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From the phone calls that have been coming, people are emerging from their cocoons looking to do some renovations to their house. People have called about green building, kitchen remodeling, attic remodeling, deck additions, bath remodeling – you name it! These aren’t the largest remodeling projects that have ever taken place, and that is ok. Our goal at Design Build Solutions is to provide our highest level of service to any of those projects – and there is no project too small for us. Check out our photo gallery for some ideas of small remodeling projects
Those that are calling are looking for remodeling ideas, but they don’t want to get taken; and they definitely want to save money. Where does one turn when looking for ideas on your home?
May I suggest that if this is you, you can turn to the American Fantasy Makeover
…continue reading Remodeling ideas – where to turn »
Our design/build team recently completed an attic renovation project design. Working with Joe Dellanno (www.mydesignbuildproject.com) and Gerry Dunleavy (www.dunleavyconstruction.com), we were able to give our clients their needs.
Our clients wanted to expand their attic space to include a home office, guest bedroom, a bedroom for their daughter, and a larger bathroom. Considering that the finish level in the attic wasn’t up to the rest of the home, they wanted to also match the details in the rest of the house.
…continue reading Can I get some light in here? »
I’ve been trying to start my days by reading some information. It helps grow my understanding, and I gain a little bit of knowledge and exposure when I interact on those sites. This morning was no exception. Since I work in 3D for most of my work, an article titled, It’s Time to Connect Your Real and Your Virtual Worlds, really piqued my interest. I like working in 3D and making the models mimic the buildings as closely as possible. Sometimes, I’ll take a crop of a digital picture to put details, such as special pictures or decorations, in the client’s model just for fun.
…continue reading Connections – Real and Virtual »
In a poll we recently published, one respondent asked how using a design firm can help save money in the long run. Good question, thanks for asking.
It does seem to be an oxymoron to say that one can save money by spending it. Old adages about saving & earning pennies, getting what you pay for, etc., often lead one to sidestep what could be the most important part of any project: planning. In order to save money on your next remodeling project, I believe we must discuss Proper Planning, Effective Presentation, and Critical Collaboration.
…continue reading Saving money by design »