Architectural features become decorative elements in attic skylight bedrooms. With their pitched ceilings and low eaves, attic bedrooms show great character. But as we see so often, upstairs spaces can be very quirky. Sometimes they lack windows, or windows may be limited in number. With low walls lighting can be an issue. Attic skylights are a good solution, especially for … [Read more...]
Best of Atticmag 2013
A dozen of the most popular Atticmag posts in 2013. Before Allison and I head off on our annual holiday break (we return Jan. 6) I wanted to look back at the most popular Atticmag posts for this year. For that metric I used pin-love -- between 500 and 5000 pins. Topping the list is Custom Kitchen Cabinet Ideas 2 [above] which focused on special features that give added value … [Read more...]
Creative Attic Spaces
A variety of ideas turn awkward attic spaces into useable rooms. While the core of Atticmag has always been kitchen and baths, we often venture into other areas of design. Yet, attic spaces are one area that hasn't been featured - ironically. It is a part of the house that is rarely used to its full potential and frequently neglected due to its large size and irregular … [Read more...]