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Open vs. Closed Floor Plans: Is the Trend Changing?
Design trends come and go—and the open-concept floor plan might be one of them. Before you knock down walls or frame some in, let’s talk about whether open or closed floor plans actually work for how you live.
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What Every Homeowner Should Know Before Starting a Renovation: Insights from a Contractor
I recently spoke with a contractor about the types of renovation requests he's been getting, and there’s a common theme with almost every homeowner. Here’s some helpful insights from a 15 yr. contractor.
Interchangeable Terms in Home Construction
In the world of home design and construction, there are numerous terms used interchangeably, leading to confusion for homeowners. Let's unravel the mystery as we explore synonyms in new homes and renos...
HGTV Made Me Do It
At first I was a little surprised with the title because that's not entirely what's wrong with HGTV, but when you dig into the rest of the article - it's so much more than that. And it's heartbreaking...
When Should You Start Planning Your New Home Build or Renovation?
One of the most asked question in my DMs is, “I’m thinking of starting a new home / renovation, when should I start? How soon is too soon?” The answer? Read more to find out...
Stock Plans vs. Custom House Plans
Both options have their benefits, but understanding the differences between them is crucial in making an informed choice. Let’s explore their differences. Aka. Let's make a list of pros and cons for you...
Common Floor Plan Faux Pas to Avoid
They spend thousands of dollars to fix these oh-so-common things that should have never been designed in the first place. And yet, they are in countless floor plans. Here are 3 that might be in your house...
The Value of an Architect/ural Designer
To get a better understanding of what goes into a “simple” design, I decided to follow along one of my projects and write down some of the questions that went into the design. I tried to keep it short...
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