Outdoor & Garden Ideas
Design Your Reno Right
You don't have to be designing your home from scratch to need an architect. If you're making any structural changes to your home at all, whether it be an addition, a remodel or adding a whole new floor, an architect should be the first person you call.
An architect can perform many of the same services a contractor would but will also be able to incorporate any changes into the overall design of the house. Though some contractors do have an eye for design, an architect has had extensive training in blending form and function. When you bring them in at the beginning of the project, it can save you from an aesthetic disaster that could hurt the resale value of your home.
WHAT AN ARCHITECT CAN DO FOR YOU
Here are the three main functions an architect performs when working on residential projects:
DESIGN
An architect will help you plan the project and come up with designs. Good design will take your needs, the style of the current structure and the building site into consideration. Expect an architect to ask and consider questions like: What are the traffic patterns in your home and how does this project fit with them? How will your family use in the new addition? Where does the sun rise and set and how does light enter the room? Where are the neighbors? Was this building built in 1980 or 1890? An architect will make sure that eras, materials and roof lines match. There's nothing worse than a colonial home with a modernist addition or vice versa.
COORDINATION
Once the designs have been drawn up, the architect will coordinate and manage the project from start to finish. This begins with calling for quotes from contractors, helping to review the quotes before hiring someone to do the work and includes dovetailing the work of all the people who are contributing to the final project. The Architect will supervise work as it progresses making sure that everything goes according to plan as far as quality, time and budget are concerned.
KEEPING IT LEGAL
Your Architect will obtain any necessary permits and ensure that all local building codes and bylaws are observed. They will also make a final inspection. An architect has to be accredited and licensed by the state after completing a five year architecture degree or master of architecture program, while no formal education is required for contractors. An architect is professionally liable for the soundness of the work
HOW DO I FIND AN ARCHITECT?
Finding an architect isn't as simple as opening the phone book. Designing a building is an art, so look around for buildings and homes you love, then talk to the owners and discover who the architect was. See if you can afford them! If you have to go without a recommendation, meet with prospective architects and look for values that mesh with yours, common philosophies and good chemistry. The design of the project should be a collaborative effort - your architect has to be someone you can work with.
22 of 20 Review For Vallee 8 Seater Dining Set
David ( 2020-Mar-03 )
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Not too difficult to put together. Really comfortable. Should have gone for darker colour cushions with having 2 dogs!!
Colin ( 2021-Jan-12 )
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This bench is beautiful! The color is as pictured but is even richer in actuality. The bench was super easy to put together. Just know that the last bit of hardware that looks like a screw is a tool to screw into the cams to hold them in place within the predrilled holes. This allows you to align and screw into the cams without guesswork. I withheld the fifth star in reservation regarding the bench's ability to remain outside and withstand weather. In Florida, we leave outdoor furniture out year-round. The directions with the bench advise you to wax the wood periodically and "cover the bench" when not in use. So, we'll see how it holds up! I WILL wax the wood and it'll be so worth it to visually enjoy seeing this bench in my courtyard outside year round!
Anna ( 2020-Aug-11 )
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Good value for money. Received them quite quickly after ordering. Good service all round.
Chris ( 2020-Nov-08 )
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Hi, I have the storage on the porch leading to the backyard. I am able to store quite a few things inside. It does not appear sturdy enough to have an adult sit on it for any period of time.
Urszula ( 2020-Feb-21 )
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These are cute wall hanging planters and are very small. Itβs hard to fit plants and soil into the tiny container. They are good quality...
Anonymous ( 2020-May-17 )
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Not very sturdy worried they may blow off the balcony rail in the wind. Not sure how long they will last either
Ryann ( 2020-Mar-06 )
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Bought as a gift for mothering Sunday. Really pleased with it and looking forward to enjoying sunny days sat in them
Catherine ( 2021-Jan-15 )
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The bench was good ,comfortable and fairly easy to put together. However you instructions need some more explanation to screw it together.
Farrynn ( 2020-Jun-29 )
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Look cheap and tacky very disappointed. Horrible material plastic I tried to cancel it before it was delivered and they wouldn't acknowledge my emails. Now I'm stuck with this thing I feel like crying everyday to how I have paid so much money for such a cheaply made thing. I. Will never buy from wayfair ever again. So sad
Michael ( 2020-Dec-16 )
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the only way to improve it would be storage space! nice simple desing, big comfortable seats.
Janice ( 2021-Feb-25 )
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Look cheap and tacky very disappointed. Horrible material plastic I tried to cancel it before it was delivered and they wouldn't acknowledge my emails. Now I'm stuck with this thing I feel like crying everyday to how I have paid so much money for such a cheaply made thing. I. Will never buy from wayfair ever again. So sad
Mark ( 2020-May-20 )
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Love having an extra table or seat whenever needed. They are outdoor benches but the paint hasnβt lasted as long as I expected.
Sue ( 2020-Nov-02 )
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This swing is exactly as pictured on www.boisecloggers.com! It matches the trim on our house and is the perfect size for our front patio. It arrived a day late, but was packaged very well and was fairly easy to put together. Best of all was the price!
Joanna ( 2020-Apr-16 )
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Excellent storage cupboard. It is very sturdy and the end shelves can be left out so something taller can be stored in there. My 28 year old son has it in the bottom of his walk in wardrobe to help tidy his shoes and when someone visits they can sit on the top.
Joanne ( 2020-Aug-29 )
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Added the perfect touch to my powder room. Used fake succulents to fill
Brad ( 2020-May-05 )
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I needed 8 but ordered four of these chairs in grey just to check the quality. I am very pleased with the overall look and quality. They are light but sturdy. I paired them with an expensive teak table to get in upscale French ambiance. It works.
Parvinder ( 2021-Feb-15 )
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This bench is beautiful! The color is as pictured but is even richer in actuality. The bench was super easy to put together. Just know that the last bit of hardware that looks like a screw is a tool to screw into the cams to hold them in place within the predrilled holes. This allows you to align and screw into the cams without guesswork. I withheld the fifth star in reservation regarding the bench's ability to remain outside and withstand weather. In Florida, we leave outdoor furniture out year-round. The directions with the bench advise you to wax the wood periodically and "cover the bench" when not in use. So, we'll see how it holds up! I WILL wax the wood and it'll be so worth it to visually enjoy seeing this bench in my courtyard outside year round!
Lisa ( 2020-Sep-22 )
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Won't use these until spring/summer so it's a little hard to rate. Nice looking and went together very easy. Will put cushion on top for extra seating.
Carrie ( 2020-Nov-06 )
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The swing is a perfect addition to our newly done backyard! My expectations were all met. Plus my husband just assembled it in like an hour or an hour and a half. It swings smoothly too unlike some other swings that make you feel unsafe. Awesome buy for the price!
Lisa ( 2021-Jan-07 )
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Easy to wire up, the hanging chain can be shortened and the electric cable re-threaded into the holding ceiling bracket without to much hassle.
Laura ( 2021-Jan-01 )
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These are super cute and just as pictured. They went up easily with tiny nails, and they're perfect for air plants. I'd buy more/recommend them!
Davina ( 2020-Apr-19 )
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I leaned back and unfortunately caused two stress fractures in the seat back. Will brace the fractures and re-paint the breaks. Otherwise, the pop-up tray is versatile and the bench seat is solid.