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Beyond ‘fine’: upgrades and updates We’ve been lucky to do quite a few remodels lately. It’s hard to believe 30 years have gone by and it’s time to update. We took the quintessential ski condo from yesteryear and updated it … Read more >

sum, sum, summertime Summer is here, and I always find myself a little bit flustered by the time the 4th of July hits because – “Oh no!” – that feeling of “Summer is almost over!” flushes over me. There's so … Read more >

Slifer Celebrates 30 Years All Month We have so much going on this month and are excited to share all our news. First of all, Slifer Designs is turning 30! From a one-woman, one-project start to a firm with designers who … Read more >

Hot Days, Cool Nights… Summer Has Arrived Sure, there was a frost earlier this week but we are steadfastly in the camp that summer has arrived! We love the longer days, the skipping of chores and the chance to kick … Read more >

Details, Details In design, details matter. Your eye goes right to a chip in the paint and the presentation is lost. Paying attention to details – whether bold or subtle – is imperative for fabulous design. There is an art to … Read more >

Fireplace design challenge The designers have been very busy this week, from community service projects to local installing local projects to readying for photo shoots – across the country. Melissa Dombrowski spent most of Thursday and Friday installing a fireplace … Read more >

Slifer's day at the ranch If things seemed quiet at Slifer Designs on Friday it’s because the entire staff was playing hooky. Don’t worry, this was authorized by the boss herself… everyone: designers, warehouse staff, administrators, vice presidents and accountants … Read more >

Spring Launches in style When you’re in second grade, there is little as fun as a field trip. I’ve found the same is true as an adult. Yesterday was a field trip for some of the Slifer Designs’ crew. We … Read more >

Nature Has It Nature has inspired design in more ways than one. We live, eat and breathe because of it. This month I’ve really been drawn to the raw materials the natural world has provided us with: Not to mention … Read more >