When we first encountered this exceedingly clever Paris duplex by SABO project, we wondered why it had been dubbed the “Sacha Apartment.” Is that the client’s name? Was it inspired by the street address? Turns out, Sacha is the name of the clients’ beloved cat. We should have guessed. Among the most salient features of this gut renovation, which combined two apartments into one, are the unexpected feline-sized pass-throughs carved into multiple walls on the first floor. The owners, a young couple expecting their first child at the time, wanted a home that would be kid- and cat-friendly. SABO project…

Backsplashes are the decorative focal point of your kitchen, adding visual flair, exuding personal style, and setting the mood for the heart of your home. But what’s regarded as a distinctive design element today began as a purely functional one—backsplashes were first installed as a way to protect the wall over the stove or sink from splashes of water, grease, and food spatter. The first backsplashes stood only 4 inches tall for this utilitarian purpose and were made of inexpensive ceramic tile. It wasn’t until the mid-20th century that designers began to view backsplashes as an ornamental element. Backsplashes started…

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Carpets get dated and worn over the years, and stairs are some of the most highly trafficked areas in our homes. If you’ve purchased a house with carpeted steps—or simply are updating your existing home—chances are a stair carpeting removal’s in order. Fortunately, with a few tools and some know-how, you’ll be able to wipe the slate clean in just a few hours’ time. First, Check Under the Carpet If your carpeted stairs are flanked by pieces of hardwood, chances are that the hardwood flooring does not extend beyond the edges that you can see. Builders commonly recreate the high-end…