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Behind the Build: Our Daughter’s Bedroom Inspiration
How do you design a playful cave bed, a climbing wall, and still leave room to grow? Here’s the inspiration behind our daughter’s bedroom.
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Build & Construction
The Products I Would Never Put in My House (And Why)
Not all building practices, materials, or appliances are created equal. Here are the ones I’ll never use in my own home and why you might want to avoid them too.
Homeowner HQ
How to Use Homeowner HQ (And Get the Most Out of It)
A simple walkthrough of Homeowner HQ page by page. Learn how to use the directory, inspiration library, Private HQ, and what you unlock when you sign up (it’s free).
Budget and Finances
The Real Reason You Don’t Have an Estimate
Why contractors can’t “just give a number.” A clear explanation of why estimates require decisions first and why early pricing guesses often lead to disappointment later.
Q&A with HQ
Ask HQ: What is the Real Going Rate for This Project?
A $X/ft quote might be reasonable—or wildly off. Here’s how pricing actually works, what questions to ask, and why context matters more than “going rates.”
What Contractors Need Before They Can Price Your Project
A behind-the-scenes look at what contractors actually need before they can price your project and why clear decisions protect both you, your budget and your build.
Behind The Build: Our Mudroom Inspiration
Figuring out the details of the most practical room in the house—pantry, laundry, and lockers—while keeping it warm and organized. Here’s what inspired our mudroom.
Case Study
Living Through a Renovation: Survival Tactics for Families
Living through a renovation isn’t easy, but it can be survivable (and even memorable). Here’s how our family managed the chaos, from plywood kitchens to chalk-covered walls.
Build and Construction
Building vs. Renovating: What’s Actually Easier (and Why)
Should you build new or renovate? We break down the trade-offs of each so you can decide what’s actually easier for your project.
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