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Growing up in the suburbs, it appeared that one out of every two homes had shutters … but not one of those shutters actually worked. Their purpose has been decorative, a means of evoking a style rather than doing what shutters traditionally do: modulate light and privacy, protect windows from rain and wind, and close off a building once the occupants are away. But Baths which in fact work can still be seen in new buildings, be it in tropical climes or in ways they don’t even resemble shutters. What follows are many different shutter programs, from the traditional to the modern. Rebekah Zaveloff | KitchenLab This vernacular French state building illustrates not only the purpose of shutters in action but also various programs. The top floor uses double shutters at every window, while downstairs the squarish window has been covered with only 1 shutter. The several doorways comprise shutters….

If your sweetie wants ideas for a great Valentine’s Day gift, send them a link to these design-friendly finds. Will you choose the heart-shaped mirror, the little kumquat tree, the cake stand, or the crown? To keep a portion of surprise and choice, create your own mini ideabook with a couple favorites and discuss the link however you see fit. It’s a sign that can not be missed, right? You’ll discover Feb. 14. Things selected and composed by Margaret Everton, Lily Gahagan, Becky Harris, Susan Herin and Rebekah Zaveloff Burke Decor Set of Four Flower Placemats at Rose – $48 I like to entertain, and splurging on those flowery placemats will make me just as joyful as a live bouquet. Additionally, they will last a lot longer. Jonathan Adler Mod Love Pillow – $175 Leave it to Jonathan Adler to somehow make needlepoint look ridiculously hip. The sentiment scrawled on…

In our modern world of houses that are frequently too big, too costly and not so environmentally friendly, Postgreen Homes designs a home that is perfectly little, inexpensive, and energy efficient. Nic Darling, spouse for the Philadelphia firm, has a refreshing look at affordable housing for those who want a sensible house that speaks straight to eco-conscious living. Keep reading to find out about these innovative homes and how they’re revolutionizing how healthy families can grow and live. Nic Darling In the outside, 100K Project homes look like little warehouses using minimal ornamentation and layout. Don’t let the exterior fool you: They are full of bright interiors, a welcoming floor plan, along with an eco-conscious living environment — for $100,000 in labor and materials (see Nic’s notice about total cost in the comments section below). Nic Darling The interiors are warm and bright. “The spacious floorplan and well-placed windows provide…

Letour design challenge poolside moves — specifically to the landscaping around the pool. Houzz consumer dguill‘s pool place at La Quinta, Calif., is currently dominated by cement, and dguill is seeking to add some new greenery across the perimeter. Click here to answer and discuss your planting ideas. Houzz Design Dilemmas As you can see, there’s limited planting distance, so this will primarily be a container garden. Houzz Design Dilemmas How would you put in more greenery to the pool place from the California desert? Click on this link to share your ideas from the Questions section. Houzz Design Dilemmas Check out Houzz design issues here. See related