The Beginning

<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_jhXh06KyueKupgSQe7L9_3RDkvzgETvFddYH-y-k9xrirBOu7lb2wTVF8bD7p9ZZYUNP26l-Jc-7m1x7oqs5rDF44QYDCNADIkEa4muS5S8roSBALJUzNjr08HkyhyphenhypheneEtdegecNN9gA/s1600/IMG_0833.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_jhXh06KyueKupgSQe7L9_3RDkvzgETvFddYH-y-k9xrirBOu7lb2wTVF8bD7p9ZZYUNP26l-Jc-7m1x7oqs5rDF44QYDCNADIkEa4muS5S8roSBALJUzNjr08HkyhyphenhypheneEtdegecNN9gA/s320/IMG_0833.JPG" width="239" /></a></div> <br /> We've bought the house, My first house at 40 no less! Too exciting for words, but that's not really the beginning of our Journey lets go back a few years. <br /> <br /> Our house was built back around 1930's when the Federal Capital Commission was organising housing for public servants for the new city. The Architecture style later became known as FCC style, there were a number of houses built with the same Spanish Mission / Bungalow design known as Cottage Style No 4, one of which is photographed below soon after completion. <br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhglT64rajE7tBTHFuEzGdlmTyuERX5MRbQ8QXoOr1v8AmtDwh2UUuASlA-UonBaQdhcm5zgWNYyqqtiDaLgyTYNk9CFmH98gFt0gN-Mn5gTKwyXBzWrcSrDrXMpFc6QqT97-v9Ys7JmpQ/s1600/regular_3149534_0001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="230" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhglT64rajE7tBTHFuEzGdlmTyuERX5MRbQ8QXoOr1v8AmtDwh2UUuASlA-UonBaQdhcm5zgWNYyqqtiDaLgyTYNk9CFmH98gFt0gN-Mn5gTKwyXBzWrcSrDrXMpFc6QqT97-v9Ys7JmpQ/s320/regular_3149534_0001.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> Kitchen and Bathroom of the FCC style home. <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhycQHCxgrVz1BpARNvOt25sA-YfC91jewAzXrjduYh0hmTxLrZJbT_RKUW6da6SWKQ4aLgGCCEPCRjGLIPBga_qTIQv7CcV2ITNPZ7b7w5Pl5kT-0Olra8HIRgrY6jdQIzcWDWS0BXJDU/s1600/regular_3115692_0001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="218" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhycQHCxgrVz1BpARNvOt25sA-YfC91jewAzXrjduYh0hmTxLrZJbT_RKUW6da6SWKQ4aLgGCCEPCRjGLIPBga_qTIQv7CcV2ITNPZ7b7w5Pl5kT-0Olra8HIRgrY6jdQIzcWDWS0BXJDU/s320/regular_3115692_0001.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwWYAdyvj11yFbCZhYvdBSyAlFhQh9aM-Y1iYWEco5_cp_aMzecnRWtMIF085lJk-uVzCgTiKO0Rjo_GiaQaL644GlspoYfWbcWVBCcjKfRi1Ds0B_FBqhAKkr37LHt0K8azloePVyfbQ/s1600/regular_3149644_0001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwWYAdyvj11yFbCZhYvdBSyAlFhQh9aM-Y1iYWEco5_cp_aMzecnRWtMIF085lJk-uVzCgTiKO0Rjo_GiaQaL644GlspoYfWbcWVBCcjKfRi1Ds0B_FBqhAKkr37LHt0K8azloePVyfbQ/s320/regular_3149644_0001.jpg" width="215" /></a></div> <br /> Lets be clear - these are not Before photos of our actual house, we have sixties style to deal with! More about that later. <br /> <br /> Images sourced from the National Archives of Australia - Mildenhall's Canberra<br /> <br /> If you are interested in the history of Canberra homes visit www.naa.gov.au or google FCC style. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />

Bungalow style Canberra Architecture. FCC style Renovation Spanish Mission Style The Beginning

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Front Guest Room - Contruction Begins

Arhitectural Elements I will be looking for the room<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTM8tLWO7IIeA4XCkLhPy7fWwrtJQd2pJtLK1hB35C-sUln6mmVYTR2eOpvAFTHSsObgjnoKMcYtYM_tz3hAeCjxUh7quoVqCBx4fH8SbECAsP5CAkMDV0gTaCDClDAlRos30mZ-dXVdw/s1600/Blog+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTM8tLWO7IIeA4XCkLhPy7fWwrtJQd2pJtLK1hB35C-sUln6mmVYTR2eOpvAFTHSsObgjnoKMcYtYM_tz3hAeCjxUh7quoVqCBx4fH8SbECAsP5CAkMDV0gTaCDClDAlRos30mZ-dXVdw/s400/Blog+1.jpg" width="379" /></a></div><br /> Contruction begins, hello new wardrobe. <br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIgGhZQWwPSM-2BjQM75TXAVEwH3i4LJdx_9rY5yDOuCsPHm0QKYLKDKhKqXYgVQg2y4v4tnZGQsSnodshL2SxDPZbkvGKrDRdQMxCf3FJPjD0_FB5w4VjVYzg8N0ycawJTla-Pc11r2E/s1600/IMG_0853.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIgGhZQWwPSM-2BjQM75TXAVEwH3i4LJdx_9rY5yDOuCsPHm0QKYLKDKhKqXYgVQg2y4v4tnZGQsSnodshL2SxDPZbkvGKrDRdQMxCf3FJPjD0_FB5w4VjVYzg8N0ycawJTla-Pc11r2E/s320/IMG_0853.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>The old veneer cupboards and dated carpet are removed leaving the walls, skirtings and cornices in an icky state.<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiue3d8o2yZb8mqKU1eNFE4Xd7Vh5BSn7W4agXPONqKw2612oH117KY357Ha6d5uW14RslZ94Aya65Boik93CzsAKzjrOXYKvFtBVu3cRjcQmxHOrzZViByK8mcI2mhJgXPCOrppBxNwSw/s1600/IMG_0868.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiue3d8o2yZb8mqKU1eNFE4Xd7Vh5BSn7W4agXPONqKw2612oH117KY357Ha6d5uW14RslZ94Aya65Boik93CzsAKzjrOXYKvFtBVu3cRjcQmxHOrzZViByK8mcI2mhJgXPCOrppBxNwSw/s320/IMG_0868.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /> New built-ins robe was constructed on a smaller foot print to make space for furniture The extra space opens the room up and yet there is still ample storage for a guest room and my ironing. Due to the existing ceiling battens, you are always going to realise that the wardrobe was retrofitted, so I chose not to cornice the new wardrobe, the goal was to make it look smart and tidy, which it certainly does. <br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwnJJgPd7NAqwqoCARlMjVAUs02_3Q7gHTwuSIYj6K5W4QqnoeYKR93EHcRETVasqjZHzfUJcsGMW7hZa_9BjulWAdYh-XPHo1hxXPOUtvFnulCKoITRObf98MOa_qvKCOGdClrH7Mb9M/s1600/DSC_0073+%25282%2529.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwnJJgPd7NAqwqoCARlMjVAUs02_3Q7gHTwuSIYj6K5W4QqnoeYKR93EHcRETVasqjZHzfUJcsGMW7hZa_9BjulWAdYh-XPHo1hxXPOUtvFnulCKoITRObf98MOa_qvKCOGdClrH7Mb9M/s320/DSC_0073+%25282%2529.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>I would have prefered to keep the original doors however they were heavily damaged so when bedroom door was replaced we took the opportunity to change the swing direction to open up the view of the room from the hall way making both the room and hall way feel more spacious. Gotta love those floral door handles.<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8JBHfqLJDt5saLTcbSCn963KVXPAeOcWuVDFWppCP0DQ2Wo8IXV0-64PP1BmIwHavlLZDRCzKNnDkf-C-m67zFGFPdplE42nNSVTBnts8vDCAy18f7wSB6FLpeHf69FGC2UO1pttj7gw/s1600/DSC_0138.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8JBHfqLJDt5saLTcbSCn963KVXPAeOcWuVDFWppCP0DQ2Wo8IXV0-64PP1BmIwHavlLZDRCzKNnDkf-C-m67zFGFPdplE42nNSVTBnts8vDCAy18f7wSB6FLpeHf69FGC2UO1pttj7gw/s320/DSC_0138.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> 2 new additional power points have been installed in the room for lamps and other modern day appliances. It would have been rather costly to move the light switch out from the behind the new door swing, we've installed the fan light remote on the side of the door for easy access. I chose to mount the remote onto a traditional switch block for consistency. It's the details that count. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />

Bedroom Design. Canberra Architecture. FCC style Front Guest Room Guest room Renovation Front Guest Room - Contruction Begins

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Vive La France Part Deux!

<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><br /> Sorry I've been away.  I've been busy working on a designs for a hotel room refurbishment and a new bathroom, both for heritage listed buildings. <br /> <br /> Here is an update on my planter box and awning.  <br /> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLGPch_vU_hyTJzbtnzf5P962islwYGsHm3cfEtvqYo-Pa4jvBI4XFvxswKLcKEt79ILFpzgtuD1daW7szzVvfP2s-4NfECXwURgZYFa4P81b2Tu6RISB3aC2lah4wV8rGX_egokDKfPw/s1600/DSC_0009.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLGPch_vU_hyTJzbtnzf5P962islwYGsHm3cfEtvqYo-Pa4jvBI4XFvxswKLcKEt79ILFpzgtuD1daW7szzVvfP2s-4NfECXwURgZYFa4P81b2Tu6RISB3aC2lah4wV8rGX_egokDKfPw/s400/DSC_0009.JPG" width="265" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /> My black and white awning is up.  Just waiting on the plants to grow a little more before doing professional photos.  My Big Red Geraniums are thriving, thanks to the irrigation and drainage that I included in the design of the window box.   I also get a lot of enjoyment as I dead head them every weekend to promote new flowers.  <br /> Thanks for all the positive feedback. </td></tr> </tbody></table> <br />

Black White; White Canberra Architecture. FCC style Curb Appeal French Style Interior Design Outdoor Furniture Spanish Mission Style Vive La France Part Deux!

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The Cost Of Window Treatments

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">  </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> So what is the cost of window treatments?   It is really up to you what you spend, we generally work to your budget, with some guidance as to what your budget will buy you. For example Journey Home has supplied curtain treatments from $450 to $9000 per window and everything in the middle.  </div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLXVXE7wQXS4Fn-US9t6C0LfcRaKkS4kbAVD-kYqiheJ0_RjzrRnsr9FZR7aMJsQGS6bWnRZ5x_vI3sZ7QLncUjLzxQ3adzu0tKPoGhMP8EJgGiF23T7Imqqx_ozdXJjHDqGtAv3D1Nrw/s1600/_MG_2074_JH.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLXVXE7wQXS4Fn-US9t6C0LfcRaKkS4kbAVD-kYqiheJ0_RjzrRnsr9FZR7aMJsQGS6bWnRZ5x_vI3sZ7QLncUjLzxQ3adzu0tKPoGhMP8EJgGiF23T7Imqqx_ozdXJjHDqGtAv3D1Nrw/s1600/_MG_2074_JH.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bronze finished timber rods with brass trims, elegantly support heavy insulated curtains and sheers.</td></tr> </tbody></table> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">  </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> It all depends if you want something simple</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3QL1PWROVCyHirMUEkBULIIF_vVcfxOBnzo6NH_N2xLIS-pJxFTBc7RmQFP4MsBdUwL324iDMMpQlCXn2x1Tj-Aq0qSMTcOziv5dW61a6E-fgZtCIIoUElr-S083BNxZ3sCKZClCxKek/s1600/101695719_ss.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3QL1PWROVCyHirMUEkBULIIF_vVcfxOBnzo6NH_N2xLIS-pJxFTBc7RmQFP4MsBdUwL324iDMMpQlCXn2x1Tj-Aq0qSMTcOziv5dW61a6E-fgZtCIIoUElr-S083BNxZ3sCKZClCxKek/s1600/101695719_ss.jpg" width="303" /></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">  </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Or we can really go to town.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4vvMfYxv58ouPhKKnzSw624oS1x4HRsp9MgPwd4Yfal0oCY1c5aYYF37LL9EwxgdNJCeePd9Dj_G4vv4TbY-At2yuLas7cedYQQ97ouxWZjFFT-378beenPPtbJjbFiLOYQwFD_L44b0/s1600/3359931425_af67381056.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="313" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4vvMfYxv58ouPhKKnzSw624oS1x4HRsp9MgPwd4Yfal0oCY1c5aYYF37LL9EwxgdNJCeePd9Dj_G4vv4TbY-At2yuLas7cedYQQ97ouxWZjFFT-378beenPPtbJjbFiLOYQwFD_L44b0/s1600/3359931425_af67381056.jpg" width="400" /></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> its totally up to you! </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">  </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> For clients who don't need the whole room designed, Journey Home offers a window treatment service to select the right product type, the right fabric choice and nut out the little details for your windows. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">  </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> A rebate is offered against the service fee if a certain amount is spent on window treatments. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">  </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">  </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">  </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">  </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">  </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">  </div> <br />

Canberra Architecture. FCC style Cost of decorating Curtains design budget Interior Design Window Furnishings The Cost Of Window Treatments

  So what is the cost of window treatments?   It is really up to you what you spend, we generally work to your budget, with some guidance...

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