Definitely agree with this. A good rule of thumb I've always followed is to have at least 10 feet of clear space around the fire pit, especially if yo...

I've noticed that too—there's definitely a tipping point. A client of mine once insisted on a huge yard, thinking they'd use every inch. A couple year...

Activated charcoal can help, but honestly, I've found sunlight and fresh air to be way more effective. Had a similar issue with some reclaimed beams w...

I've wrestled with this exact issue on a few projects. Last year, I was working on a renovation where the client was really keen on using reclaimed wo...

Tapping into equity can be okay if you're strategic and disciplined about it. I've seen clients upgrade spaces they genuinely use, like your patio, an...