Tag Archive: beams

Giving Wood a Second Life

Giving Wood a Second Life

Posted on January 25, 2019

“There isn’t a piece of reclaimed wood that I wouldn’t or couldn’t try to use,” said Normandy Designer Karen Chanan.  Reclaimed wood isn’t just for rustic spaces – its beauty makes it versatile for many different design styles.        Mixing and matching with existing wood finishes is one of the benefits of reclaimed… more

Getting Close to Open-Concept

Getting Close to Open-Concept

Posted on May 12, 2017

Not everything can have a perfectly open floor plan, but doesn’t mean rooms can’t feel open and connected. Here are some insights from Normandy Designer Maury Jones on how to work around structural issues to get as close to open-concept as possible. “With open-concept, there needs to be structural support for the space above,” said… more

Top It Off With An Accent

Top It Off With An Accent

Posted on July 27, 2015

Homeowners searching for a unique “wow” factor in their next home remodeling project would do well to try looking up. The 5th wall (your ceiling) is a frequently ignored surface in your home, one that can make a huge impact on the space if given a little special attention. Some folks are content to simply… more