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a trick to use in a bath when using square floor tile is to orient the tile so that the seams are at 45 degrees to the walls. this tricks the eye into thinking the room is bigger. I used this approach in a small bath when remodeling it.

JMHO

Carl

NORWEGIANGIRL; any updates? Inquiring minds would like to know! :)

DIMDEM, just a few impartial observations.

1. The layout of the house: Definitely a factor in additions. Additions may be done really well, or really badly -- and, as you suggest, look like, well, additions. It might cost quite a bit more to get a layout you really love. Could also be quite a bit of turmoil to live through.

2. Costs: don't forget the cost of a MOVE ITSELF-- especially realtor fees. It still might be worth looking at other homes--but don't forget this important cost.

3. Decision: Remember that cost is only one consideration. I suggest starting a list of "pros and cons" and see if that helps your decision. The list should contain all factors--not just cost.

4. Oh, yeah, and that neighbor thing. Even a move of a couple blocks could well affect your relationships with your neighbor friends.

5. One of the factors on your "pros and cons list" might just be "adapt to the smaller space." As a culture, we keep buying more stuff, so we need bigger homes to put it all in. It probably would be the cheapest option.

Good luck; please keep us posted!

Regards,

-k2 in CO

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