Haley | Rummer Fun

The Pool

by Haley | May 5, 2009 | mid-century Portland, mosaic tile, pool and patio furniture, restoration, Rummer

Seems like I’ve been focusing on tile quite a bit, so sorry if this topic is getting a little boring.New Project: The PoolWe planned to have the pool ready by Mother’s Day, but our pool is a mess. Very, very green. And the weather has not been cooperating....

More Fabulous Tile!

by Haley | May 2, 2009 | bathroom restoration, mid-century modern league, mid-century Portland, mosaic tile, restoration

Check out these colors! Our friends just ordered custom blend mosaic tiles from Hakatai. I love these colors and they will look great with their pink/peach fixtures. Must be the season for bathroom projects!

Eureka!

by Haley | Apr 20, 2009 | Uncategorized

While Steve is distracted installing the toilet in the kids’ bathroom (yah!) , I thought I’d quickly share our newest discovery! The sun is finally out… perfect day to walk the yard and plan our outdoor projects. While exploring we discovered...

2008: A Year in Review

by Haley | Jan 7, 2009 | downspouts, lowbrow lanai, mid-century modern home, mid-century Portland, outdoor lights, paint, restoration

Here’s a quick executive summary on the projects we tackled this past year. It’s exciting to see all the progress we’ve made, yet a teeny bit overwhelming with what’s still to be done.Spruced up the atrium.Gutted the kids’ bathroomCleared...

Flat Roofs + Snow = Oh, No!

by Haley | Dec 26, 2008 | flat roof, mid-century modern home, snow

Update 12/24/08: Yup, it started snowing on the 14th and we’re snowed in. Still. 3 more inches fell yesterday. No mail in 7 days. No garbage service in 2 weeks. Cars are encased in snow cocoons. Chains are required everywhere. Our town is still under a State of...