Learn how to replicate damaged or missing plaster moldings using foam backer rods, setting-type joint compound, and custom profiling knives. A step-by-step guide for remodelers restoring period cornices and trim details in older homes.
Recreating traditional wood moldings is one of the most rewarding challenges in period home restoration and classical architecture. Whether you are restoring a Victorian row house, a Colonial revival, or a Craftsman bungalow, the ability to reproduce authentic moldings allows you to maintain historical integrity while achieving a flawless finish. This guide covers the principles,
Making a home feel larger without adding square footage is one of the most rewarding challenges in residential architecture. When LDa Architecture & Interiors tackled a 1,200-square-foot cottage on Martha’s Vineyard, they proved that thoughtful design can completely transform how a space feels. By converting a two-family layout back into a single-family home, eliminating redundant
Nestled along the shores of Lake Pend Oreille in northern Idaho, a remarkable home proves that the most striking architecture comes from working with nature rather than against it. Built by Terry Anderson, this house uses cedar stumps that washed ashore as its primary siding material, creating a structure that appears to grow organically from
The Philosophy of Building Half Your House Outdoors When vacation homeowners dream of their ideal retreat, they rarely picture extra storage closets or sprawling hallways. They imagine morning coffee on a wide porch, the smell of mountain air, and relaxed evenings spent outdoors with family and friends. The most successful vacation homes embrace this reality
When designing a home, few elements carry as much architectural weight as the entry porch. It is the first thing visitors see, the last thing they remember, and the daily threshold between public life and private sanctuary. A well-designed entry porch does more than just keep rain off the doorstep, it directs guests to the
A front porch is more than just an architectural feature; it is a transitional space that bridges the public realm of the street with the private sanctuary of…
Adding a porch to an existing home is one of the most rewarding residential projects a builder can undertake, especially when the goal is to complement a historic structure with classical Greek Revival details. A well-designed porch addition does more than extend living space — it anchors the home’s facade, frames the entrance, and establishes
Eichler Revamped: Balancing Mid-Century Heritage with Modern Livability in Residential Remodeling The mid-century modern home holds a special place in American residential architecture. Joseph Eichler, considered by many the patriarch of the midcentury-modern style, left an enduring mark on Southern California’s housing stock with his clean-lined, egalitarian architecture. Today, homeowners and design-build firms across the
Outdoor rooms transform a property from a simple yard into a series of inviting living spaces that extend the comfort of the home into the natural environment. Drawing on principles similar to those used in creating outdoor rooms through indoor-outdoor living design, homeowners can craft exterior areas that feel as intentional and welcoming as any
