apartment therapy changing the world, one room at a time

This "Michigan log" cabin was built along the Michigan-Indiana border in the 1930s. Like many of old vacation homes, the rooms were small and dark, there was plenty of wood paneling, and "everything down to the rotting floor needed replacing." Joanna and David found a kindred soul in Chicago interior designer, Bob Klingel, who helped them save and revitalize the existing structure and original details.

One of Joanna and David's priorities was saving the stone fireplace and chimney, which happened to be separating itself from the house. For more dramatic BEFORE and AFTERs, check out Cottage Living's online bonus article on the renovation.

Photos: Cottage Living (Thanks, Rex!)