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Fun with color! Part III
Part III – Interior Colors In the last post we talked about selecting exterior colors. This post will focus on choosing interior colors. If you survived the process of selecting exterior colors for your home you will be relieved to know that there are several aspects of interior color selection that are much more…
Read MoreFun with Color! A three part series on making the most of color in your home
Part I – Getting started With all of the fancy fixtures, finishes and materials to select in a typical home renovation project, the importance of your color palette is often overlooked The list of decisions and selections to make in a typical home renovation project can seem endless at times. While some of the more…
Read MoreHouzz-Hunting: A how-to guide to one of the most popular home design websites on the internet.
If you are looking to renovate or add to your home and you haven’t heard of houzz.com, you should check it out. Houzz is a website devoted to all things home design and renovation, from interiors to exteriors, fixtures, furnishings, and landscaping. If it has to do with the design of your home, you can…
Read MoreDesign-Bid-Build vs. Design-Build?
It’s a pretty common question for homeowners considering a renovation, “Should I hire an architect and go the traditional design-bid-build route, or should I hire a design-builder?” The answer typically depends on a number of factors, including your budget, the complexity of the project, and your design aspirations for the finished home. Many of our…
Read MoreCan I add to my home? Regulatory issues that impact the feasibility of a project
A home addition can be a great way to adapt your house to meet the changing needs of your family. There are several regulations that may impact the feasibility of an addition project. Many of these vary by jurisdiction and should be reviewed with a local design professional or code official to determine their impact…
Read MoreWhy Use an Architect?
So you’re considering building a new home or renovating an existing one. Where do you turn for help with this daunting endeavor? For a new home, mass marketed house plans are one option, but by their very nature they seek to homogenize housing into a one-size-fits-all package. Design/Build outfits are another alternative, and can be…
Read MoreSelecting an Architect
Starting a home renovation project can be daunting. For most people the first step is to select an architect, which can be an equally intimidating process. Consider asking the following questions when interviewing an architect: A. Design Vision 1. What are your initial thoughts about our design goals? What is your design philosophy with respect…
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