When It Comes to Older Homes, Small Is Not the New Big
In the world of new construction, the mantra is “small is the new big.” This means that people who are building new homes appear to be tired of —[...]
The Truck Tells the Whole Story
You can tell a lot about a craftsman by how he keeps his truck. At our Maryland Street project, the bank that owned the property before us had[...]
90% Done, 75% to Go!
When it comes to closing a renovation project, that old saying holds true: the devil is in the details. It’s a time when having logged your 10,000 hours counts, and[...]
Make it Boaty!
In our work, just as in many other professions, tidiness is important. Recently, I attended a wooden boat show in Clayton, NY, home of the amazing Antique Boat[...]
“Plumb Level Square” Does Not Always Apply
Plumb Level Square is a touch stone phrase carpenters and other craftsmen use to be sure their work is tidy. But it doesn't always apply. Here is the proof. Enjoy[...]
Doing Your Homework As a Home Improvement Buyer
I recently spoke with a potential client who had a hugely specified project he wanted to build, but an insufficient budget to do so. Here are some things he could[...]
Thanks to Elfant Wissahikon Realtors!
Thanks to Elfant Wissahickon Realtors! We are happy to announce a new website cross-linking relationship with Elfant Wissahickon Realty . You can find us on their site under the tabs[...]
Now THAT’S A Cappuccino!
Tam got this beautiful cup of coffee at "1Shot" on Liberties Walk. Yeah, that's Cher on the cover of Architectural Digest!
Some Photos: Main Line Food and Jazz Fest
Here are some photos from the Main Line Food and Jazz Fest where we had a booth this past Saturday. It was a hot day so we put[...]
Chaka Fattah and NASA Chief Technologist Visit West Philly Hybrid X Team
Our company has been very excited to watch the incredible successes of the West Philadelphia High School "X Team" as they take on other competitors with very deep pockets and[...]
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