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The adventure of creating a home

Outdoor shower design ideas
Samantha Michelson Samantha Michelson

Outdoor shower design ideas

We are planning on building an outdoor shower next to our backdoor (leading into the mudroom) to wash off before we enter our home.

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2023 in review: a year of firsts
Samantha Michelson Samantha Michelson

2023 in review: a year of firsts

2023 was a HUGE year for us. It stretched us creatively, physically and challenged how much we could take on in one go. We accomplished goals that we dreamt of when we finished the front section of our renovation.

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Keeping momentum in your renovation
Samantha Michelson Samantha Michelson

Keeping momentum in your renovation

Over the years and many projects that Brad and I have undertaken, there is one outstanding lesson we have learnt time and time again - don’t lose momentum.

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Timber oak herringbone floor installation
Samantha Michelson Samantha Michelson

Timber oak herringbone floor installation

For our home we were keen on a herringbone style pattern, it has made its way into many of our projects in the past, so it’s fair to say we’re a bit obsessed.

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GFRC concrete: what you need to know
Samantha Michelson Samantha Michelson

GFRC concrete: what you need to know

GFRC (glass fibre reinforced cement) is a cost-effective material to use. But is creating a custom piece out of GFRC something the home renovator can do?

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Five tips for designing a wardrobe
Samantha Michelson Samantha Michelson

Five tips for designing a wardrobe

When you’re designing a wardrobe, there’s more to think about than just where you’re going to hang your clothes. Here’s our top five tips:

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