Mudroom Makeover

By Robert Robillard

Mudroom Cubby and Drawer Builtin | Design | Decor We recently were hired to do a mudroom makeover. The project scope required us to build a 3-drawer unit underneath an existing Mudroom cabinet and Oak bench. Mudroom Drawer Unit Design The client currently had an upper cubby and cabinet unit with an Oak seat that…

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How To Build A Bookcase

By Robert Robillard

Building a TV Bookcase Wall Unit We wanted to complement existing details in the house so we chose to incorporate similar bookcase flat panel cabinet doors and side panels that are also found in the adjacent kitchen cabinets. Because space is limited and this bookcase is centered between two doorways we choose to make the…

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Building A Bookcase Around Radiators

By Robert Robillard

Bookcases and Wall Trim with Radiator Obstructions I have looked at many potential jobs in which people wishing to have built in bookcases or flat or raised panel wainscoting installed.  You do not have to settle  by building a bookcase around radiators.   any times the radiator can be moved or recessed in the floor. Leaving…

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Custom Bookcases

By Robert Robillard

Custom Raised Panel Bookcase Adding custom bookcases to a room can be part of the original room construction finish carpentry plan or done later as a remodel or add on.  Not only do custom bookcases look great and add a focal point to a room they can also optimize your space. Custom Bookcase Design Many…

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Built-In Desks and Spaces

By Robert Robillard

Built-In Desks, Niches and Spaces Built-ins transform dead space in your house into functional spaces and help you get organized by adding new storage options without adding onto your home. Well designed built-ins should tie in with other architectural elements in your house, such as crown molding, trim and wainscoting. Homework Alcove This homework station…

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How To Build A Bookcase

By Robert Robillard

Convert A Closet Into A Built-in Bookcase Recently I was asked to convert two closets into built-in storage shelves or bookcases.  This article is on How To Build A Bookcase. Both built-ins were to be painted to match the rest of the room they were going in.  I came up with a plan to built the…

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