In phase one of our home remodel, it was probably the master bathroom that underwent the biggest transformation. When we bought the home, we simply felt lucky to have a master bath (and a walk-in closet) in a home of this era. They were part of the series of unfortunate additions that had been added […]
Shari’s Home Story
The Casita Is Open: Come Inside to Tour this Multipurpose Family Space
Well, my new backyard casita and pool caused quite the stir last week, so as promised, it’s time for a look inside! As I mentioned in last week’s post about my Casita and Pool Addition . . . this space was planned as a multi-functional space for my family. It would be a rec space […]
Casita and Pool Addition Brings Multi-functional Living Space to Shari’s Home
The latest (and hopefully last!) home project taken on at our real home was a doozy. The dilapidated “garage” (i.e., shed) on our property was torn down, and we had a new backyard studio, or “casita”, built. I feel so grateful that we were able to expand our living space in this way! The construction […]
Shari Shares Her Porch – and 4 Tips for How You Can Make the Most of Your Outdoor Space
Summer is almost here folks, and we are eager for some lazy days outdoors! Get ready to see some of Kate & Shari’s outdoor digs and learn some tips to spruce up your own. Today, we start at the beginning (of some homes- including mine) — the front porch. I’ll share how my porch has […]
Shari’s Living Room Tour
My living room is a tricky one! The corner fireplace and abundant windows are good for atmosphere, but hard on space planning! Plus we have an open concept kitchen – living – dining room, which means the collection of things I currently love, have loved in the past, or have been loved by a dear […]
Welcome to My Bliss: Shari’s Real Home Story
My real home is a smallish bungalow in Central Austin. Our neighborhood was built out in the 1940s – modest houses built during the post-war boom. Now, 70 years later the semi-urban neighborhood is a mix — houses that have been remodeled & renovated, torn down and rebuilt … or completely left alone. Some are […]