Architect Joe is joined by contractor & builder Jim Johnson to speak about planing a home improvement job and the roles professionals & homeowners take on in remodels and construction projects.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy begin with a listener email about rugs on carpets, introduce contractor & builder Jim Johnson, discuss the new city ordinance on mandatory 50% brick for new homes and design decisions for fences. 

Architect Joe and designer Tracy talk about designing the perfect Mother's Day, report on a trip to the new GrandMarc of Westberry Place, answer an email about converting a garage door exterior into authentic house side, one on adding a contemporary design style into Craftsman home and end on planning for energy efficiency.

Architect Joe and designer Tracy begin by emphasising the importance of color, then they discuss local art venues, answer an email about fountains, and field a caller's question about new homes vs. old homes.