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Floorplan Rules: Where To Put All Your “Rooms” For The Best Layout And Flow (+ A BIG River House New Build Update)

The difference between a renovation and a new build is similar to altering an antique wedding dress versus having one…

By Emily
Feb 2

What We Did With Our Perfectly Usable Kitchen Cabinets And Appliances From The Farm

When we first bought the house we were going to leave the kitchen as-is. They were in really good condition […]

By Jess Bunge
Feb 1

Design Mistakes: 7 Easy Electrical And Lighting Mistakes To Make And AVOID When Remodeling
By Emily
Jan 26

The OG Portland Project House Was For Sale Again (And Sold Fast) + Some 3 Year Later Reflections…And Real Budget Numbers
By Jess
Jan 11

Wait, What’s The Farmhouse Style Again? Did We Lose The Original Vision??? How We Almost Made Some Risky Permanent Choices And Why?
By Emily
Jan 3

A Farm Update – Because It’s All Finally Happening!!!!!
By Emily
Dec 2

How We Are Repurposing The Original Living Room Windows At The Farmhouse (In The PANTRY??)
By Emily
Nov 11

The 13 “Do’s” And “Dont’s” Of Choosing Paint For Your Whole House – Read Before You Paint
By Emily
Oct 27

The Most Affordable Hack To Make Your Outlet Covers Look Good

Last weekend I finally got to see my friend’s new house. I say finally because they’ve been basically bringing it […]

By Jess Bunge
Oct 21

Here’s How To BEAT The Homeowner’s Emotional Reno Rollercoaster

Emily and Brian made it to Portland. I am so happy. It is going to be great having them nearby. Emily’s exuberance and […]

By Jess Bunge
Oct 1

The Debate: To Keep Or Replace The Original Vintage Windows (And How To Make Old Windows As Safe And Eco-Friendly As Possible Without Replacing)
By Emily
Sep 24

Here’s How Much Caitlin Spent Installing Permanent Wallpaper In Her Rental (With All Your FAQs Answered From Prep To Finish)
By Caitlin
Sep 16

Our Go-To Cabinet Hardware Placement + 60 Of Our Shoppable Favorites
By Julie Rose
Sep 14

Malcolm’s Bathroom Reveal – The Power Of Pivoting, Intentional Design, And A DIY That Will Have You Digging Into Your Walls
By Jess
Aug 31

The Truth About Unlacquered Brass Faucets + All The Kitchen Faucets I’m Considering (And WHY….)
By Emily
Aug 17

The Budget-Friendly Brick House Hack – How to Clad Your Home in Brick for The Same Price As Siding (Or LESS)
By Emily
Aug 13
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