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Old to new renovation - 300 year old building

G J Builder Dezigns

7 years ago

We had a 1 bedroomed 300 year old farm house and we have transformed it into a modern family style home catering for every day needs.

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Equilibrando... Space Planning with Feng Shui
7 years ago
Is there any issue? How we can help you?
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G J Builder Dezigns
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7 years ago
Yes, I woukd like input from a Feng Shui prospective. This is an area which I believe is important when designing to consider energies in ones home.
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