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Remodeling: December 2007 Monthly archive

Modern Hot Tub Solution

Hot tubs and jacuzzis are an eye-sore for many homeowners who otherwise have built the perfect modern landscape in their backyards. But Surfacedesign Inc. was up to the task of incorporating the "soaking tub" into their clients modern yard and they pulled it off by creating a ipe wood cover that also doubled as a tub deck and could also slide along rails across the yard to the BBQ area for an outdoor eating table. The American Association of Landscape Architects gave Surfacedesign a Residential Design Honor Award for the project.

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Tags:  dwell, hot tub, jacuzzi, landscape

  December 18, 2007 | Comments (2)

Seven Deadly Sins of DIY

HGTV of Canada has listed Six Deadly Sins of DIY Projects that we should all be wary of. We would add a seventh called "Expectations" as the honeymoon of a project will quickly wear off when expectations of time, money, and finished results are not met. We aren't suggesting you curb your enthusiasm when it comes to new projects but be prepared to roll with the punches and don't settle for results that aren't what you desired.

Tags:  diy, remodel, renovation

  December 3, 2007 | Comments (1)

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