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Rob Yagid

The son of a master carpenter, Rob Yagid managed to earn a journalism degree and swing a hammer under the tutelage of his dad. Not surprisingly, these dual paths led him to his current post as an assistant editor at Fine Homebuilding. When Rob’s not poring over a manuscript, his taillights can be seen heading in the direction of a local trout stream or the latest run of bluefish.

Tuck Away the Toaster

October 10, 2013

Storage space was limited in this compact modern kitchen, so San Francisco-based Hulburd Design (hulburddesign.com) invented some creative storage options to accommodate everyday appliances and to reduce visual clutter. Here,…
How It Works: Efflorescence and Spalling

March 7, 2013

Concrete can be a tricky substance to work with and to maintain. As described in this "How It Works" article, Rob Yagid explains efflorescence and spalling, two problems that can…
Carriage-House Kitchen

October 11, 2012

A pair of artists infuse innovative storage solutions with creative details in an open floor plan.
Dressed up Laundry, in the Hall

October 11, 2012

When Jessica Helgerson (JHInteriorDesign.com) met with new clients, they asked that she move their laundry room out of the basement and up to the second floor as part of their…
How it Works: Standby Generators

November 10, 2011

Whether you’re trying to keep the water running during a power failure or the lights on and the air conditioner humming during a blackout, a standby generator can be an invaluable addition.
Incorporating Best Practices

November 10, 2011

How the best builders adopt new materials and building techniques to boost quality and profits.
A Master Bath Carved Out of Closet Space

October 13, 2011

Reorganizing an awkward floor plan shows how function and comfort can be achieved in small spaces.
How it Works: Shear Walls

September 8, 2011

Not every house needs to have shear walls integrated into the framing, but many do.
How it Works: Fiberglass-Batt Insulation

July 14, 2011

While fiberglass batts continue to be a widely used form of insulation, they don't always perform to their rated R-value.
How It Works: Cordless finish nailer

May 19, 2011

In this "How It Works" article, associate editor Rob Yagid takes one model, the Paslode IM250A, and explains what powers it, how its combustion process works, and how it drives a fastener through a piece of trim.