Year: 2016

Designing a Home for Aging in Place

As the Baby Boomers reach retirement age, their needs at home change. A big backyard, kid-sized rooms, and a swing set just aren’t as appealing as they might be for people actively raising children. Your twilight years should happen in a home that’s designed with you in mind. Comfort and convenience are top priorities when […]

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Seven Ways to Brighten up a Room

There’s no escaping the fact that the days are getting shorter as the summer comes to a close. So how do you make the most out of dwindling sunlight? If you have a custom-designed home, you could have daylight savings built right into the windows, walls, and layout of your structure. How? A few design […]

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Getting More From Your Kitchen Sink Setup

The average homeowner uses their kitchen sink dozens of times per day, so it’s important to make sure your sink set up suits you and your family’s needs. From washing giant sauce pans to rinsing all the vegetables, your sink choice could determine whether you become a skilled home chef or a takeout connoisseur. One […]

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Interior Design Flooring Trends That Impress

No matter where you go in your home, your floor is there to support you. It’s something you see and feel throughout the day, and if it’s a high-quality material, it will last for years. Anyone who’s ever spent time in a flooring store knows that the amount of choices can quickly become overwhelming. How […]

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Mudroom Floor Plans for Every Season

After you build a custom home, will your most frequent guests be friends, family or more unwelcome visitors like dirt, debris and clutter? Unless you’re careful, you might invite a mess into your home if you don’t have a mudroom. This is space that serves as the perfect transition from the wild outdoors to a […]

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Creating Wine Cellars in Homes

Whether you’re a connoisseur or a wine newbie, adding a wine cellar to your new home build can make it feel like a retreat to Napa Valley. Vino-lovers are sure to enjoy having an ideal environment for storage, and the convenience of having complex wine flavors close at hand. There’s a wine for every occasion, […]

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Comparing Kitchen Countertop Options

One of the easiest ways to add value to your home is choosing a countertop that complements your kitchen. Not only does a great kitchen countertop entice potential buyers, it says something about your personal sense of style. Think of it this way: no matter which refrigerator you choose, it will never be truly unique […]

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Exploring Home Flooring Materials

Flooring may be the most underappreciated part of a home. Think about the first thing you do in the morning – you don’t take a shower, make breakfast or get dressed – you step one foot on the floor. Not only that, you maintain contact with the floor until you leave the house. The flooring […]

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How to Choose Living Room Light Fixtures

One of the most important parts of a living room is something you might not even notice. Lighting is what sets the tone for everything it illuminates. It’s an element that can alter moods and create an intimate atmosphere for the home. Most people spend plenty of time in their living rooms, so it’s important […]

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