The Blizzard of 2016 did not disappoint, and it looks like another day or two inside is in the cards. The upside of being housebound during #snowzilla is that my wife and daughter are baking up a storm and -- if the Facebook pics I’m seeing are any indication -- you probably are, too.
For those considering a home remodel, the kitchen is usually a major part of the renovation. Cabinets and countertops usually top the list of things to think about, while ovens can something be a secondary thought. Today, I’m hoping to boost your excitement about ovens (yes, really) by discussing some of our favorite pics for all different types of cooks [...]
It’s cold and windy here in Maryland. The weather reports are all calling for Snowpocalypse 2016. Families are donning their slippers and fuzzy sweaters and buying out grocery stores of all their french toast ingredients (gotta have that bread, milk, and eggs!).
While it’s harder each day to get out from under the warm covers in the morning, it’s nice to set foot onto a warm carpet as opposed to a cold floor. It’s the little things sometimes.
3D design is a topic that falls well within my wheelhouse. I’ve been producing 3D concepts for clients for the past thirteen years, although I’ve been in the residential construction industry for twenty-six years. Discovering the power of the 3D visual was a pivotal event in my career, and as I honed my craft over the years, my success in delivering expectations has increased with it.
Nowadays, you’ll see numerous TV shows with 3D designs—couches rising up out of the floor, furniture flying all around to settle in the perfect place. All cool effects for your viewing pleasure, but at the root of it, people want to see themselves [...]
For those of us in the Northeast, a recent cold front means we’re all about heaters, fireplaces, and hot showers at the moment. As the temperatures drop our energy bills begin to rise in the quest to make our homes more comfortable.
Fortunately, there are a few adjustments that can make your home more energy-efficient, saving money and reducing your energy consumption at the same time.
We’ve had a lot of rain lately and it’s got me thinking about water. Our homes have come a long way from simple indoor plumbing. The technology available for homeowners who are remodeling their kitchen or bathroom is incredible.
I’ve compiled a list of five of my favorite water-related home improvement ideas.
When it comes to kitchen remodels, it seems the sky's the limit as far as countertop options go. While there are several options available, many clients decide to go with the natural beauty of granite. Deciding on the right granite for your home is based on several factors such as your style and color preferences, availability, and -- perhaps what is most considered -- price.
Today’s Tech Talk post offers our insights on how to go about choosing your granite. With this information, you’ll hopefully know a bit more about what you’re getting before making a decision.
Kitchens: the hub of every home. We spend tons of time cooking, eating, talking, cleaning, again and again and again. Keeping your kitchen fresh - as well as taming that revolving door of clutter - requires some forethought.
Today we’re sharing a few tips for updating your kitchen that will tackle everything from paint to paperwork.
My daughter’s piano teacher Elizabeth just got a new pet. Pippa, their little girl pup, is wildly adorable . It will be difficult to get my daughter to care about her lessons when this little bundle of joy is popping around the house. For most people with pets, their furry companions are sacred. Family members in their own right, they often have their own spaces and places where they feel at home. Today we’re sharing a few fun ideas on ways to make your home a pet’s dream come true.
This is Part Two of a new blog series this month, Home for the Holidays, where we share our ideas on how to make your home holiday-ready.
Today’s post is all about sprucing up your fireplace or mantel for the holiday season. Don’t have a fireplace? No problem! We’ve got a fix for that as well. Our tips for making your home cozy and bright will dull those winter blues in no time.
Picking out your custom tile can be one of the most enjoyable parts of a home improvement project. With a never-ending supply of colors, shapes, and sizes, the sky’s the limit when it comes to expressing personal style through your newly tiled floor, shower, or walls.
Today we’re sharing some of our favorite tile patterns. From clean and simple to quirky and unconventional, these ideas will up the ante on your renovation and make for a high-end finish.
Part One of our series is all about houseguests.
Read on to see our top picks for ways to update, redecorate, or remodel your home to better accommodate friends and family, no matter your budget.
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