fitness instructor, designer and serial renovator.

https://profittoolbelt.com/

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Renovation Story- 1775 Stone Farmhouse (revisited)

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 03 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode we discuss reviving a delapidated former hoarder house built in the 1770s. This is a re-edit of episode 35, the first renovation story episode.

My guest for this renovation story is Kim Tierney, owner and caretaker of Bloomfield Farm, a beautiful stone farmhouse in Virginia built in 1775. I have been following her account on TikTok and am grateful that she took the time to record her story of acquiring the house, her approach to preservation, the history of the house and her challenges.

Instagram: @bloomfieldfarmrestoration

Facebook: Bloomfield Farm

TikTok: @bloomfieldfarm

YouTube: bloomfieldfarmVA

About this episode's guest

"We’re so happy to have you along for our great adventure of renovating our 1775 stone farm house in Virginia. This has been a dream in the making for over 30 years. We are honored, blessed, humbled and thrilled to be the new owners and the ones to bring this gorgeous gal back to life.

I’m a writer by love. A rehabber by happenstance ~ mostly because I’ve never had enough money to buy what I want ~ so I buy the broken homes and fix them hopefully to their original luster. A Virginian by birth. An old house lover by soul. A caretaker by heart. And quite frankly ~ a go-getting / risk-warrior out a shear might (and quite possibly a handful of stupidity in there too). All of what I am has led me to Bloomfield. Now I get to see what she and I will become now that we’ve joined forces.

So combining all my “talents” (using that term loosely) and the talents of my husband, Rod and many other able bodied folks along the way – I have decided to blog about our rehab adventure.

Note that Rod and I are a couple of grassroots, spit & glue-ing, elbow grease-ing, hardworking, determined, hard headed folks. If we can fix it ourselves – we will. So that alone will be comical to many!

Thanks for coming along for the ride. We hope to make you belly laugh at our trials & tribulations. Make you smile at our successes. Thrill you with our adventures. Cry along with us at our failures. But most of all ~ we hope you enjoy the journey with us.

Oh! A word of warning… be careful what you wish for. Because if you write me and say you’re envious, I’m sure I can find a paintbrush somewhere with your name on it!

Thank you for your support and mostly for loving and believing in Bloomfield too! She’s truly a gem."

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Renovation Story- 1868 Brick Beauty

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Liz and Triston Bowen joined me to talk about their 1868 brick house, called Thornhill. They are working on the significant project themselves after studying and researching for years. They encourage other young people to also get into taking care of historic houses.

instagram: @thornhill.house

Facebook: The Thornhill House

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Victorian Farmhouse Resurrection

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Is it just me, or does everyone see a crumbling house and hear it calling out for help? Candi and Jake have answered that call with their Victorian farmhouse in Southeast Missouri. They bought the property for $7000 and have essentially been rebuilding the house in place. Their story is one of hope and revival, perfect for Spring!

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Breathing New Life into Old Homes

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Would you love to renovate homes for a living, being your own client? Me too! Laurel LeBauve of SOPO Cottage joined me to talk about her early renovations, her career change and why she isn't a house flipper. She has a three pronged approach to renovations that result in high quality improved housing stock.

Website and blog: www.sopocottage.com

Instagram: @sopocottage

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1750s Center Chimney Georgian

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400

This is a story of a center chimney Georgian in CT, from the perspective of someone who wasn’t planning or hoping to live in an old house. My guest is Brie who runs the instagram account Center Chimney on Main. Brie and her husband moved back to Connecticut after living in Washington state for a number of years- they moved back at the beginning of the pandemic with three dogs, a baby soon to follow.

We talked about many aspects of living in an old house and making it your own.

instagram- @center.chimney.on.main

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Renovation Story- An Onset Cottage

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Marlissa Briggett joined me to talk about her cottage in Onset, a village on the South Coast of Massachusetts. A short and sweet episode, we talked about her quirky house, the power of place, an ideal house, and some good renovation tips. A short and sweet episode

About our guest:

Marlissa Bridgett is the owner and publisher of South Coast Almanac, a quarterly lifestyle magazine about Massachusetts' south coast. She is an attorney and a writer.

South Coast Almanac social media-

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/southcoastalmanac

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/southcoastalmanac/

Twitter https://twitter.com/scalmanac

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1897 Dutch Colonial Victorian

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400

This episode is about getting into preservation, taking big risks, finding your dream house and a job that is perfect for you. Jim Roseland, @thecardiganking on instagram, spoke with me about his amazing house, his journey to get there and his work as a preservation professional. Jim is a former fashion photographer turned preservationist and community development professional.

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Renovation Story- A 1907 Dutch Colonial

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Another renovation story- this one from historic Meridian Park in Indianapolis. Jess is a non profit executive who is obsessed with his architect designed 1907 Dutch Colonial revival. We talked about researching the inhabitants, the original architects, the importance of high quality paint and more.

Instagram- @1907DutchColonial

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Renovation Story-Old House Omaha

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 08 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400

This episode is another renovation story, this one a Neo classical house in Omaha, Nebraska.

Em Kinghorn is a historic home enthusiast and antique aficionado who breathes life into forgotten gems. Restoring a home built in 1896 in Omaha, Nebraska, her husband Ben and their two dogs-Winifred and Bemis-are along for the ride. She has been sharing the journey on social media bringing followers along on antique hauls, the viral ballerina wallpaper, and all the weird things that go along with uncovering the home’s history.

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Renovation Story- New Jersey Gothic

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400

How does your personality intersect with your home aesthetic? What is important to keep in mind when buying an old house? Donna joins me to discuss her experience with her charming Gothic Revival home.

Instagram: @wan2bdecorator

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Renovation Story- A 1764 Pennsylvania Farmhouse

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Taylor and her family moved from a 1950s split level into their 1764 farmhouse affectionately named “The Moneypit” during the pandemic. While she anticipated the usual old-house problems, Taylor soon realized she needed to learn how to triage an antique house. Taylor and her dad, Christopher, are old house enthusiasts and spend much of their free time working on big and small projects at the Moneypit. Taylor is currently working toward her CPA license and Masters in Accounting, which Chris is a retired commercial real estate broker. through the last two years living in their house, they have realized it takes a lot of love to save an old house and to honor its previous inhabitants.

instagram: @1764Moneypitmakeover

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Renovation Story- Allentown Queen Anne

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 15 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode I'm joined by Stacey and Rick Forgensi, owners of a glorious Queen Anne house in Buffalo New York. This is their 5th house renovation and they have plenty of experience and wisdom to share. Have you been wondering how to remove bad smells from your house? Stacey can tell you how (it isn't easy). How many companies in the US make curved replacement glass? Listen and find out.

About our guests:

Rick is a retired electric utility engineer. He is the “guts” of the house and does all the behind the scenes stuff like replacing knob and tube wiring, plumbing, gas lines, etc. Does ALL the demo! He’s an avid woodworker and makes all our cabinetry and new woodwork.

Stacey is a nurse anesthesiologist. The creative half-the finisher. Style is eclectic, loves mixing old with new. Passion for painting, has a love/hate relationship with stripping woodwork, and affectionately known as a floor whisperer to friends for ability to salvage old floors others would replace. All about saving and restoring old woodwork.

instagram- @this_old_house_Allentown

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Renovation Story- The Buckley-Bishop House

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0400

The Buckley Bishop House is a folk victorian outside of Philadelphia. Kurt and Emma Leuschner purchased the historic house in summer 2022. Emma joined me to discuss the resources she has used to explore the history of the house and what she has learned.

About our guest:

Emma is a stay at home mother, former flight attendant and current board member of the Concord Township Historical Society. Her husband Kurt is a commercial airline pilot. You can follow along as they renovate and restore their home on Instagram: @victoriancreamcheesehouse

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Renovation Story- Our Greek Revival

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0400

This week's renovation story comes from an instagram account I have been following, @ourgreekrevival. Deepa and Eric moved into their Hudson Valley New York house about a year and a half ago and have been working away at reversing some improvements, insulating the house, they've perfected lime wash painting and gotten to know a bit about the history of the property. The original part of their house was built around 1794, most of it built in 1830.

The artist who will be painting their faux-wood paneling in the hall can be reached at Lauriewilsonartist.com

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From Massage Parlor to Masterpiece: A Roller Coaster Ride of a Historic Home Renovation in Old Towne Orange

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Hugh Siler is back with me on this episode talking about the renovation of the J.W.Wilson House in Old Towne Orange, California. Hugh was the guest on episode 70- How to Find, Buy and Restore Your First Historic Home.

About our guest:

Hugh Siler has been making waves with his innovative restorations of homes in the historic district of Old Towne Orange, California located five miles from Disneyland. Working with a variety of artists and artisans, Hugh infuses his restorations with an undeniable cool-factor and rents them out to historic home-loving tenants. Old Towne Orange is the largest district of historic homes in California.

In all, Hugh has restored a few dozen homes and his approach is quite unique: he finds the properties, figures out how to pay for them, handles all of the design, and even serves as the general contractor/owner builder by overseeing the restorations. Then, he turns them over to discerning tenants with an eye for architectural uniqueness. And yes, there is a waiting list to rent his homes.

Six months ago, one of his homes, The J.W. Wilson house built in 1905, was awarded The Sweet, Sweet Orange Award, the City of Orange’s top honor for restoration excellence.

You can find Hugh’s projects on Instagram and Facebook by searching “Historic Home Row.” Hugh likes to say, “he’s made just about every mistake in the book so that you don’t have to.”

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Home Kitchens- with Three Kitchens Podcast

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0400

This episode it about home kitchens- how we live in them, cook in them, entertain in them- all of which we should really think about if we are going to be creating our own custom kitchen. I say this all the time, but I encourage you to design for the way that you want to live, rather than being concerned with what others might like. My guests are the hosts of Three Kitchens Podcast, and we recorded one long conversation and then we are each creating our own episode out of the audio. Visit their podcast to hear the alternate version!

About our guests:

Erin Walker and Heather Dyer are adventurous home cooks on a mission to inspire and encourage other home cooks to get creative in the kitchen. Listen every Tuesday as they take a deep dive into a recipe and share what worked, what didn’t, and how you can zhuzh up a recipe to make it your way, with the tools and skills you’ve got at home. Then check the recipe blog at threekitchenspodcast.com to make it yourself!

But they’re not only cooking! Erin and Heather are always looking to talk to interesting people about food and other fun things - their guests have included chefs, farmers, entrepreneurs and recipe creators, to name a few. And they’ll take any chance they can get to promote and lift up small businesses, makers and creators doing cool things in the food world.

You can also tune in for quick cocktail recipes every Friday, with the Three Kitchens Podcast Speakeasy bonus series, when Heather and Erin are joined by friend and co-host Sarah Somasundaram.

Three Kitchens Podcast can be found on your favourite podcast player, and at threekitchenspodcast.com

Instagram @three_kitchens_podcast

Facebook @threekitchenspodcast

Pinterest @threekitchenspodcast

YouTube @threekitchenspodcast

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Smart Old House Case Study part 9

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Michael MacPhail is back talking about the progress on the Smart Old House project. We talk about ordering windows, embarking on the new bathroom build out and dreaming about house concerts when the Spring comes.

Follow along on Instagram @Smartoldhouse

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Resolve to Remodel

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Mona Ying Reeves, the Founder and House Coach behind Kickstart House, shares how she made a new year's resolution to renovate her fixer upper and how it's going one year later. We also learn about her 5-Day Home Renovation Challenge where she helps women take the leap from having a Pinterest board full of ideas to making real progress on a real renovation.

For More Info:

Pinterest To Progress 5-Day Challenge -- kickstarthouse.com/challenge

Kickstart House website -- kickstarthouse.com

Kickstart House Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube channel -- @kickstarthouse

About our guest:

Mona Ying Reeves is a serial renovator, architect mom, and former design consultant to various HGTV shows. She founded Kickstart House support homeowners with aligning their homes with their best lives.

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Appliances, Holiday rerun (episode 105)

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 28 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0400

We are on break this week, enjoy a holiday rerun and see you in 2023!

Nick, Drew and Matt of Appliance Educator joined me to discuss how to choose appliances, whether more expensive appliances are that much better than less expensive appliances, what to look for and possibly what to avoid. They have SO MUCH information on their website- www.applianceeducator.com - and if you follow their advice you will have plenty of time to watch all of their videos, read their blogs and listen to their podcasts.

www.applianceeducator.com

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Common Renovation Mistakes to Avoid- Holiday Rerun (episode 86)

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Massachusetts architect Chris Novelli joined me in this episode to discuss common mistakes that people make while undertaking a renovation to their house. If you enjoyed this episode then you will enjoy Chris' podcast for homeowners, Home Design Academy. Chris has a book for homeowners coming out soon, working title is Your Guide to Residential Design and Construction Projects,What to Expect and Plan for: An In-Depth Guide to Understanding Each Phase of Designing and Constructing your Custom Home

About our guest:

Chris Novelli runs his own architectural firm, n3 architecture. Prior to launching n3 architecture, Chris served as a project architect for over 20 years at Studio One, Inc in Springfield, MA where he designed, managed and completed over 100 successful projects. Project types included multifamily housing, affordable senior housing, office and business use, restaurants, historic preservation, educational, religious, community and more.

Chris Novelli has taught architectural design studios and construction project management classes at the Boston Architectural College and at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.

podcasts:

Home Design Academy

Empty Lots

Links:

www.n3architecture.com

www.n3architecture.com/resources to download his 5 tips to get started on your project and to get book updates

https://www.instagram.com/n3architecture/

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A Custom Home

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Jillian Souza joins me to discuss her design approach and how she creates spaces for families.

About our guest

Jillian Souza founded Wooly Architecture with a passion for homes because they play a leading role in shaping a person's dreams, creativity, health & relationships.

And when our homes truly support us it reduces our stress load, which then frees us up for more creativity and fullness of living.

As an intuitive introvert Jillian has trained as a birth doula, coached relentless creatives, authored The Relentless Creative Handbook, created safe space within the grieving loss-mom community, and now. . . listens to you carefully while reflecting your deepest needs in your home or studio design.

Jillian lives with her husband and children in Middle TN near where she grew up, received a Bachelors of Architecture from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and then gained 10+ years experience as part of an award-winning team designing homes and communities in Nashville, TN. She founded Wooly in 2018.

www.Woolyarchitecture.com

www.Ownthegoodfuture.com

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Smart Old House Case Study Part 8- HVAC Installation

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 07 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Michael MacPhail and I are back with a recap of the November progress at the Smart Old House. Air sourced heat pump installations, shadow box fence complete, radiator removal, powder post beetle sill damage, more plumbing leaks- in other words, business as usual! The 1794 Taber House is getting stabilized and becoming all electric.

Follow Michael on Instagram: @smartoldhouse

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Old House Alteration Discussion with Dave Rademaker

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Everyone can benefit from calling in a professional, in this case we need help working through options when it comes to design choices here at the Smart Old House. My guest this week is Dave Rademaker, an old house specialist from Michigan who has been on the show twice before- Kitchens and Baths in Old Houses (episode 65) and an episode I called old house renovation conundrums when we were shopping for an old house, episode 91. We talked about window choices, about kitchen design (again, but this time our kitchen design) and whether we need a second bath upstairs.

About my guest:

Dave Rademacher is one half of the Rademacher Revival team, along with his wife Brittany. Together, they hold a Michigan builder’s license and have a Degree in Residential Design. They have bought and revived homes that had history and character so they could be a part of each other’s story for generations to come - an 1800’s School House, a 1927 English Tudor, an 1873 Colonial Revival and most recently a 1894 Italian Farmhouse.

Learn more about Rademacher Revival

Website - www.rademacherrevival.com

Instagram - @rademacherrevival

TikTok - @rademacherrevival

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Satisfying, Lower Cost Improvements

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 23 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0400

We may dream about renovating our home for years before getting to an actual renovation. Some of us never get there. How can we improve our spaces without involving a contractor? Architect Emma Greenberg believes there are plenty of things we can do- even today- to really love our spaces.

About our guest:

Emma Greenberg is a licensed architect in NJ and NY. She grew up in a family of artists, including ceramicists and bookbinders. She got her BA in Art History at Emory University and Master of Architecture from LSU. After graduating, she moved to NYC and worked in small firms on residential and commercial projects. She started her own firm, Emma Greenberg Architect, and specializes in residential projects in apartment buildings. Emma also brings interior design to her projects. Emma lives in NJ, is an editor for the AIA NJ Leagueline, and loves enjoying museums and galleries in the city.

Contact:

Email: emma@emmagreenbergarchitect.com

Website: emmagreenbergarchitect.com

Instragram: @emmagreenbergarchitect

YouTube: Emma Talks Architecture

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Smart HVAC

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Design Stinson of Fujitsu joined me this week to discuss the latest in HVAC "Smart" technology. We discussed my upcoming heat pump installation, the importance of maintenance, whether you really need a back up system for your system, and more.

About this week's guest:

Dennis Stinson is the Vice President of Sales for Fujitsu General America, a national manufacturer with local distributors across the country, and 30-year industry veteran.

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Shoring Up and Moving Buildings

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Ralph Reed, building mover, joined me in this episode to discuss his work as a house mover and what to do if your floors are sagging and bouncy.

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Smart Old House Case Study, Part 7

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Our very slow reality show continues with some wins this month, surprises still popping up and extra expenses that we didn't anticipate. Michael MacPhail joins me to give the monthly update on the 1794 smart old house. Do you want to see photos of the progress? Sign up for the newsletter, see link below.

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Trends in Exterior Building Materials in 2023

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400

So many people are giving their houses a facelift. What will we see trending in exterior building products in 2023? I discussed this and more with Mike Goodman and Mike Glowacki of Sherwood Lumber.

About our guests:

Sherwood Lumber is a national leader, innovator and solution provider to the Lumber and Building Materials Industries specializing in quality lumber and panel products.

www.sherwoodlumber.com

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Learning from the Mistakes of Others, episode 4 Redux

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 19 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400

2 years ago, Michele Hottel joined me to give advice to homeowners so that they could learn from the mistakes of others. As I reflected on the past three years in the week of my podiversary, I listened again to this episode and wanted to revisit it. We talked about renovating while pregnant, building too much space, rising construction costs and more.

About our guest:

Michele Grace Hottel, Architect is a firm practicing Architecture, Interiors, and Visual Arts, specializing in Custom and multi-family Residential and smaller Commercial and Institutional projects since 1994.

Prior to her current practice, Michele was a consultant with other Architecture and Engineering firms in the Los Angeles and San Diego areas for twelve years before and after attending Cal Poly, Pomona for Architecture. One can read her blog, "I've never met a woman architect before..." a blog about my life... , the trials and tribulations, as one could say, of being a woman, a mother, a wife, a volunteer, a public servant, and last but not least, an architect.

Michele is also a Commissioner and Subject Matter Expert for the California Architects Board, a City of La Mesa Planning Commissioner in her third term, the Chair of the American Institute of Architecture (AIA) Chair of the Custom Residential Architecture Network (CRAN) for the AIA San Diego and Palomar Chapters. She also served as the Chair of the Committee for AIA California's Inaugural Housing Forum for attainable housing. In addition, Michele served on the Board and Past President of the La Mesa Arts Alliance, served as a La Mesa Parks and Recreation Board Member, a La Mesa Centennial Planning Committee member and lead the Centennial Legacy Project Subcommittee.

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Renovation Story- Hickory Haven, a special foursquare in Wisconsin

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Architect Daniel Steger designed a renovation for his parents Mary and Bob Steger and then managed the construction over zoom from half a continent away. We talked about construction challenges, the right amount of detail to include in architectural drawings, the importance of design, replacement windows and working with family.

Instagram, DGS/a: https://www.instagram.com/dgs_architecture/

Link to their AirBNB listing: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/20785627?source_impression_id=p3_1665437191_cbvJ4DOufaHPxSLq&modal=PHOTO_TOUR_SCROLLABLE

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Smart Old House Case Study Part 6- September Strides

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400

September buzzed by here at the Smart Old House- exterior painting progressed, attic structure in place, landscaping and garden certification underway. We upgraded our electrical and bought an electric car, bringing us closer and closer to all electric.

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Listener Chat- Smart Old House Illinois

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400

I love to chat with my listeners about their houses. Abby from Illinois got in touch with me via instagram- where she is @91abbyro- to tell me that she related to our old house journey. She talks about the challenges of getting internet at her house, google home, surprises she encountered, plans she has for the house and what she is learning from her house. If you've got your own Smart Old House journey to share, get in touch!

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Working with an Interior Designer part 3

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Amy Everard is back again with another session with me helping me conceptualize for my smart old house. We are still working on schematic ideas, which is my favorite part anyway, and I hope that people will be inspired to work with a design consultant on their own projects. I really value Amy's input.

About our guest:

Amy has been a guest on the show on the episode Architect vs Interior Designer and last summer on the episode Flooring Options. She is an interior designer in New York City with her own podcast Soft Landing.

About Soft Landing Podcast: Let's demystify Interior Design! Soft Landing is a weekly independent podcast that disseminates powerful design knowledge to help YOU create your dream space. From furniture reviews to affordable fixes for all kinds of spaces and places.

https://www.softlandingstudio.com

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Behind the scenes with Kadilak Homes

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 14 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400

I had fun talking with Susan and Paul Kadilak about their home renovation show Renovation Rekindle, how they work with clients, what advice they would have for homeowners and even how they met.

https://kadilakhomes.com

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Smart Old House Case Study Part 5- August Struggles

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400

You know those home shows that wrap up a whole project from the very beginning to end of the project in less than an hour? This series is the opposite. Join me and Michael as we report on the progress made in August at the Smart Old House.

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Responsible Renovations

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 31 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400

I claim to be an architect for old house owners who are determined to plan a responsible renovation. What does that mean? Especially in old houses, I believe we are just stewards of the house and we need to keep the best interests of the house in mind when we are making changes. The neighborhood may have a certain fabric that needs to be respected. Construction is a huge source of energy consumption and thinking about our impact on the environment while we are modifying our houses is important. Last week I had mentioned a homeowner's guide to environmentally friendly renovations that I put together a few years ago, in this episode I share more about the guide and how we are incorporating elements listed in the guide in our Smart Old House project.

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Listener chat: Acquiring property and planning a sustainable renovation

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 24 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Listener Haley Mistler wrote to me this summer to tell me about her project, we had a lot of similarities and I asked her to come tell her story on the show. We talked about her plans for a sustainable renovation and their creative approach to property acquisition.

If you'd be interested in getting a copy of Beginners Guide to Sustainable Renovations, send me an email at thehousemaven@talkinghomerenovations.com and I'll send you the PDF.

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Renovation Feasibility Studies and Estimates

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Have you ever wondered how you can get a reality check on your renovation ideas when it comes to budget? In this episode I speak with Chris Previte, a licensed general contractor in Massachusetts who is the owner of Success Techniques. He helps people with introductory feasibility studies to see what is possible and what may make sense for them in remodeling their home.

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Dealing with a flood

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400

A while back a listener requested information about rebuilding and renovating after a flood. This is a story about the aftermath of a flash flood and we can all learn something about preparedness from this conversation.

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Smart Old House Case Study Part 3

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 03 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Michael MacPhail is back to discuss the progress on the Smart Old House, a case study for the development company we are starting soon. We will be taking old houses and preserve their character while incorporating technologies that will increase their energy efficiency, giving the houses 100 more years of useful life.

Our house was built in 1794, a simple federal style house with two telescoping additions, a 5.5' basement, dirt crawlspaces, worn out plumbing and thousands of powder post beetles. This is part 3 in the case study series.

For photos and more updates, visit our Facebook page talking home renovations, or find us on instagram- @talkinghomerenovations and @smartoldhouse.

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Working with an Interior Designer part 2

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 27 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Interior Designer Amy Everard joins me again in this second session of four with an interior designer. She is helping me figure out how to bring out my vision for the smart old house. My expertise is in the structure of the house, the systems, windows and doors, flow of rooms, the overall building. Her expertise is in getting me to express my personality through the look and feel of the rooms. I'm excited about the process.

About our guest:

https://www.softlandingstudio.com

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Aging in Place

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Architect Taylor Davis joins me on this episode to talk about her specialty, aging in place in a home that you love. We talked about what it means to age in place, why designing for older adults means actually designing for everyone, some "invisible" ways that architects can help create homes that anticipate future needs, and her belief that beautiful spaces and aging in place spaces are not mutually exclusive concepts.

About our guest:

Taylor is the founder of TPD Architect, a residential architecture, interiors and planning firm that specializes in helping families live longer in homes they love. As an architect, Taylor is focused on thoughtful design strategies to address the unique needs of her clients, whether that involves working with a growing family or a couple downsizing for the next chapter.

A mother of three, Taylor enjoys travel, especially Italy, and her tap dancing classes. She received her undergraduate degree from Princeton University, and a Master of Architecture degree from the University of Virginia. She is a Councilor of the Birmingham chapter of the American Institute of Architects, is NCARB certified and recently completed her Aging in Place Certification through the National Association of Home Builders.

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Working with an Interior Designer Part 1

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 13 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400

The Smart Old House needs to really sing when she is finished, so I asked interior designer Amy Everard for some help. This episode is an edited version of our hour long session, one of four. I somehow had no idea what to expect and I thought maybe others feel the same- it was fun and not intimidating and I hope it inspires someone else to take their interiors to the next level. Amy has been a guest on the show on the episode Architect vs Interior Designer and last summer on the episode Flooring Options. She is an interior designer in New York City with her own podcast Soft Landing.

https://www.softlandingstudio.com

Follow along on Instagram @softlandingpodcast

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Geothermal/ground source heat pump

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400

What is geothermal? What is a ground source heat pump? What is the difference between that and an air source heat pump, and how do I know which is right for me? Patrick O'Gara of Dandelion Energy joined me to answer all of my questions.

https://dandelionenergy.com

The listener letter with links:

"I'm writing about your latest show, which I was disappointed to hear your perspective on mini-splits. I believe this is/was a missed opportunity for an architect to dig into how to address one of the common problems with modern home renovations: the attractiveness of mini splits hanging on the wall and exterior. Being an architect and going through this process would be a huge benefit to your listener audience! I'm sure you can come up with some really interesting solutions.

There are several ways to hide the mini-split mechanicals, including installing them into custom cabinetry. Here is a discussion by a Mitsubishi HVAC engineer talking about recessed head units built into cabinetry: https://youtu.be/KvJKWdPYJWw?t=1303 And some more examples: https://www.protradecraft.com/photos/9-ways-hide-minisplit

In full house remodels where studs are open, the line sets can be run inside the stud bays so they do not need to be on the exterior of the house. In cases where there is an exterior need, you can use a product like DiversiTech SpeediChannel which can be painted and look like gutters."

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Smart Old House Case Study Part 3- The Root Canals of Architecture

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 29 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400

What are the root canals of architecture? I call anything house related that is expensive and not fun or beautiful but necessary a root canal of architecture. Do we want to spend money on it? No. Do we have to do it if we want to maintain the house? Yes.

Lifting the house. Fixing beetle damage. Replacing drains and fixing waste lines. Adding structure to the first floor. More.

This episode I'm joined by Michael MacPhail, architect and fellow homeowner of the Smart Old House, as we discuss the latest revelations and issues facing us.

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Heathy Homes

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400

We are hearing more and more about the ways in which our homes may be making us sick, or at least not feel as well as we could. If your goal is to make your house as healthy as it can be, you'll be interested in this episode. Tim Swackhammer of Mold Medics joins me to talk about what you can do when renovating your house to improve the air quality along with the flow, space and aesthetics.

About our guest:

Tim Swackahmmer is the Founder and CEO of Mold Medics and Mold Medics Franchising. Mold Medics is dedicated to helping people improve the environmental quality of their homes through Mold Remediation, Air Duct Cleaning, Radon Mitigation, and other environmental services. We are proud to have franchise opportunities available across the US.

https://www.moldmedics.com

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mold

Facebook: www.facebook.com/MoldMedicsPGH/

Twitter: @TheMoldMedics

Instagram: mold_medics

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Smart House Case Study Part 2- Inspectors' Reports

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 15 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400

This episode is part 2 of the Smart Old House Case Study series. Aidan Brock from Boston Home Inspectors came by to assess the systems and structure of the building, the fireplace people came by to tell me a wood insert wouldn't work (but we are going to make it work), the level 2 chimney inspection revealed that none of the flues currently work and the chimney is completely open to the weather. Lots to do!

Building Home Inspectors https://bhi.us

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Appliances

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400

www.applianceeducator.com

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Wallpaper

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Interior designer Meghan Shadrick joined me this week to answer my questions about wallpaper. Wallpaper isn't something that comes up in my projects- partially because I don't pick the finishes on my projects, partially because I've been practicing architecture during the 25 year anti-wallpaper period. At least that is the way I saw it! Now I'm intrigued by wallpaper and know I will incorporate it into my upcoming project. How about you?

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Smart Old House Case Study Part 1- Scope of Work

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 25 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode I'm joined by Michael MacPhail to discuss the Smart Old House Case Study. Michael and I are buying this house and are planning to make it not only our home but also the case study for our new renovation company in which we are going to renovate old homes and get them prepared for the next 100 years. We've got a lot of issues to tackle and I'm looking forward to working through them and sharing that on the show.

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Season 4 Trailer, Next Level

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Mon, 23 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400

In this season of Talking Home Renovations with the House Maven we are going to take it to the next level. Using my new (old) house as a renovation case study, we will be looking at renewing noteworthy homes with the future in mind. Old friends will be joining us again, stay tuned!

Attract Good Contractors and other tips with Van Sturgeon

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 18 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Would you like to increase the chances of finding a contractor who is eager to work on your project? Real estate investor and long time contractor Van Sturgeon joined me to discuss being a contractor magnet and other tips for a smooth renovation.

About our guest:

Van Sturgeon is an experienced entrepreneur of over 30 years, who has successfully created several businesses in the real estate industry that cover areas of land acquisition, development, management, construction and renovation. Van personally owns over 1,000 properties across North America, and is semi-retired from the day to day operations of his businesses. Van is passionate in helping homeowners and real estate investors overcome their fears of house renovations/rehabbing, and loves to be actively involved in helping people reach their goals.

www.van sturgeon.com

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Design for Real People

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 11 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Lee Noel Chase joined me for this episode to talk about the design process and deepening human connection.

About our guest:

Artisan-architect pioneering a heart-centered approach to residential design. 25+ years creating compelling custom high-end residential architecture. Her pursuit to connect with homeowner's feelings about home consistently yields unique, meaningful, beautiful houses. Early career accomplishments include bench-fabrication, by hand, of museum-quality architectural detail for historic buildings nationwide. Subsequently she managed teams of skilled artisans at three elite construction companies. Her design work integrates homeowner's heartfelt emotional desires with their personal living spaces.

Lee Noel lives outside of Boston with her school-age son. They both love to make things.

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Going all electric

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 04 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400

In Massachusetts there is an effort to get a million homes to be all electric by 2030. What is that going to mean, and why does it matter? I found Ben Butterworth in a Boston Globe article about electrification of Massachusetts houses from August 2021. He had had some resistance when trying to remove his existing system and I wanted to talk to him about how he achieved his goals.

About our guest:

Ben Butterworth has been working in the clean energy and climate policy space for the past decade and currently serves as the Senior Manager of Climate and Energy Analysis at Acadia Center, based in their Boston office. Acadia Center is a nonprofit advocacy organization whose mission is to advance bold, effective, and equitable clean energy solutions for a livable climate and a stronger, more equitable economy. Ben’s work includes managing and conducting research and analysis in support of Acadia Center’s initiatives and state implementation efforts, on topics including energy efficiency in buildings, electrification of buildings, and the phaseout of the northeast’s reliance on natural gas.

Prior to Acadia Center, Ben was a Senior Associate at the Cadmus Group and a Senior Consultant at DNV. In these two energy-focused consulting roles, Ben worked with a diverse set of clients – including city, county, and state governments, community choice aggregations, and corporations – to develop implementable solutions to complex climate and energy issues. Ben’s interdisciplinary work experience in the climate and energy space has led him to develop technical areas of focus in areas including energy efficiency, renewable energy, thermal decarbonization, and electric vehicles. He also has extensive experience in greenhouse gas quantification, scenario analysis, and policy cost-benefit analysis. Ben holds a Master’s of Environmental Management with a focus on Energy and Climate Policy from the Yale School of the Environment and a BS in Environmental Science from Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut.

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Renovation Story- Two Architects and Their Second Floor

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Architect Neal Pann tells the story of the renovation he and his wife undertook many years ago at their family home. He learned some lessons through some struggles, but ended up with a transformed and beautiful house (see the episode enhancement).

About our guest:

Neal Pann is an architect and podcaster from Livermore, CA. He has a broad range of experience in architectural project types and is also the founder of Apple for Architects.

appleforarchitects.com

Instagram- @Nealp

Inside the Apple Studio, hosted by Neal Pann, is a podcast from Apple for Architects, the source for everything you need to know about using Apple products in the practice of architecture. The show features conversations with architects to learn how they use Apple products. New episodes are released fortnightly on Sunday.

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Windows (and doors) 101

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400

This is our third episode having to do with windows- one of the first episodes was about windows and doors, about 26 episodes in we talked about rebuilding old wood windows, and now we are back to talking about window and door basics. Justin Reif, an Andersen window dealer in North Carolina, joined me to explain the options available to consumers. If you've ever been confused by the many lines of windows, grilles adhered to the glass, between the glass, spacers, etc- may you find some clarity after this conversation.

About our guest:

Justin Reif owns the Window Works Company, based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Window Works is one of the southeast's top Andersen Window dealerships, and also carries windows and doors from other trusted American brands. Justin loves helping homeowners find the windows and doors they'll love. To learn more, visit windowworksnc.com

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What the Painter Wants You to Know

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Bruno Oliviera of NS Pro Painting is my guest this week and we talked about painting. Why hire a painter? Isn't painting something all of us can do? We discussed the value of a professional finish and what to consider when painting your house.

About our guest:

Bruno Oliviera has run his painting business for over 10 years. He is active on instagram @nspropainting

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Listener Chats- Second Renovation, Lessons Learned

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Staci Barber got in touch with me after listening to the podcast, wanting to share her experiences renovating her first house, moving on to a second house and the lessons she is going to implement the second time around.

About our guest:

Staci Barber is a marketing director for Boston-based architecture and interior design firm Margulies Perruzzi. Staci has a passion for all-things home renovations and design. At the age of 29, she and her husband bought their first home, in need of major TLC, just outside of Boston, MA. Five years and many renovation lessons learned later, they have sold their lovingly restored 1930 bungalow. Now, they are embarking on another set of renovations for their new-to-them 1901 dream home in a neighborhood they used to hope they could one day live.

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Sustainable Design- Vermont

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Alan and Nancy Benoit, of Sustainable Design in Vermont, joined me this episode to talk about the 1880s farmhouse that they are transforming into a net zero house for themselves. Their architecture firm works exclusively on affordable, sustainable architecture and their house is a demonstration of their techniques and values. Check out their website for examples of their work and for many beautiful articles about them and their amazing current house and garden.

www.sdvermont.com

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This episode was sponsored by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards.

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Curated Kitchens

Katharine White MacPhail//Gabl Media — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Karen Swanson of New England Design Works joined me this week to talk about curated kitchens. She describes her design process, what to look for in cabinets and appliances, thoughts on countertops and tips for renovating your kitchen in 2022.

About our guest

Karen Swanson is the Owner and lead designer at New England Design Works, an interiors firm specializing in kitchen and bath design. Her work has been featured in various publications including the cover of Boston Home Magazine. She was the recipient of first place in the NKBA's kitchen design contest for medium kitchen as well as one of 53 regional winners amongst more than 1600 entrants for the Subzero Wolf Kitchen Design Contest.

www.ne-dw.com