We ran into something similar last summer—ended up spot-leveling just the worst bits, mostly to save costs. Didn't totally break the bank, but those l...

Totally agree about the mirrors—had a client once who placed a huge mirror directly opposite a west-facing window. Gorgeous in theory, but every after...

I see your point about bamboo—it can definitely bring a cool, eclectic feel. But honestly, I've found bamboo can be a bit tricky outdoors. Last summer...