My Home Remodel, Part 7: Let There Be Light
I love to cook. To me, it’s stress relief after a long day behind my computer. I love experimenting with new recipes and flavors. And there are few things... Read more.
My Home Remodel, Part 6: To Basement or Not to Basement
One of the many benefits of our Thrasher system is that Thrasher comes to our home annually to test the system and the sump pump to ensure our basement stays dr... Read more.
My Home Remodel, Part 5: Little Things Can Create Big Impact
My favorite social media site is Pinterest. I have planned our wedding, Clare’s birthday parties, our family photo shoots, even nightly meals with Pintere... Read more.
My Home Remodel, Part 4: The Outside Receives an Update
Compliments are so nice! We just completed our first set of warm seasons with new siding and I must admit it was wonderful hearing complete strangers compliment... Read more.
My Home Remodel, Part 3: A Dream Bathroom
When Bart and I carved out space in our basement for my home office, a guestroom and walk-in closet (see Part 2 of this series), we knew eventually we’d be co... Read more.
My Home Remodel, Part 2: I Work from Home
I have worked from home for probably 15 years of my 20-year career as editor of trade publications. The only change COVID has had on my regular workday is Zoom ... Read more.
A 1980s Monolithic Glass Building Is Updated with Energy-efficient Metal Panels and Strategic Glazing
The 1980s were a decade of business growth and advancements in technology. Desktop computers stand out among the life-altering technology developments of the �... Read more.
My Home Remodel, Part 1: The Backstory
Since we married five years ago, my husband Bart and I have been slowly making our house into our forever home. We’ve just begun Phase 5 of our remodeling pro... Read more.
Relics of the Past
It probably was inevitable that my husband Bart and I would become farmers. We live in Iowa, after all! Bart’s knowledge of livestock, grain and their markets... Read more.
A Massive Chicago Warehouse Now Is an Eclectic Mix of Uses, Including Thoughtful and Affordable Lofts
Chicago is a proud city. Proud of its history, proud of its buildings and proud of its distinctive neighborhoods. Although locals may differ on the neighborhood... Read more.