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What’s up with roofing? Most people don’t think about their roof until it leaks or the home inspector tells the buyer there are problems! Properly done, a roof in Arizona (This varies greatly by climate.) can last 30 - 40 years with proper maintenance. Check for cracks or other damage...

When remodeling take every ceiling and door way to a least 8’ and raise as many ceiling above 8’ as you can afford. I tour luxury homes every other week and hear the feedback of the realtors selling luxury homes. They recognize low ceilings as older sections of the house...

What a dilemma! An appliance is failing and needs to be replaced immediately! Recently, a client’s built-in refrigerator was doing just that. The replacement got here before the old one died but that was just the beginning of the work! New wood panels had to be made and anew handle...

Kalamazoo Gourmet has a countertop pizza oven, outdoor-rated dishwasher and other great outdoor options!

You ARE the cook! This range will possibly do all the work for you!

A COFFEE SYSTEM THAT DOESN'T STIR IN A SPOONFUL OF FRUSTRATION Espresso, cappuccino, latte, macchiato, long or short coffee, even hot water for tea – they're all at your fingertips with the remarkable new Wolf built-in coffee system. Produce professional-quality drinks from whole beans with the touch of a few...

  On a recent luxury home tour of an Old World Mediterranean residence, these items were mentioned. You could use this as a checklist of materials and features for your own villa.   Colletti Wrought iron 2” fully welded steel entry doors with kiln casted glass panels and solid iron...

Love to read in bed? The typical height for a swing arm lamp is 42” from the bottom of the shade to the floor. Both Christopher Norman and Hinson-Hansen have good choices. Adding dimmers is advisable.  

  Do you have a boring hall wall? Add a chalkboard wall! The paint is available at most home improvement stores and with the popularity of dark gray walls and accents, continuity will ensue. A smooth wall is required.