One of the things that residential architects do well is to design homes that are right for the specific families that will live in those homes. Increasingly, however, those families aren’t so traditional any more. Did you know that families of Mom, Dad and two kids for which most homes were – and continue to … Continued
Read MoreNo matter how much you’re planning to spend on a home remodel, taking a look at high-end “concept homes” is a great starting point. Sure, the house remodeling contractors have been given sizeable budgets to approach these home renovations. But the creativity of each home – construction, layout, design and products – can spark ideas … Continued
Read MoreWhen you’re planning your bathroom renovation, take some time to explore new products being offered. Some may surprise you and some could be just the thing to create that spa-like feeling you’re after. As a bathroom remodeling contractor, I get a chance to attend the home shows and see what types of products are being … Continued
Read MoreLike many kitchen remodeling contractors, we’re seeing a back-to-basics trend with kitchen renovations. Now, basics doesn’t mean bare bones, Far from it. Homeowners still want a beautiful kitchen with luxurious extras, but they want kitchen remodeling to focus on functionality and personal style rather than on a “statement” kitchen remodel that features high-end everything and … Continued
Read MoreI just saw an article in The Washington Post that highlighted the work that architect Michael Graves has done for the US Army: He has designed homes to give injured and disabled soldiers a chance to live with dignity and independence. What I think shines about these new homes is the way the architect (himself … Continued
Read MoreEvery year, kitchen remodeling contractors – including us – pore over awards programs and magazine features showcasing the “Kitchen of the Year.” It’s a great way to stay current about the freshest trends in appliances, cabinets, colors, flooring, countertops and kitchen space-savers. But frankly, the three most important features of a great “Kitchen of the … Continued
Read MoreAs a home remodeling contractor, one of the biggest changes we’re seeing is a trend that has come to be known as “staying put.” For most homeowners, the turbulent housing market changed the notion that a home or condo is a fast-growing investment that can – and should – be traded in for a bigger, … Continued
Read MoreHave things gotten a little out of date and worn in your bathroom? Remodeling can do more than update the way your bathroom looks: it can also improve the way it functions. Faucets, for example, are an important element and it’s important to consider more than just “eye appeal.” As bathroom contractors, we consider a … Continued
Read MoreIn the remodeling industry, sometimes architects and design build firms just don’t get along. But we love working with architects, and here’s why. Working with an architect who knows how plans actually get built is the best of all worlds. It can be in-house architects or outside architects – they just need to work with … Continued
Read MoreI just came across a statistic showing that the number of multi-generational homes in the US has risen to a 50-year high. As a home remodeling contractor, this trend isn’t exactly news to me. Even before the recession, more and more home remodeling projects involved creating suites for college grads who returned to live with … Continued
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