It’s no secret people like their kitchen —the heart of the home, where typical American families spend most of their at-home time. However, it can be overwhelming for many homeowners to start designing their dream kitchen without guidance from a professional. Renowned designer and artistic advisor...
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When designing a new custom home, one of the most worthwhile investments you can make is to upgrade the master bathroom. Bathroom design enhancements not only boost real estate value but also your overall enjoyment of the space, and custom home appointments these days are...
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Inspired by popular home-improvement television shows and information-rich social networks, custom homeowners and savvy design professionals are using natural materials like cypress to transform their creative aspirations into beautifully tangible realities. “Cypress is a versatile wood that offers design freedom, lasting performance, and a lifetime of...
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From learning thermostats to smartphone-enabled locks, the presence of connected technology in the home grew leaps and bounds in the last year—and in fact, before the year’s out, tech research giant Gartner predicts connected devices will number somewhere near three billion. Without a doubt, 2015...
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Interior design evolves as seasons change, and with each New Year, fresh trends replace dated fads. What new trends can we expect in 2016? “Say goodbye to mason jars and chalkboard paint, as the overdone 'farmhouse chic' is finally headed out of style,” says Kerrie Kelly, home...
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The positive or negative response we get upon entering a room is nearly instantaneous. We don’t need to carefully examine each corner, or walk around turning over every pillow to decide if a room makes us feel good or not. But, what is it that...
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Minimalist Nordic design is taking over the custom home décor scene in 2016. Scandinavian-inspired design principles, featuring white, simple color schemes and use of natural materials, provide attractive options for creating a balanced, beautiful home. The Nordic movement, which evokes the simple, minimalist homes of Denmark,...
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At this time of year, there is no shortage of predictions from designers, home stagers, real estate pros and others about anticipated trends for 2016. The first round of design trend predictions included input from Maria Killam - an internationally sought after color expert, design...
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Be it freezing temperatures, snow or ice, wintry weather can damage, and even destroy, the landscaping on your new custom home property—no matter how resilient your plants seem. “When inclement weather is in the forecast, most people focus on stocking up on food, rock salt and...
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Color, along with pattern and texture, are crucial elements in the design of a custom home’s interior. But in the coming year, the predominant color trend may not be a color at all. According to the experts at Sherwin-Williams, alabaster—a flattering, natural white—will largely inform many...
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