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Tweaking House Plans to Fit Two or Three on a Plat
Architect Michael L.
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Historic and Rural Houses Rule the Day
Three custom houses, campus apartments for medical researchers, and one cool barbecue pavilion may not seem to have a lot in common. These four projects, however, share two things.
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Design Details: Built-Ins
From making use of an awkward space to defining a room, built-ins offer a world of possibilities.
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nail gun safety, take finger off trigger
Take your finger off the trigger immediately after you’ve driven in a fastener. And never carry the nail gun with your finger cocked to shoot.— Nail Gun Safety
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FourPlans: Southern Exposure
Even if you’re not building in the South, consider how appealing a country-influenced plan can be.
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fall groundwork roger quote
“This is prime time to prep your yard for the next growing season,” says This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook.— Fall Groundwork
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How to Build a Wall-Mounted Coatrack
No room for an entryway closet? No problem. Keep outerwear organized with this simple-to-build piece
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How to Remove Painted Hinges from Wood Cabinets
Learn how to remove hinges buried under layers of paint while refinishing wood cabinets
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Winsome Windows
Sporting creativity, sustainability, and good looks of all kinds, the winners of this year’s myMarvin Architect’s Challenge have it all.
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