I am in the process of writing the second book in a historical series about Alix Brion, that includes mystery, adventure, and time travel. The idea of travelling through time has always fascinated me. I’d pick up an object from a table or shelf in my antique store and try to imagine who had originally owned it. The oldest object I own is a leather-bound … Continue reading Upcoming Books
Learn How to Restore, Decorate & Preserve Your Historic Home This book is a valuable resource to help you understand how historic interiors were designed. By knowing about the social norms and how interior space functioned at that time it is easier to bring back the historic feel to your home yet maintain modern conveniences. While historic exteriors are the public face of our architectural resources, … Continue reading Historical Interiors of Alberta
TIP: Remember whoever is attracted to the exterior of your home will expect the interior to harmonize. Making decisions that will destroy this historic continuity may affect the price you can sell your home for some day. It will almost certainly result in a badly restored house. Have you ever been to a heritage home when, upon entering, you felt like it simply “felt right”? … Continue reading Historical Interiors of Alberta – A Guide to Restoring and Decorating your Heritage Home
Johanne Yakula 