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Good design is good design. You know it when you see it. It can be complicated like a 2nd Empire home or more simply stated like an American Foursquare.

Conversely, bad design is really bad. And you know that when you see it too–especially in an old house. In fact, if you have an eye for proportion, balance, and texture, it practically reaches out and horse collars you like a cheap-shot on the gridiron.

Some other design elements, however, are subtle and take time or the right moment to take hold of you. Or you it, giving credence to the misquoted Mies van der Rohe’s observation “God is in the details.”

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Mark

A licensed contractor, tool expert, wood and outdoor enthusiast, and elite Spartan Race competitor, he writes about home improvement and tools for national magazines and websites, and teaches hands-on clinics for other remodeling professionals. Check out his book, The Carpenter's Notebook.

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