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Renovating a 1950s Whitefish Bay Cape Cod:
Join My Design Journey to Breathe New Life into a Family Home on the Shores of Lake Michigan


The Scullery Kitchen: Why Everyone's Talking About the Room Behind the Room
Have you been dreaming of a scullery kitchen? read on and learn all about why the trend is taking over and what different types of scullery kitchens are there from a glorified pantry, to a bar or even a full catering kitchen. This one shines with its moodly cabinets and soap stone countertops - its a real banger
Carrie Lucke
Aug 155 min read


The bar that let the kitchen breathe: Remodeling a Shorewood lake side Tudor while balancing form and function
Here's where the layout itself had to solve a problem before any of the finish decisions could land properly. My clients wanted an undercounter wine fridge and a built-in ice maker, on top of everything else on their list, and there simply wasn't room in the kitchen's footprint to add both without the whole space starting to feel squished. Every appliance you add to a kitchen run doesn't just take its own width, it eats into the counter space and cabinet storage around it t
Carrie Lucke
Jul 256 min read


Transforming a Cape Cod: Stunning Second Floor Remodel from Attic to Family Retreat
This blog post outlines the renovation of a cape cod second floor made for kids and guests to enjoy
Carrie Lucke
Jun 94 min read


Cabinet Finish Considerations: Why hand painting is worthwhile and grain pattern matters
This post will help you develop a deeper understanding of how to think about the type of finish you select for your painted cabinets as well as the type of wood you may use for your wood cabinets and how that impact the overall design execution
Carrie Lucke
May 105 min read


Transforming a 1950's Cape Cod: renovation reveal photos
A review of a full renovation of the first floor of this 1950's cape cod on the shores of Lake Michigan in Whitefish Bay Wisconsin
Carrie Lucke
Mar 16 min read


Etsy finds for pillows, lampshades, hardware and trays that are designer approved with links to my favorite shops
this Blog post is a designer guide for the best shops on Etsy to source designer favorites that can add character rich elements to your interiors.
Carrie Lucke
Jan 234 min read


Design Details That Disappear: how to minimize visual clutter on your walls and ceilings. 3 main types of clutter along with product links and simple tips to minimize the impact of clutter
This blog will help you strategize on reducing visual clutter in your home renovation by using paintable switch covers, and flush air vents.
Carrie Lucke
Dec 28, 20256 min read


Marble in your Kitchen? Is it a yes or a no for you? And my top 3 tips to help you select a Quartz that can pass
Is Marble right for you? This blog post will help you make that decision. Learn all about etching and staining. How to prevent or lessen it and what the best quartz alternatives are.
Carrie Lucke
Oct 21, 20256 min read


10 things I forgot to budget for in my home remodeling project
what are the budget line items we often fail to budget for. Here are the 10 things we failed to consider in advance of planning our remodeling budget
Carrie Lucke
Sep 5, 20257 min read


Transforming a 1950's Cape Cod Latest Updates from our Remodel. From Drywall to Design: Laying down our wood floors and 4 reasons why we selected hardwood floors vs engineered wood flooring
4 reasons why to choose solid hardwoods over and engineered flooring product
Carrie Lucke
Aug 10, 20256 min read


How to Create an Updated Traditional Look: Classic Roots, Modern Moves
This blog post will help you understand some of the key design moves you can make to keep a traditional space feeling current and fresh
Carrie Lucke
Jul 26, 20255 min read


The Evolution of Paint Trends Understanding the Color Drenching movement and can I still paint my trim white?
This blog will help you understand the color drenching trend. Why do designers love this move and when might you still paint your trim white?
Carrie Lucke
Jul 14, 20255 min read


Transforming a 1950's Cape Cod: Latest Updates from Our Lake Michigan Remodeling Project
As summer rolls in along the shores of Lake Michigan, we're excited to share the latest update on our remodeling journey of a classic...
Carrie Lucke
Jun 28, 20256 min read


New Space, New Light, New Life: Dormers are a small cost with a high return on investment
This blog provides a renovation update with a focus on the exterior dormers added to create 3 new bedroom in this home without adding any additional footprint
Carrie Lucke
Jun 13, 20255 min read


Avoid these fading Trends- Don't be the home owner that "didn't get the memo!"
a summary of passing design trends to avoid. Why we are moving past them and how to stay classic in your choices
Carrie Lucke
Jun 1, 20256 min read


2025 Interior Design "Trend" Review- Why we are loving marble, color washing, polished nickel and hand-made tile.
This blog post will guide you through the design trends we are loving and some we are happy to see fade away
Carrie Lucke
May 18, 20258 min read


Milwaukee top Choice Community Awards: Interior Design
Help Us Win “ Milwaukee Top Choice Community’s Choice Awards" Best Interior Designer” – Your Vote Means Everything! Vote for your top...
Carrie Lucke
May 3, 20251 min read


Your guide on how to mix metals like a pro in your next renovation project
This blog is your guide to how to effectively mix metal finishes in your home and next renovation project
Carrie Lucke
Apr 20, 20255 min read


Wallpaper is making a comeback. Designers will tell you it never went away. Read below for tips on how to use wallpaper, and for my hot tip on selecting the most beautiful papers at a great price!
Wallpaper is a versatile design tool that can elevate any space. While there are few drawbacks to using wallpaper ( cost compared to...
Carrie Lucke
Apr 6, 20257 min read


Lets talk about "Trades Day" . What role does it have in setting up your renovation for success?
This blog post will hep you understand the role of trades day in your renovation journey
Carrie Lucke
Mar 23, 20255 min read
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