As a new empty-nester couple, our power and water (and grocery) bills have dropped substantially now that our kids have moved out of the...

There are two sides to the process of designing a home - aesthetic and functional. Even if "form follows function", design preferences...

As we venture toward a new normal, there may be opportunity for builders that recognize the trends in home design.

Adaptable Design refers to the ability of a home to suit multiple and changing needs of its occupants. As a family grows or ages, their...

Which comes first, the design or the budget? How do you know what to design if you don't know what it's going to cost? Many projects...

Computer Aided Design or CAD has been common to the construction industry for over 20 years now, but the process of designing a home...

Why in the world would you want to recommend an owner's rep to one of your customers? The worst-case scenario is the brother-in-law that...

The term "traditional" can paint a picture in someone's head, so it might be best to avoid its use. There are numerous traditional...

According to Builder Magazine: Several of the most common aging-in-place renovations involve updates to the bathroom, according to the...

Energy efficiency starts with good design. Of course the efficiency of nearly any home can be improved, but designing for...

We've designed countless entertainment centers over the years, but the old designs need some updating. This modern entertainment center...