Take your time. That's the adage social worker-turned-interior designer Julia Miller took to heart during the six years she and her husband, Keith, spent renovating their 1932 Minneapolis Colonial. "I always recommend living in your home before remodeling it," Julia says. "That way you get to know its story. There's something about what's existing that tells you what needs to be there."

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Using the observational skills Julia developed as a social worker, they created wish lists for the house, checking items off slowly as budget and time allowed. But with a Minnesota winter looming, one decidedly unflashy project on the list couldn't wait: replacing the drafty old windows, flaking lead paint and all. The job put a big dent in their budget, but it also started the ball rolling on picking paint colors. Julia landed on a dramatic, nearly black exterior with white window frames and details. (They used a Sherwin Williams custom blend to approximate Farrow & Ball's Off-Black.) "We wanted a clean-lined look," she says. "But going this dark was probably the biggest risk we took."

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Inside, the palette reverses. Black details like the painted window frames, modern light fixtures, and matte charcoal tiles play off creamy alabaster walls and pale wool and linen fabrics. Julia used color to highlight details like the original carved fireplace surround (Mediterranean Olive; Benjamin Moore). A stuffed green leather chair and a curvy velvet lounger keep the living room soft and comfortable. Julia rotates pieces of her vintage and handmade collections, varying shapes and heights on the mantel.

The rest of the remodel took shape in phases between the births of their two boys, spaced two years apart. As they grew, Julia saw the appeal of maintaining some separate spaces, like Keith's office off the living room. But she also felt the need to connect some closed-off spaces like the kitchen and dining room. The wall dividing them came down, creating enough room for a big island that caters to their needs. On one side there's a slide-out dog food dish for Elsie the Lab; on the other is a built-in chopping block where Julia can work while she watches the boys play in the new screen porch. That 400-square-foot cedar-framed addition supplies much of the renovation's wow factor, but it accommodates an item on their non-negotiable list: A Shaker-style woodburning stove. "Living in a long-winter climate, we wanted that stove and designed the porch and breakfast room around it," she says.

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A wall of parchment-color glazed tiles brings texture to the off-white cabinets in the kitchen. With small kids in mind, Julia opted for rounded corners on the soapstone counters, and to keep the finish leathery, she skipped oiling them.

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Stacking sliding glass doors by Marvin are left open during warm weather and lead to the vaulted screen porch, where Keith and the boys often camp out. They whitewashed the cedar frame ceiling and stained the sides Benjamin Moore's Arborcoat Black. Once the porch was complete, they expanded their living space with a sandstone paver patio.

The Millers keep a running maybe-someday list. An en suite bathroom would be nice. (The couple shares the upstairs bath with their sons.) But today, six years, two kids, a career change, and multiple renovations later, they feel like their patience has paid off, Julia says. "It's about knowing where you want to be, even if you don't get there for a while."

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To update her 1932 home, Julia focused on incorporating simple pieces like these Shaker-style built-ins and wood pendant. But she countered their stripped-down styling and embraced the home's Colonial architecture with a plaster ceiling medallion and an antiqued mirror backsplash.

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Keith and Julia's mornings begin in their new breakfast room where they hang out with August, 2, and Gray, 5. The blackened terra-cotta floors flow into the screen porch. The tile's indoor-outdoor suitability was one reason Julia chose it, along with the striking star and cross layout. "I wanted a bigger pattern in that space because there's not a lot going on in there," she says.

Windows above the built-in bench mimic those in the dining room on the other side of the kitchen. The firewood storage stack, stove, and armed pendant contrast with the tongue-and-groove paneled walls and ceiling.

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"We are home all the time. Even our vacations are short, so we wanted this house to have all of the elements we enjoy as parents but also be great for kids and visiting family," Julia says. So for their bedroom, "I wanted to create a cozy spot for us to relax by ourselves." Fabric pieces like the shaggy rug, wool shades, and linen-upholstered bed provide the soft foundation that she was after.

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In outfitting her oldest son's bedroom, Julia says she invested in pieces that would grow with him, such as the handmade bed and Abigail Edwards Seascape wallpaper. The quilt made by Julia's mother is another keepsake.

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Birch Bay residents Russell and Marika Dawe opened M.D. Spa and Wellness Center in Bellingham in March. Eight months later, they have already opened a second location, and this time its closer to home.

M.D. Spa and Wellness Centers new spa in Birch Bay, inside Sandcastle at Birch Bay resort at 7854 Birch Bay Drive, will offer most of the same cosmetic and medical services as the Bellingham location. It has seven treatment rooms with services including Botox and facial fillers, massages, facial and chemical peels and laser treatment, in addition to a Jacuzzi spa and steam room.

Unlike the Bellingham location, Birch Bays spa wont do Covid-19 testing, though it will do DNA, gender reveal and other lab testing, Russell Dawe said. The spa had a soft opening on November 16.

Opening a second location so soon wasnt part of a grand plan for the Dawes instead, they heard about an opportunity that was too good to pass up. A few weeks after moving to Birch Bay Village last summer, a neighbor told them that there used to be a spa at Sandcastle resort.

The spa owners put lots of money into remodeling it shortly before closing in the Great Recession, according to the stories they heard from neighbors. The Dawes were intrigued by the story and seeing the space in person sealed the deal.

We were just blown away, Russell Dawe said. We just went, Oh yeah, were doing this. Its like somehow they just locked the doors and left everything there. Other than a really deep cleaning it was ready to go.

Dr. Ken Stiver, who has over 40 years of medical experience, will be the medical director of the Birch Bay spa, in addition to the Bellingham spa. Marika Dawe will be more involved in running the Birch Bay spa, while Russell Dawe will continue to focus on the Bellingham location.

Hiring has been challenging, Russell Dawe said. The business is taking applications and he expects to have 25 to 30 employees at the location eventually, he said.

M.D. Spa and Wellness Centers Bellingham location currently has patients who live in Blaine and Birch Bay, Russell Dawe said, and people in Lynden and Ferndale may also prefer the trip to the Birch Bay location over driving to Bellingham.

Though new Covid-19 restrictions and the surging virus may make business challenging in the short term, the Dawes expect the spa will be popular with Sandcastle guests in the summer. The resort has nearly 200 rooms and is typically close to fully occupied in the summer, Russell Dawe said.

Most spas [at a resort] live solely off traffic at the resort, he said. So were pretty excited about the resort traffic, along with the locals.

While it may be a while before traffic at the resort is back to full capacity, Dawe likes the idea of opening a new business now in Birch Bay.

With all thats going on and places closing, I think its just good news all around that someone is out there opening something up, he said.

To start, the M.D. Spa and Wellness Centers Birch Bay spa will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Learn more at md-wellness.com.

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Kitchen designer teams up with her interior designer client to create a more open and entertaining-friendly kitchen suitable for all members of the family, including pets.

authorsKim Berndtson| November 20, 2020

Since there were no windows in the previous kitchen, Langreck added two tall windows, one to each side of the induction cooktop and ventilation hood, to bring more light into the space.Photos: Shanna Wolf Photography

Madison, WI Space planning is one of Dana Langrecks favorite parts of a renovation. And the bigger the challenge such as with this McFarland, WI, renovation where the entire first floor needed to be reconfigured the bigger the reward.

I love moving things around and figuring out how to make a space work better, says Langreck, CKD, CLIPP, of Bella Domicile in Madison, WI.

That skill set worked in perfect harmony with her clients talents, who, as an interior designer, made the finish selections.

In this case, my role was to do space planning and execute my clients vision, to interpret her wishes and make them fit into the space, while Lisa drove the bus for material choices, she says, noting a collaboration with Lisa Baumann of Lisa Baumann Design.

Photos: Shanna Wolf Photography

In the original floorplan, the kitchen and dining area were located within one corridor, segregated and cut off from the living room, while in the kitchen, a dry bar impeded flow throughout the space. As a second home, Baumann wanted a more open floorplan that was entertaining-friendly for her fianc and their extended families who enjoy coming to the Lake Waubesa residence on weekends.

It needed to be a more useful space for a large number of people, says Langreck. They use the home for a lot of weekend water play. Theyre also big [University of Wisconsin-Madison] Badger fans, so they love celebrating games together, either at the home before and after attending a game, or watching it together on TV.

Favorite focal point

To accomplish that goal, the designer removed several walls, ultimately stealing some space from the master bedroom, which she then reconfigured along with the master bathroom and closet. Consideration was also given to natural light since the previous kitchen lacked windows.

One of the most useful transformations is the pantry alcove, which takes center stage behind glass pocket doors. It showcases black-framed steel doors and soapstone countertop that contrast against the white subway tile backsplash, floating shelves and cabinets. Accents of quartersawn oak drawers further boost its focal-point status. Equipped with a prep sink/faucet and outlets to power small appliances, Langrecks client uses the alcove as a serving station for parties as well as for everyday storage.

There were significant changes made and we had a lot of discussion about goals, she says.

One of the most useful transformations, and one of her clients favorite additions, is the pantry alcove, which takes center stage behind glass pocket doors.

Since we had limited wall cabinets, due in part to the addition of a couple of tall windows that frame the [Wolf] cooktop, we needed to find extra storage, she says. Lisa also wanted something fun for her kitchen, so we created this special space from a couple of inspiration photos she shared.

The end result showcases black-framed steel doors and a soapstone countertop that contrast against the white subway tile backsplash, floating shelves and Dura Supreme Cabinetry cabinets, which are color matched to Benjamin Moores Simply White. Accents of quartersawn oak drawers further boost its focal-point status. Equipped with a Kohler prep sink/faucet and outlets to power small appliances, Baumann uses the alcove as a serving station for parties as well as for everyday storage.

Recessing the pantry created space to more freely move around the adjacent oversized 126x53 island, which provides plentiful seating for six along with a view to the lake. The island is also home to a Kohler sink and faucet and paneled Miele dishwasher, which matches the paneled Sub-Zero refrigerator and U-Line wine storage unit. A Wolf microwave and double oven round out the appliances.

Although situated in the same location as the original island, Langreck revamped its previous two-level design, which included a 48 raised bar.

Its height disconnected the space and visually cut the room in half, making the kitchen actually feel smaller, she says. Leveling it off to a uniform height makes the room feel larger and facilitates conversation with guests.

Baumann originally selected porcelain as the islands top, but based on several factors, including its oversized dimensions, a cutout for the sink and the overhang for seating, Langrecks fabricator suggested changing course.

Porcelain just wasnt the right material for this particular application, she says, so we searched out alternatives, which we had to do quickly since the cabinets were already set.

Ultimately, they chose Cosentinos Silestone White Zeus Extreme quartz, contrasted with dark soapstone for the perimeters.

She still wanted a light-colored material for the island, but we did need to rethink the aesthetic a bit, says the designer. Sometimes the path to completion while remodeling isnt always straight!

Langreck was also challenged to improve the aesthetics of the corner pantry, which her client viewed as a necessary evil given its ability to corral a large amount of food, especially snacks, consumed for game-day weekends.

Lisa didnt necessarily like the looks of the corner pantry, but she was hesitant to lose it since she needed the storage, she says. To help make it disappear visually, we painted the door, as well as the trim, white. Adding crown moulding connects it to the adjacent cabinetry. We also used hidden hinges and added a handle that coordinated with the cabinets so it wouldnt look so much like a door.

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FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WV News) Thursday marks the one-year anniversary of the Friendship Room in downtown Fairmont, which was celebrated Wednesday morning by the Marion County Commission.

The Friendship Room was established on Nov. 19, 2019, as an extension of Milan Puskar Health Rights Morgantown program, and exists as a drop-in service that gives those experiencing homelessness or drug addiction a place to go during the day.

Friendship Fairmont program coordinator Rochelle Satterfield said that she expected to serve maybe 50 people per month with the service, but said she was blown away by the number of people who have taken advantage of the room.

Since we have started, we have seen 20 to 25 people a day, Satterfield told the commission. (We saw) a record high last month, assisting 280 individuals in October. We could not have done with without the wonderful area the county commission has helped us with.

Those who visit the Friendship Room have a number of resources at their disposal, including meetings with a peer recovery coach and services that allow participants to attain their birth certificates, Social Security cards and more, as well as access to the housing process.

Satterfield said that being able to help so many people over the last year is a great feeling, and she encouraged anyone else facing similar issues to stop by.

Its an amazing feeling to be able to provide that (service), especially considering how difficult and challenging COVID has been this year, Satterfield said. To be able to provide a safe space for people to get services along with addiction (treatment) is an amazing thing.

During Wednesday mornings Marion County Commission, Satterfield thanked the commission for its role in establishing the Friendship Room, even presenting them with an award for their work.

The Marion County Commission took a chance on a new program to help those experience homelessness and addiction issues when no one else would, Satterfield said. Therefore, I am grateful and honored to present this award. They had faith in the community, and are an example of how believing in a cause can and does make a difference the community.

Marion County Commissioner Randy Elliott said that hes thankful for the Friendship Rooms presence in downtown Fairmont, noting that Satterfield and her staff offer a critical service to the community.

It was very much needed, Elliott said. We were skeptical at the beginning of whether it was needed or not but were found out there was a gap (in services). A pretty good-sized gap. People needed help during the day, and someplace they could go and someone to talk to and some counseling. We agreed to do the remodeling and do the work there, and its turned out well and has been very successful.

Looking forward, Satterfield said that she hopes to establish a community garden for the Friendship Rooms participants, as well as develop a stronger focus on addiction recovery.

My hopes for the future are to be able to provide additional groups for those in recovery, Satterfield said. We just started our Narcotics Anonymous meetings on Wednesdays in October, which is the only face-to-face meeting thats going on in the community right now. We hope to be able to provide additional support during that.

The Friendship Room is located at 221 Adams St., Suite 400. For more information, call Satterfield at 304-368-1341.

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Interior designer and DIY doyenne Evette Rios loves a punch of color at home, and sees her circa-1796 house as a place to experiment and try new things. Her bright green kitchen cabinets are just one examplebut after living with the hue for a few years, she was ready to change it up. And a new coat of paint is one of the quickest, most impactful ways to refresh a space.

She went with Sherwin Williams Emerald Designer Edition paint collection for its easy-to-clean, flawless finish as well as its formulaits a luxury paint and primer all in one. Her decision to paint the walls and the upper cabinets the same color, Ghosted SW 9545, gives continuity to the room and keeps the focus on the lower cabinets, painted in Leaflet SW 9674, Hidden Trail SW 9525, and Perfect Khaki SW 9612.

While painting cabinets can be intimidating at the outset, all you need to do is set aside a little time, arm yourself with the right tools, and have a plan. And using the right technique is key to your project's longevity and looks. To learn more follow along with Rios above as she shares her guide to painting kitchen cabinets.

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Industry Trends

Low interest rates are among the factors spurring growth in homebuilding and residential remodeling as 2020 concludes amidst ongoing challenges wrought by COVID-19. Among the key statistics and forecasts released in recent weeks by government agencies, research firms and industry-related trade associations were the following:

HOUSING STARTS & NEW-HOME SALES

Low interest rates, solid demand and a shift in home building to the suburbs are spurring growth in the construction of single-family homes, although home builders continue to face concerns with respect to rising lumber prices and supply chain shortages of other building materials, the National Association of Home Builders said. Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes hit an all-time high in recent weeks, according to the latest NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index. At the same time, sales of newly built, single-family homes reached their highest pace since September 2006. Surging sales are consistent with record builder confidence levels stemming from higher buyer traffic, historically low interest rates and a shift in demand for lower-density markets, said NAHB Chairman Chuck Fowke. New home sales are now 15% higher on a year-to-date basis, but with inventory at just a 3.3 months supply, more construction is needed, added NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz. The challenge, Dietz said, will be whether materials and labor are available.

EXISTING-HOME SALES

Further gains in existing-home sales are likely for the balance of 2020, with continued job recovery and mortgage rates hovering around 3%, the National Association of Realtors is forecasting. According to Lawrence Yun, chief economist for the Washington, DC-based NAR, the need for housing will grow further, especially in areas that are attractive to buyers who can work from home. Remote work opportunities are likely to become a growing part of the nations workforce culture, Yun said, adding that this reality will endure even after a coronavirus vaccine is available.

RESIDENTIAL REMODELING

Residential design professionals working on outdoor spaces have been among those seeing the greatest recent increase in demand by homeowners, according to Houzz Inc., the Palo Alto, CA-based online platform for home remodeling and design. Houzz, which reported a sharp mid-year rise in leads for residential design projects, said that design pros working on outdoor spaces, landscaping pools and spas, and decks and patios saw project leads more than double in recent months. Kitchen and bath remodelers also experienced a significant increase in demand compared with 2019, Houzz reported. Insights on the types of projects homeowners pursued speaks to a need for more usable space both inside and outside of the home, Houzz said. Homeowners are also seeking more privacy and security.

NEWPORT NEWS, VA The COVID-19 pandemic is apparently having a significant impact on the mindset of American homeowners when it comes to the likelihood of redesigning their bathrooms and kitchens, according to the findings of a major new survey.

The survey, conducted recently by Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, found that almost half (47%) of surveyed U.S. homeowners say that they would like to redesign their bathroom and 44% said theyd like to redesign their kitchen based on their experience during COVID-19. In contrast, only 12% said they are not planning to do any redesigns or upgrades to those spaces at this time, the survey revealed.

Americans have many reasons for renovating or building a home, and COVID-19 is having an impact on which rooms they are looking to redesign, Ferguson researchers said, adding that Americans are split on what theyd look forward to most in renovating or building a home.

About a quarter (27%) say its increasing the functionality of the home, while 26% say its having a new look (26%), Ferguson said.

Among Americans whove made changes to their home in the recent past, top reasons were that they were tired of the homes current style (35%), they wanted up-to-date technology (34%), or they were tired of the homes color scheme (32%), the Newport News, VA-based company said.

A third (33%) of surveyed Americans say it is extremely or very important to have smart home functionality in their kitchen products. Twenty-six percent say it is extremely or very important to have smart home functionality in their bathroom products, Ferguson said.

Among other key survey findings:

When asked about the types of smart home products theyd be most interested in buying for their home, 42% said they would be interested in smart lighting and 37% said theyd be interested in smart refrigerators.

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An Edmond familys livelihood was stolen while their home was flooded their truck, trailer and tools are all gone.When I stepped in the utility room, I was above my foot in water, Tony Kerley said.Kerley and his wife, Amanda, told KOCO 5 that it started when their house flooded.We were going to need to start moving things out quickly, Tony Kerley said.So, they got some air movers that loudly dry water.You cant hear over the fans, Amanda Kerley said.Thats why the Kerleys didnt hear it when someone stole their truck, trailer and tools.Wheres your truck? He goes, What? I said, Wheres your truck? Amanda Kerley said.They were both speechless because the doors were locked with the key inside their home.They just somehow unlocked the door, Tony Kerley said.Tony Kerley uses the truck, trailer and tools for his home remodeling and repair business.My 12-foot trailer is completely full of tools I had even before the business, Tony Kerley said.He said theres thousands of dollars worth of tools, some of which are irreplaceable.Were frustrated. Were angry. Were upset, Tony Kerley said.Even though Tony Kerley cant go back to work until he gets his possessions back and theyre still dealing with a flooded home, they arent losing faith.God will take care of us, Amanda Kerley said.But the couple has something to say to the thieves.Just please return our stuff, no judgment. Its our livelihood. Its how we provide for our children, Amanda Kerley said.

An Edmond familys livelihood was stolen while their home was flooded their truck, trailer and tools are all gone.

When I stepped in the utility room, I was above my foot in water, Tony Kerley said.

Kerley and his wife, Amanda, told KOCO 5 that it started when their house flooded.

We were going to need to start moving things out quickly, Tony Kerley said.

So, they got some air movers that loudly dry water.

You cant hear over the fans, Amanda Kerley said.

Thats why the Kerleys didnt hear it when someone stole their truck, trailer and tools.

Wheres your truck? He goes, What? I said, Wheres your truck? Amanda Kerley said.

They were both speechless because the doors were locked with the key inside their home.

They just somehow unlocked the door, Tony Kerley said.

Tony Kerley uses the truck, trailer and tools for his home remodeling and repair business.

My 12-foot trailer is completely full of tools I had even before the business, Tony Kerley said.

He said theres thousands of dollars worth of tools, some of which are irreplaceable.

Were frustrated. Were angry. Were upset, Tony Kerley said.

Even though Tony Kerley cant go back to work until he gets his possessions back and theyre still dealing with a flooded home, they arent losing faith.

God will take care of us, Amanda Kerley said.

But the couple has something to say to the thieves.

Just please return our stuff, no judgment. Its our livelihood. Its how we provide for our children, Amanda Kerley said.

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I need to go to sleep soon, so Im gonna try to sprint through here. Famous last words given my tendency to go long, but its worth a try.

1 year after multiple sclerosis diagnosis, WTOPs Dave Johnson looks back, forward | WTOPWe start with a look at D.C. United announcer Dave Johnsons ongoing battle with MS, which hasnt stopped him from maintaining his famously busy schedule being the voice for two local teams as well as shifts on the radio and the NBC4 sports desk.

Spirit Goalkeeping Coach Ian McCaldon Departs for FA WSL Side Everton FC | WashingtonSpirit.comIan McCaldon is leaving Richie Burkes staff to take a position with Everton, and given how highly everyone within the Washington Spirit organization rates him, its gotta be considered a blow. The Spirit have some time to fill this role (official training doesnt start back up until February), but it wouldnt shock me if we hear of a new hire well before then.

MLS lays off 20% of its staff as the financial impact of COVID-19 on sports continues | Yahoo SportsMLS is going through major layoffs, which is a real bummer. Its also not a surprise given the economic impact of the pandemic, which were a long way of being out of.

Play-off Countdown - Quioto: We need to have heart, passion and desire. | Mount Royal SoccerThe MLS playoffs start tonight, and if the Montreal Impact have any hope of shocking the New England Revolution in the early game (6:30pm), Romell Quioto is going to have to be just as dangerous as hes been all year...and hes gonna probably have to avoid two-hand shoves on unexpecting opposing players, because this time the referee might actually do something about it.

For the record, I think the Revs make it hard on themselves by giving up a set piece goal early, but ultimately the Impact defense has been dreadful all year (despite being a very low-block team often fielding five defenders), and eventually those mistakes give the Revs room to come back for a 2-1 win.

Sources: Five players to miss Inter Miamis playoff match vs. Nashville SC due to COVID-19 | SBI SoccerFirst of all, heres hoping for a speedy recovery for all of these players. I figured Nashville would win this game 1-0 before this news, but for Miami to lose five players on top of existing injuries...its going to take something truly wacky for the Music City boys to crash out at the first hurdle.

Heres some positive news:

Kathryn Nesbitt is MLSs AR of the Year, making it the first time in MLS history that an officiating award has gone to a woman.

The mastermind behind the Colorado Rapids set-piece brilliance | Denver PostSome of this is just having good delivery, but if youre not as diligent as the Rapids are on set piece design and training, youre leaving goals on the table.

Its just been such a grind: How TFC, Impact made the most of a second bubble | The AthleticThe details of life for MLSs Canadian teams this year have been even tougher than what everyone else has had to go through. Really good story from Sam Stejskal here getting the details on how theyve had to adapt to essentially living in US bubbles.

Angel City FC investor Cobi Jones says NWSL team should transcend MLS rivalry | LAG ConfidentialIts pretty easy to sort out the reasons Angel City chose Banc of California Stadium over Dignity Health Sports Park for their future home: its just better business due to the location, suites, age of the venue, and more. But this blew up, with fans in the region treating it as one more stage of the proxy war between the Galaxy and LAFC...even though Angel City is an independent entity. Galaxy legend Cobi Jones made the case for why this kerfuffle just doesnt hold much water.

Wrexham FC: Rob McElhenney pays 6,000 to adapt fans home | BBCJust days after taking over as part-owner of Wrexham, Rob McElhenney has covered the bill for remodeling the home of a supporter who suffers from cerebral palsy in order to make his life easier. Freedom Kicks might end up becoming a Rob McElhenney Update space, well see.

And finally, its the weekend. Dont be like this guy!

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By Staff | on October 30, 2020

Many people are starting to work from home these days. It is convenient and most can get more work done in the comfort of their own homes. Think of the commute time you can save. Studies show that up to 30% of the workforce will be working from home, at least part-time, within the next year. Resulting in a spike of home office remodels. When thinking about adding a home office there are a few avenues you can take. Some, already have a room that could be upgraded to suit an office. Others may want to add an additional space to their home to fit their needs. Whatever the case, Ability Remodeling is here to help you create your dream home office space.

Upgrading a room already in your home is the most cost-effective way of adding a home office. This may seem like an easy upgrade. However, there are a few things we believe you should consider when upgrading a spare room to a workspace. You will want this space to be warm and welcoming. A place you enjoy walking into every morning to get your best work done. First off, are there enough windows in the space for natural light? This may seem like a small detail however studies show that natural light can improve work efficiency. Next, are there enough outlets for all your gadgets? Again, if not, some electrical work should be done prior to moving in. The needs for an office are different than a bedroom, making the right adjustments, in the beginning, is key to a successful office space.

Adding an addition to your home is no small project. Yet, this means you can make your new home office exactly what you want. With an addition, you add square footage to your home. In return, this adds value to your house. A home addition is a great solution for a homeowner who is going to be working from home full time and has nowhere to set up shop. Working from the kitchen table is not ideal long term. When adding a home office via an addition you get everything you need. The size of the room, how many windows needed for that natural light, is an attached bathroom something you want? Ability Remodeling specializes in home additions and can create that ideal workspace you need.

Regardless of whether you updated an existing room or had an addition added to your house, the next step is what gets put into this new space. Ability is a Prescott cabinet contractor that offers Wellborn cabinets. Cabinets are not just for the kitchen and bathroom these days, take a look at this clip for office desk ideas. Through Prescott Cabinets, we can create a built-in workspace for you in your home office that fits all your individual needs. With open shelving and countless door styles, we together can design a custom desk that will be beautiful and functional. Making this space a place you want to spend your time.

Whether turning an existing space into an office or looking to add on, Ability Remodeling is here to handle everything from beginning to end. To learn more about Ability Remodeling visit abilityprescott.com/.

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He wouldn't say it officially, but Jay's 108 owner Jay Shin said his burger and sushi restaurant will possibly open this Friday in downtown Kinston.

Shin hopes to open the doors at 4 p.m. for dinner inside the old Boiler Room Oyster Bar, and he has already scheduled someone to perform live music on Friday, October 30, in the alleyway at 108B W. North St.

Rumors about a new restaurant started around May when Boiler Room owner Vivian Howard decided to close the oyster bar. People began hearing this summer that Jay's Restaurant Group would open an eatery in the old alleyway, but questions lingered in regards to the actual opening.

"My name is on the restaurant, so I had to make it right," Shin said. "One of the hardest parts about this construction wasthere was a Boiler Room here. Remodeling a restaurant is always harder."

Shin said Jay's 108 will open from 4 to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 4 to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday for the first two weeks. He did not specify Sunday's hours, but he said he will provide lunchafter the first two weeks and open on Sundays for brunch.

Tyler Davis from Goldsboro will perform Friday night, according to Shin, and the Jay's 108 owner cannot wait to see his customers.

"I want to thank people for their patience," Shin said. "I try to make it right, so pleaseeat at my restaurant."

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