Ellen Siloy - Architect, Design Consultant

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Ellen Siloy - Architect, Design Consultant

Ellen Siloy is a passionate designer with a Bachelors in Architecture from Saint Louis University. She has extensive experience writing about interior design and green architecture projects. As an architect she is also skilled in the use of Revit, Skethup and CAD software. She is a certified LEED Green Associate and has worked as a LEED Coordinator for LEED Certification of Buildings.

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Paint Colors That Go With Cedar Siding (11 Combinations)

by Ellen Siloy - Architect, Design Consultant

Cedar siding is a type of exterior finish known for its durability, sustainability, and exceptional sound and thermal insulation properties. It maintains a timeless... Read more.

Home Improvement

Asphalt Millings Driveway (Gravel Types & Benefits)

by Ellen Siloy - Architect, Design Consultant

Here we share our asphalt millings driveway guide including what is, how much it costs, the different types, the differences over gravel, how to harden...... Read more.

Interior Color Palettes, Interior Design

11 Colors That Go Beautifully With Purple (Hue Matching Guide)

by Ellen Siloy - Architect, Design Consultant, Danielle Porter - Interior Designer & Consultant

Decorating with purple is at once perplexing and enjoyable. It may not be the most popular choice, but it certainly is the most interesting. The gentle...... Read more.

Bathroom Designs

Built-in Shower Bench Pros and Cons

by Ellen Siloy - Architect, Design Consultant

All at once, elegant, functional, and safe, the built-in shower bench is a good choice for adding a sitting feature to their showers. This humble...... Read more.

Home Improvement

Gas vs Electric Dryers: Pros and Cons & What To Choose

by Ellen Siloy - Architect, Design Consultant

Dryers, the seasonal savior, have become an indispensable household item cutting half of the time and effort spent on drying the laundry. For preparation, it’d...... Read more.

Interior Design

Coffered Ceiling Ideas (Types & Design Guide)

by Ellen Siloy - Architect, Design Consultant

Coffered ceilings are visually striking, and the added depth and texture can transform any room into a sophisticated and elegant interior. Ceilings are the... Read more.

Living Room Ideas

Sunroom Flooring Ideas (Materials & Options Guide)

by Ellen Siloy - Architect, Design Consultant

Read on to find a collection of sunroom flooring ideas that are perfect for every season and will surely cater to your taste. Sunrooms hold...... Read more.

aundry room with gray wall paint and white storage cabinets

Interior Color Palettes, Interior Design

17 Laundry Room Paint Colors (Uplifting Options)

by Ellen Siloy - Architect, Design Consultant

Laundry day isn’t something many of us look forward to since washing, drying, and folding heaps of clothes can be arduous. However, having a pleasing...... Read more.

Home Improvement

18 Drywall Alternatives (Ultimate Guide)

by Ellen Siloy - Architect, Design Consultant

Drywall panels are one of the most popular materials used for interior partitions today, projected to grow at a positive rate in the near future....... Read more.

Furniture

Whitewash Outdoor Furniture (Design Guide)

by Ellen Siloy - Architect, Design Consultant

Here we share our whitewash outdoor furniture design guide including what it is, how to whitewash, materials needed and best type of paint to use....... Read more.