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Leslie James

Aug 17, 2021

1898 Kitchen Restoration: Before and After

If you've been following along on Instagram, you know that we are finally coming into the home stretch for our kitchen restoration. After...

Leslie James

Jun 24, 2021

Decorating with Antiques

Before you decorate with antiques, you need to understand how architectural design, interior design, and design constraints impact a search.

Leslie James

Dec 15, 2020

How to Add Character to Your Home (even during COVID)

We always want what we don't have, right? It can seem that way sometimes. There are tons of articles out there on how to modernize an old...

Leslie James

Nov 10, 2020

How to Find Antiques in Denver

Well, I told you in my last post about restoring wood windows that I would be back for a part two. I am *almost* ready for a reveal on...

Leslie James

Oct 8, 2020

How to Restore Old Wood Windows

Restoring wood windows can be time consuming but rewarding. Check out my process with the backstory, how tos and gotchas along the way.

Leslie James

Sep 10, 2020

Denver Architectural Salvage in 2020

Looking for the best architectural salvage stores in Denver? Here are some of the best places to find antique and vintage pieces in 2020.

Leslie James

Aug 18, 2020

Saving an Antique Sink from a Local Landmark

A Crane antique utility sink from Whittier's Lincoln Market gets a full restoration and a new life in a nearby Denver Square.

Leslie James

Jul 30, 2020

Restoring My Denver Square, One Story at a Time

My love of a good story and the restoration of my Denver Square inspired me to launch Denver Squared.