Susan Allison

Automation in the Office

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Smart Office Technology can handle the mundane tasks associated with running a small to medium sized office.   A Smart Office takes care of the lights, audio, video, heating and let’s you and your team get down to business. Why Integrate Your Office Systems? Reduce energy consumption: An integrated lighting system that is programmed to go … Read More

Care & Maintenance: Stone Counter Tops

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In most cases, stone counter tops are not very easy to repair. To avoid having problem with your stone material, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s guidelines to prevent any permanent damage. Your stone countertops are very easy to clean. A mild detergent (soapy water) will keep your stone looking beautiful for a long time.  Avoid household … Read More

Accessible Kitchen Design

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Continuing on our posts dedicated to our disabled Olympic athletes, today’s post covers kitchen design.  Similar to accessible bathroom design, the three main considerations in barrier-free kitchen design are: wheelchair mobility, work space comfort, and accessibility to cabinets and storage spaces. When planning a kitchen for a wheelchair use, make sure you know the measurements … Read More

Most Common Mistakes in Bathroom Design

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One of the most used rooms in a home is the bathroom.  So if you are planning a bathroom renovation, plan carefully!  Whether you are planning to do it yourself or hiring a contractor, putting some thought into the planning and layout of your new bathroom will take you a long way!  To help you … Read More

Efficient Kitchen Design

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The kitchen is generally the most used room in any house and traffic flow should be at the top of your priority list in designing a kitchen that is not only efficient but also safe for all users.  Poorly designed kitchens restrict traffic flow making it difficult for more than two people to use at … Read More

Kitchen – Before & After

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This kitchen transformation proves what a difference you can make by removing a wall.  Many of our transformations have started with taking out a wall to expand the space and make it more open…and this one is no different.  With the wall against the sofa removed, our designer, Susan Allison, opened the kitchen to the … Read More