GoodFit Living Blog
What Makes a Good Porch?
The magic of a front porch comes from the way it is both private and public—belonging to the household, yet open to passersby. Sometimes it’s the perfect spot for reading a book or taking an afternoon nap. Other times it hosts a laptop supper or good conversation with friends. Making
A House with a Name
When we built Third Street Cottages, we encouraged the new residents to name their homes. And they did—with names like Salmonberry, Pears & Cherries, and Hilltop. Each one carries a personal story. Then I hand-painted a sign for each of them. The idea came from the place where I grew
The Art & Science of a Good Porch
Small houses are getting a lot of press days. They are capturing our imagination, teasing our nesting instinct, and enticing us to consider the possibility of living with a smaller mortgage or less … read more >
Siting Your House
Small houses are getting a lot of press days. They are capturing our imagination, teasing our nesting instinct, and enticing us to consider the possibility of living with a smaller mortgage or less.
Small Homes Living Large
Small houses are getting a lot of press days. They are capturing our imagination, teasing our nesting instinct, and enticing us to consider the possibility of living with a smaller mortgage or less … read more >
A Simple Self-Closing Gate
Langley, a rural town of 1100 people on Whidbey Island, Washington, hosts a robust population of rabbits that have attracted national news. The deer population may not be as noteworthy, but they are common sight around town nibbling apples from trees and grazing lawns. Gardeners erect seven-foot-high fences to keep
