[This is part of my How to Install Moldings series.] Can you spot the architect’s use of architectural subordination on the, Birmingham, Michigan, Lululemon yoga clothing store? I noticed it while sitting across the street drinking coffee at Biggby’s, waiting…
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Ben Asks Hi Ken, I am currently installing in my basement my version of your BASEBOARD-100 (5 inch 3/4 mdf + 1.5 inch 1/2 mdf). I will also do the DOOR TRIM-133 in craftsman style for the doors and windows….
Traditional Style Finish Carpenter Price c. $12.00/lf + $12.00/Corner or Return This example perfectly demonstrates the four powerful effects a simple flying crown molding gives an otherwise undefined and visually bland great room: Provides architectural detail to undefined, blank walls…
Traditional Style Though made around 1820, this pier mirror is designed in the earlier Federal Style. And while I’m not a big fan of the spheres under the cornice, I am a fan of pier mirrors in general, and have…
An American Beaux Arts Masterpiece, 1927 Friday morning I spent a few peaceful hours wandering the galleries of one of my favorite public buildings, the Detroit Institute of Arts. My parents took me here as a child, and I’m sure…
Before & After: Matthew’s Master Bedroom Moldings
June 21, 2013
I’m slowly turning our cookie cutter house into something unique. — Matthew Matthew has submitted so many pictures of his beautiful molding projects, that I’m giving him his own category. His hard work is paying off handsomely. Just look at…
Hey Ken, I wanted to take a moment to say thank you for all of the work you do on your blog and share with you something that I made. I visit your site pretty regularly and I finally got…
I just wanted to share this beautiful picture of Karel Heinen surrounded by his architectural fragments. The image was from Restoration Hardware’s website, a company who’s products and overall architectural aesthetic have been a great influence on my own work….
Door Surround, Crown Molding and a Fireplace Mantel Ken, I just wanted to thank you for your excellent site. It gave me the confidence to tackle these jobs. I did the front door first then took on the feature wall…
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