Man installing office doors.
APR 23, 2025
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The next phase of our mudroom makeover

After a 1.5-year pause, we're finally back to tackling this small but ambitious renovation. Goodbye dog bath, hello downstairs laundry.

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Layered lighting for homes without overhead fixtures

Explore how layering different types of lighting creates a cozy and personalized home with depth and ambiance.

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Paint rescues my outdated 90s office

Antiquing JG-128 by Magnolia Home completely changed the vibe of my office, creating the perfect cozy workspace. See the before and afters.

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We're a blog that embraces the messy middle of home improvement.

Our 1996 Cape Cod-style house is undergoing a dramatic makeover, and we are excited to share every step of the process with you. Follow along as we dive headfirst into our major home renovation.

We're a blog that embraces the messy middle of home improvement.

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