Charles Gueli
Charles is a 40 year veteran of the construction industry, with experience in home design, project management, estimating, and consulting. He lives on Long Island with his wife of 42 years. They have 5 adult children and 7 grandchildren.
Articles by this Author
Great room design
- By Charles Gueli
- Published 05/10/2011
- Home Improvement
- Unrated
Great room design has a direct link to the open plan concept which was begun by Frank Lloyd Wright. This was a somewhat radical departure from the traditional house design where boxes were connected by doorways and hallways.
Backyard fireplaces
- By Charles Gueli
- Published 05/10/2011
- Home Improvement
- Unrated
Among the better deck improvements I can think of are backyard fireplaces.
Ssqueaky floors
- By Charles Gueli
- Published 04/12/2011
- Home
- Unrated
Squeaky floors are very common, especially in older homes.
Different bathroom countertops
- By Charles Gueli
- Published 04/6/2011
- Home Improvement
- Unrated
When selecting a bathroom countertop, you have several different choices than in a kitchen.Some of them are pretty interesting.
Tips for conserving energy
- By Charles Gueli
- Published 03/21/2011
- Home Improvement
- Unrated
Taking a systems approach to managing your energy costs is a good way to ensure that you maximize your savings through reduced energy usage.
Remodeling laundry rooms
- By Charles Gueli
- Published 01/26/2011
- Home Improvement
- Unrated
What's involved in moving or remodeling laundry rooms? Well, first you have to find enough room for your appliances; then make the plumbing and electrical connections; and finally do whatever you can to prevent leaks.
Conserving water
- By Charles Gueli
- Published 01/26/2011
- Home
- Unrated
When it comes to conserving water, small actions can have a big impact.The average household spends as much as $500 per year on its water and sewer bill.
Hookless shower curtains
- By Charles Gueli
- Published 01/5/2011
- Home Improvement
- Unrated
You will commonly find a hookless shower curtain in a hotel room or in a hospital. They are ADA compliant and easy for handicapped people to use. However, there's no reason why you can't use them in your home as well.
Skylights
- By Charles Gueli
- Published 12/17/2010
- Home Improvement
- Unrated
Skylights can make a dreary room bright, capture a view, or provide a starlit panorama from your bedroom.
Getting designer discounts
- By Charles Gueli
- Published 12/17/2010
- Interior Design
- Unrated
The perfect time to look for designer discounts is when we move from an apartment to a house.
Decorative moldings
- By Charles Gueli
- Published 12/2/2010
- Home Improvement
- Unrated
A decorative molding can be defined as any continuous projection that is used to enhance the look of a wall. In ancient Greece, they were first used to throw water away from the wall. The contours, measurements, and projections of moldings vary greatly.
Bamboo kitchen cabinets
- By Charles Gueli
- Published 12/2/2010
- Home Improvement
- Unrated
Bamboo kitchen cabinets can appeal to homeowners who are gravitating toward having a "green" home. Bamboo is an attractive alternative to traditional woods, and can be used for cabinets and furniture.
