2012, 36″ x 34″, screen print ink on frosted plexiglass, light box
Four Piece Marble Fireplace
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China Display
Project: China Display Shelf, Client: MLW, Materials: Poplar Wood painted (Porter Paints semi-gloss, Golden Ecru) and stained (Minwax PolyShades, Bombay Mahogany), Size: each unit, 35.5″x49″
Tahoe Flat Top Fence
Recently completed three-phase fence project. This style, which I call Tahoe Flat Top, was borrowed from another fence project completed in 2009. TFT works best when there are no extreme elevation changes as the top of the rail’s height stays the same throughout the fence run. I prefer to use strap and pintle hinges for the gate hardware. This system allows for greater flexibility when aligning gates/doors.
To keep this fence looking great for a long time maintenance is key. After 12 months I recommend applying a stain or paint. In addition, regular cleaning and refastening as needed and then every two to three years reapplication of stain/paint.
Traditional and Timeless: Hexagonal and Subway Tile
This project utilized two of my favorite tile formats: 3″ x 6″ subway tiles in brick pattern and 1″ unglazed hex mosaic porcelain for the floor (Laticrete Epoxy Sterling Silver grout). The combination of these two styles forms a classic and elegant look as well as a clean and refined surface. In addition, the homeowner installed painted wainscoting to the lower five feet of the walls, complementing both tile formats. The top of the wainscot molding is a perfect match to the top ledge of the recessed medicine cabinet. Simple design elements, such as tile formats and matching moldings, are great ways to create wholeness in a space.
Travertine Headboard
60″ length x 4.5″ deep at top to 6″ at base x 49″ tall (Queen size bed frame), 3/4″ honed travertine stone slivers of various lengths over wood frame, Blue Oyster and Bright White mix sanded grout
Live Olympic Coverage
LIVE OLYMPIC COVERAGE
2011, 60″ x 42″, screen print ink on paper, series of 4
Bungalow Basement Staircase
Goal: Transform an awkward, rough framed staircase into a finished and safe back entrance to kitchen and basement.
Solution: The main focus was to enlarge the landing area as much as possible without completely reframing the entire staircase. Before, the landing didn’t even cover the full swing of the back door. Now, the door can be opened and one can enter without having the feeling of standing on a ledge. The treads and backs were covered with oak veneer so that they may be stained and the walls were covered with sheet wainscoting. The result is a safer and finished set of steps.
Tile Repair
There is a significant amount of debris created when removing/replacing tile and grout. My biggest concern when dealing with a tile repair is how to contain the mess. Depending on the situation, it can require a lot of preparation or none at all. For this exterior work above the amount of containment required was minimal, but for an interior project like this I would need to use plastic to block off surrounding rooms, floor protection, furniture moves, etc.
Loose, cracked or worn tile and grout can easily be repaired with minimal inconvenience if the proper precautions are made (and if a spare tile or two are available).
Basement Bath and Countertop
Basement Bath: 12″x12″ ceramic floor and wall tile, Sanded grout (Bone) Countertop: 4″x4″ tumbled tile, 6″ travertine chair rail, Non-sanded grout (Bone)
This project is a four-phase remodel of a basement bath/game/entertainment area, an upstairs bath, a master bath and a kitchen/entryway. The customer is doing a majority of the work themselves, but wanted someone else to complete the tile.