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Passionate Renovation A Stunning Church-to-Private Residence Transformation Joe Sipotz Home Improvements | Northampton, PA
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Bathroom Style With the bathroom being a popular room for remodeling and renovation (Expenditures totaled about $16-billion in the United States last year, according to the National Association of Home Builders), there is an influx of new bath offerings that provide the transforming step from worn to wow. Produits Neptune, a Canadian manufacturer of bath collections that are designed with a focus on human ergonomics, finds the minimalist trend to be the most inviting. The shapes of their bathtubs are unique and inspired by natural elements, such as the wind, with which they named one of their new corner tubs. Calming colors of white and silver call to mind the peacefulness of nature and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t detract from bathroom color schemes. For more information, visit: East Lawn Supply Company Showroom | 355 North New Street | Nazareth www.bathroomsfromneptune.com
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Beautiful, Natural Light With the table in the center of the existing kitchen, and with dreams of a large center island and more functional space, a two hundred square foot addition was added to the back of this kitchen. This created beautiful new space for daily dining. A twelve foot high barrel rolled ceiling was designed to allow for a wall of glass facing the beautifully landscaped gardens at the rear of the property. An 18”x 72” long awning style window, uniquely placed above the kitchen counter, further adds to the abundance of natural light. To view additional inspiring photographs and to read more about this remodeling project, download this issue at www.DreamsMagazine.us
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A Stunning Church-to-Private Residence Transformation Inspiration has always been an internal force quietly shaping the life of this 170 year old building. From itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original construction in 1838 as a Presbyterian Church for worship and salvation, to dreams of profits and success in the 1950s as a factory, to a simple home in the 1980s, and today, to a beautifully detailed private residence, the pull and silent charisma of this building has influenced people in unique ways. With renovations recently completed, the structure that began with inspiration and purpose over a century ago, begins another storied chapter. Explore more photographs of this stunning renovation and hear Joe Sipotz, the remodeling professional behind the transformation, talk about the project in an enlightening multimedia presentation. Available at: www.DreamsMagazine.us
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Is it the sleek Wellborn cabinets with stainless steel hardware … The Labrador Antique granite countertops … The backsplash tilework with glass accents … or just the fact that this room is the whole family’s favorite gathering place … that makes this BROC kitchen
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Making a Smaller, Smarter Home Live Big Not everyone wants a grandiose home on a huge lot in which empty spaces inside and out eat up time and money both to buy and maintain. For many, a well planned smaller home on a compact lot makes a much more appealing package. The key to making a smaller, smarter home live bigger is in taking the time to design a circulation system which makes all the spaces work and feel much better than their size would suggest. Read more about this homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s design and see more photographs online at www.DreamsMagazine.us
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Products that Inspire Us
Bethlehem Glass Works
Glass The image and perception of “glass” generates such a limited and generic impression - flat, square, plain - that most never realize, or utilize, its full potential as a multipurpose element for the home. Today, glass offers nearly as many options and styles as any other product for the home. Finishes, textures, sizes, etchings, and edge treatments make glass a worthy consideration. From the kitchen, to the bathroom and beyond, the ability to personalize your living spaces with glass is wide open. The next time you’re looking for a fresh way to add style and interest to your home, take a look at glass.
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Whether you live in a beautifully rustic log home or a structure of traditional or contemporary design, energy efficiency is important. Fortunately, there are plenty of options to conserve the energy you consume besides mud and oil-paper covered windows. From replacement windows, to shades, insulation, heating and more, todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lehigh Valley homesteader can pick and choose from a variety of items, sources, and professionals from around the Valley.
Stunning Secure Efficient What New Garage Doors Will do for Your Home. Prepare your home for the change of seasons with a simple home improvement to new garage doors. Call today!
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EXTERIOR DOORS
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THE CHOICE Now is the time to replace your inefficient and aged exterior doors with new weather tight doors that save energy and look great. Choose from a wide selection of styles, finishes, and options to complement and enhance your home. Installation and disposal of your old doors make this a satisfying, winter-ready home improvement.
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There are countless options, materials, and designs for creating a beautiful fireplace surround to fit the style of your home. Here you can view a short tour of fireplaces and their surrounds from homes around the Lehigh Valley. A inspiring point for shaping your ideas and dreams.
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