According to the FBI, 81% of break ins start at the front door. Thieves know outdated security systems will allow for entry, robbery and escape before the police arrive. New products from Ring and Skybell provide automated door locks, intercom stations, smart door bells, cameras, peepholes, facial recognition, motorized shades within doors and lighting […]
An arbor makes a charming addition to any patio. Not only does it help provide a focal point, but if you place it strategically, your arbor can also create an entrance or add privacy. Photo by Derviss Design Put an arbor — even a simple one — over your front walk to dress up your front yard […]
Whether the backsplash is located in a Kitchen, Wet Bar, or Bathroom, more homeowners are including a mosaic tile element in the design. Popular choices include interlocking circles above a cooktop and the use of bright colors, as seen in these examples from Houzz.com: Photo by Balfoort Architecture, Inc. Photo by Ventana Construction LLC Photo by Exquisite […]
Converting an attic into a multipurpose room is a great way to increase living space without adding additional square footage to a home. The “2015 Remodeling Impact Report” from the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® finds an attic renovation has a ROI of 61% when reselling a home. We recently helped a Charlotte area family transform their unfinished […]
Better Homes & Gardens said the AiO Cabinet by Robern is “the smartest medicine cabinet you’ll ever meet.”¹ It comes with dimmable task lighting, electrical and USB outlets, magnetic storage and more. Available in single- and double-door configurations, as well as varying widths, AiO offers the right amount of versatility while bringing together Robern’s most […]
The revolutionary collection of faucets by DXV American Standard contains the first commercially-available residential faucets created with additive manufacturing, better known as 3D printing. Masterful designs offer an exclusive, luxury faucet experience and collection with industry-leading and innovative approach to manufacturing. Pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Elevating the experience of everyday living. The Vibrato 3D Faucet ($19,500) […]
Houzz.com published a “Top 10 Home Renovation Don’ts” and we think Number One on their list bears reposting: 1. Don’t delay decisions. If you want your remodel to go well, the best thing to do is make every single decision before work starts. A good builder can talk you through the list of situations that might […]
This is one of our favorite design features from the 2003 HomeArama in Charlotte, NC. Beautiful exterior finishes display a Spanish style: exposed wooden beams, stucco walls, earth toned walkways, decorative iron railings, and the arch above the personal lap pool. This photo may be over a decade old, but the Spanish influence on the space is […]
A large window in the shower wall prevents the shower from feeling closed off and dark. Hexagonal marble tile adds visual interest and strays from the ubiquitous subway tile.
Tiered paver patios and a retaining wall, by Southview Design in Minnesota, build inviting outdoor spaces. This landscape design plan includes a bar and fire pit area and sections for plants and flowers.
