Hi Everyone, This is going to be a relatively quick post. While the symptoms of my cold have vastly improved, my energy is not yet back. But, yes, for the last three days, Brendan and Eugene have been working full throttle on the lower level beginning at 7:30 a.m. And finally, there is a bright […] The post The Bright Light at the End of the Renovation Tunnel appeared first on Laurel Home ..read more

Hi Everyone, I hope you’re having a good week. With great joy, I can safely say that the cold is retreating. Thank you, body, for defending me. However, I’m still taking it easy. haha. Easy? There is no easy.   Here’s what’s going on.   1. I’ve been working on my new custom mirror, and […] The post My Quest for the Perfect Mantel Mirror is Over! appeared first on Laurel Home ..read more

Hi Everyone, This is such a strange time for me. One. I’m still sick.   Aren’t you any better, Laurel?   Define better. No, I still have the same symptoms except for the initial sore throat. But, the most prevalent, chest congestion, has not diminished one iota, not even half an iota.*   Laurel, can’t […] The post The Living Room Design Is Finally Coming Together! appeared first on Laurel Home ..read more

Hi Everyone, Yes, the embrasure doors are fully installed! I can’t believe it! What do you think you’re doing? Stop freaking scrolling! ;] I decided to give this special entry its own post. It’s a momentous day in this 11-month-old renovation.   First, a quick health update.   Yesterday, I took an Uber to the […] The post May Day 2024 – The Embrasure Doors are Fully Installed! appeared first on Laurel Home ..read more

Hi Everyone, This has been such a weird week. It began with my annual checkup with a new PCP associated with Mass General. My old one left the practice last summer. I liked her a lot. She had a nice, easy way about her, yet no stone was left unturned.   The new doctor also […] The post Month 11 of the Renovation + Important Life Lessons appeared first on Laurel Home ..read more

Hi Everyone, Thank you so much for your kind comments regarding my LED recessed lighting. And also for so many wonderful recommendations! I realize it’s unusual for me to go this long without a post. However, there has been too much going on this week in all aspects of my life.   What’s funny is […] The post The Best (Cheating) method for Selecting Paint Colors appeared first on Laurel Home ..read more

  I began writing about the paint colors and selection in these two posts, here and here. But from now on, I’ll be adding information to this one, diary-style, with the newest entries at the top.   Hi Everyone, This is exceedingly rare, but it is 9:36 PM on a Tuesday evening, and I haven’t […] The post Finalizing the Paint Colors for My Newly Renovated Condo in Boston! appeared first on Laurel Home ..read more

Hi Everyone, I am still immersed in paint color selection and learning much as I go along. Yes! Even though I’ve been at this for 36 years, I’m still learning about paint colors.   Like Martha Stewart says, “When you’re through changing, you’re through.”   If you missed this post about how I’m developing a […] The post Paint Color Selection – Little Known Secrets You Need to Know! appeared first on Laurel Home ..read more

This is an important announcement. If you are drinking anything other than clear water, you need to put it down until you are finished reading.   Oh dear. I seriously fell down the proverbial rabbit hole on Monday. After months of poring over every mural on the Mural Source website, I settled on one that’s […] The post Please! Help Me Choose a Bedroom Mural! appeared first on Laurel Home ..read more

Hi Everyone, This is an exceptionally busy time in my renovation. Many decisions need to be made—NOW! One of the most important is developing the interior color palette. This is done in conjunction with the furnishings and especially, the finishes. We’ve discussed this many times*** because many people struggle with creating a cohesive color scheme. […] The post How I’m Developing My Interior Color Palette appeared first on Laurel Home ..read more