I got a call the other day from a client about doing a little updating in their dining room. I helped with their remodel 2007 and it was published in Remodel Magazine [Better Homes and Gardens special interest publication]. Of course a few things have changed since then like a new baby.... which calls a little more space. This was at least 6 years ago and a many changes have already been made. She had the whole house painted a soft white and recovered everything in light colors. We started talking about the DR and then she mentioned that maybe it would be nice to have a little bigger deck. You mean larger than 3 boards? Right now it is about 4 by 4. Oh boy....that got me going and the next thing she knew I was talking huge screened in porch....fireplace.....flat screen to watch college football......garage underneath..... Yup. I can spend your money people. I know when I left...fluffing up the DR was the least of her thoughts. This brings me to architects. Before Pinterest.....there was Houzz. I discovered Rodolfo one day and was amazed at his gorgeous work. [file away someday when I win lottery and can put second story on and make my neighbors backyard look like the ghetto]. I can be mean like that. After thinking about it for a couple of days, I told her that I thought we might need an architect to help blend this "little" project with the house [and make sure that it is done right!] I knew just who to call. Check out some of his work. Uh huh. Castro Design Studio is a boutique Residential Design firm here in Atlanta. Gorgeous. Nice hallway people. One hot damn kitchen. Another monster. Now check out some of the outdoor spaces that really rocked my world. Are you feeling it now? Those shutters flipped me out...love and want. You why we got so excited? When we met with him..... all "idea hell" breaks loose. New window in DR.....garage...mud room.....whoa.....snap back jack. Yup. You all know how easy it is to get caught up in "fantasyland". Anyway....we got him working on it and I am thrilled to be involved on this project. AND the DR is still on the boards so I will keep you updated on all thoughts and decisions. Tomorrow is part 5 of One Room Challenge. Lord I will be pulling something out of my ass.....head down and swim....but I won't leave you hanging. Sherika