This fireplace is nestled in a large white marble mantel. It feels like an abstract notion of a fire. The living room in this home has a wonderfully muted color palate, and is a soothing space to inhabit. Rather than the standard sofa configuration, it has four corners of a sofa, which swivel, this creates a space that is infinitely more flexible and fun.
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Pretty Good House
For anyone interested in a sensible and cost-effective approach to designing and building a home that is comfortable, healthy, efficient, and durable, this book is a fantastic starting point (really, it may be all you need!).
This book earned author Sarah Susanka a reputation as a small house guru, yet, that wasn’t exactly her goal. This book isn’t about building a small house, it’s about building a smart house, one that matches how we live, and prioritizing beauty and comfort over size.
The New Carbon Architecture: Building to Cool the Climate
With this book, architect Bruce King changes the conversation around what it means to build a green home. Take everything you thought you knew about the topic, and just set it aside and let Bruce explain why embodied carbon trumps the rest of what is undoubtedly important.
I really like what was done with this space - it is a perfect room to sit and talk to friends for an evening. A nice tea or coffee and on a nice day, I think you did a great job. I look for inspiration all over for my projects (https://stairspros.com/).
I am sure I will continue to read your posts.
Keep on writing this was great!
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IT'S A MANTEL, NOT A 'MANTLE.'
I really like what was done with this space - it is a perfect room to sit and talk to friends for an evening. A nice tea or coffee and on a nice day, I think you did a great job. I look for inspiration all over for my projects (https://stairspros.com/).
I am sure I will continue to read your posts.
Keep on writing this was great!