A House Rescued Simplicity Restored

Fake siding and popcorn ceilings didn’t faze restoration veterans who saw the inherent charm of this rural bungalow in northwest Oregon. They set about making it right again.

Building A Good Picket Fence

Planning for longevity is worth the effort. 

Window Shades From Vintage Maps

Here’s a straightforward salvage project.

stuff thermals screwed up

our 1940's colonial revival has hot-water baseboard heaters. when we moved in a few years ago, the walls were pristine, but lately we’ve been plagued with ghosted jets of grime on the walls above the vent openings. it’s kind of creepy.