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SPONSORED CONTENT BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT SPONSORED CONTENT Pittsburgh Style Inspired Living in Clair Inspired Upper Living St. in the Steel City S he’s got a way with design and construction that will take your breath away. Ask Melissa Blackwood what inspires her to create such beautiful homes, and her answer is sim- ple: “My clients—I am so inspired by their lives, their families, their stories,” explains Blackwood. “They are the ones who inhabit the spaces I’ve created, and I want to do everything I can to ensure they love living in their new home.” Whether it’s a renovation project or new construction, this second generation design-builder carefully interviews her clients about their daily routines, then meticulously outlines a vision to create spaces that will reflect that lifestyle. “We work hard to take all the elements our clients desire and synthesize them to tell cohesive stories about their lives,” she says. “My team and I take pride in integrating all aspects of the home, from designing the perfect floor plan, to sourcing the right finishes and fixtures, down to furniture and accessories. No detail is overlooked in creating our clients’ dream homes.” Contact person: Melissa Blackwood | Telephone: 412.818.3106 | melissablackwoodhomes.com Upper St. Clair | Summer 2017 | icmags.com 43