You Said It: ‘Take Things All the Way’ and More Houzz Quotables

This week on Houzz must have worn out your Bookmark buttons. If you’ve been dreaming of barn doors, considering shutters, planning out a bathroom renovation or wondered why something makes it upstairs but winds up on top of your bed, there was an article you should have saved. Inspiration came from fall’s first changing leaves, from a favorite poster and from a design challenge posed by an elm tree. Most important, there was a reminder to those of you who are lucky enough to have grandparents still around to treasure your time with them, and there were suggestions for special ways in which to spend it.

“I had established the habit of picking up things as I went about my day, but with so many tasks, I tended to fall just short of completion. Now I knew I just needed to take things … all the way.” — Alison Hodgson

Every time I read one of Alison’s articles, I find myself nodding my head in agreement and smiling. Then I don’t feel like the only Not Naturally Organized person on Earth. While she got us started on being more organized with “How About Now?” she realized that the organizationally challenged need to follow up with “All The Way.” If you’re a Not Naturally Organized person, I promise this article will help.

Full story: Three More Magic Words to Help the Housekeeping Get Done


“But before you go picking out the pieces, there are a number of things you should think about — from privacy concerns to the load-bearing capability of the door frame you’re covering.” — Melisa Bleasdale

Indeed, barn doors are the biggest trend since, well, as seen here, chalkboard paint. Bleasdale lays out what you should consider when you plan to install them, including proper framing, the necessary permits, how much privacy you’ll need behind the door (including the lack of locking methods available), style, hardware and your level of commitment. If you’ve been collecting barn door photos in your ideabooks and thinking about them for your home, bookmark this guide.

Full story: 5 Questions to Ask Before Installing a Barn Door


“Today, as we strive to make our buildings ever more sustainable, functional shutters are a sensible investment.” — Eric Reinholdt

In a recent architectural era, shutters lost their purpose, becoming purely decorative and not even properly sized. Reinholdt runs through all of the important functions shutters can serve, including protection from wind, sun, heat, peeping Toms, burglars, ugly views, noise and hurricanes, and also adds a helpful guide to materials.

Full story: Design Workshop: Shutters, All Grown Up


“So if you’re thinking of embracing fall colors this season, consider one of these 10 areas of your home where moody oranges, reds, browns and golds will feel natural through any season.” — Jennifer Ott

Fall foliage inspires us to make some temporary changes for fall — floral arrangements, blankets draped over sofas, perhaps a throw-pillow switchout. Ott reminds us that these colors derived from nature warm up our spaces and guides us through the places where they work best, from floor to ceiling.

Full story: 10 Great Places for Rich Fall Colors Year-Round


“The height of mirrors should be based on your own height. Find an average eyeline for everyone using the mirrors and make sure this height is well within the upper and lower borders of the mirror.” — Yanic Simard

While there are many standard measurements for bathroom features like vanity height and tub length, they are far from one-size-fits-all. Simard clues us into lots of tricky dimensional concerns you may not have thought of. This is a must-read for anyone remodeling a bathroom.

Full story: Bathroom Workbook: The Right Height for Your Sinks, Mirrors and More


“Sharing family history is a great gift.” — Laura Gaskill

Did you know that Sept. 7 is National Grandparents Day in the U.S.? It’s a nice reminder of what a blessing family is. This article is full of wonderful suggestions for how to celebrate these special people all year round.

Full story: Simple Pleasures: Treasuring the Gift of Grandparents


“The heritage elm had to stay rooted in place in the backyard, which dictated where the additions would go.” — Nora Burba Trulsson

Sometimes a design challenge inspires a solution that’s a better design than it would have been without the obstacle. In this case, the shape of the house wraps around the tree, and Lord knows, people in Texas can use all the shade they can get.

Full story: Houzz Tour: Up and Out Around a Heritage Tree


“I was so lucky to have gotten to see the original Broadway show of Flower Drum Song. I loved it. I brought the poster home and based the whole room off it.” — Carol Estrada, as told to Mitchell Parker

This is a great reminder that one much-loved item can provide inspiration for an entire room. It can offer a color palette, style touches and the chance to enjoy something you love every day.

Full story: Room of the Day: Colorful Living Room Hums With New Energy


“With all this access to entertainment and information, [Gen Z teens’] rooms are changing — and we want to know how.” — Mary Jo Bowling

Houzzers, Houzz Calls are so much fun! Please follow the link below to submit your Gen Z rooms and let us know how tech savvy-ness influenced the design.

Full story: Houzz Call: Send Us Your Gen Z Rooms!

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