The Spark of Improvisation, Jazz in July, and Birdhouses
In the spring of 1989 I was studying architecture in Paris, comparing American and European urban design. It was my junior year…
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Chaden Halfhill
Chaden Halfhill founded Silent Rivers in 1993 to elevate "the art of building and the building of art". As an entrepreneur, artist, community leader, environmental and sustainability advocate, Chaden's vision is to shift the paradigm of design and construction. By blending art, remodeling and sustainability, Silent Rivers inspires clients toward a deeper connection between home, community and planet.
The Arts in Des Moines: Traveling Beyond the Familiar, Returning Home
The mixology of cultural integration requires a dose of hometown, a splash of travel, openness for the unexpected, plenty of…
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Feel at Home with Each Season: Home Design Inspiration
Look closely at nature. Pay attention to her subtle cues. She reminds us how to live patiently, embracing ever-changing seasons…
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A Springtime of Improvisation: Jazzy Birdhouses
Can one have an obsession with birdhouses? With the vibrant arrival of new leaves and boisterous songbirds long deterred by…
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Tour de Possibility: A Photo Essay of Home Remodeling Ideas
Great home remodeling ideas come from all sorts of places. Inspiration stems from the intersection a need, desire and experience….
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Timeless Building in an Instant Age
Excitement for tiny homes, modular house design, and arranging cargo containers as contemporary building blocks continues to motivate Central Iowan…
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Within Winter’s Calm, Honor the Tribe
Within the cusp of winter, snow blanketing our neighborhoods, quiet consideration of the past year encourages both gratitude and humility….
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Designing Spaces That Matter
When designing their home, many desire spaces that encourage family and friends to come together to share experiences. Your home…
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The Chemistry of Memory Making
Wine comes in all sorts of varieties and the spectrum of flavors is wildly diverse; the price per bottle varies…
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Winning Strategies for Central Iowa Homes
Metropolitan Des Moines receives ample recognition each time the community tops a list: Best City for Young Professionals, Best Metro…
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