Renovating

My husband and I are not new to renovating houses. This is our third project house. We buy unusual homes that need a lot of work. But there’s always something — some intangible quality about a house which inspires and captures us. We also have the imagination to look beyond the immediate disaster and to see the potential.

We ascribe to the ideas of The Not So Big House — buying a cozy house with just enough space and a house that encourages time together. We like open spaces, natural light, good windows, and solid construction. The two homes we have owned in the past were from very different eras — one built in the 40s and the other in the 80s. But both were snug, well-built homes with great light and character.

As we improve our cute little Atomic Ranch, we will always share information about our favorite products, sources, paint colors, and the like, too. Enjoy!