When are you going to build? Dave and I are getting asked this question on a pretty consistent basis. I have to smile and say, "Cobbler's shoes." For those of you who may be new to this blog, I'll give you a short update. My husband is a contractor/carpenter. I'm an interior designer/artist. We make a pretty good team. We've been … Read More »
Craftsman Home Before and After
Good morning! Today I'm excited to share a fun project with you. This project started with my husband and his business partner. They were building a new home for a young family. The homeowners had a very clear vision of what they wanted. They asked me to jump on board to help them design their cabinetry. They wanted to make it look … Read More »
How to Make Smart Decisions and Keep Your Construction Project on Track
When we built our first "dream home", becoming an interior decorator wasn't even on my radar. I had a natural eye for what looked good, but I was naive. I didn't realize how tiring all the decisions would become. By the time I was deciding on style of doorknobs, hinge colors, and light fixtures, I was completely overwhelmed! I would have given … Read More »
How Long Will the New Construction Process Be?
We're back again with a mini-series dealing with new construction. Already we have discussed which professionals you need to hire and the cost of new construction. Today we are going to delve into another question that is either on your mind or you have asked outright: "How long is this going to take?" I am joined today by Lori May, CEO of … Read More »
How Much Does it Cost to Build?
Welcome! Today we're continuing our discussion on building your dream home. If you didn't join us last week, take the link to read the first post. We introduced fellow designers around the country who gave advice about which professional to hire first. Next we are going to explore one of the most common questions people have when they are … Read More »
Which Professionals Do You Need to Build Your Dream Home?
It's time. You've worked, dreamed, worked some more, saved, and now you're ready to build your dream home. This is the investment of your lifetime, and you want to do it right. But the pressure of it all is overwhelming. There are so many decisions that have to be made. You've heard horror stories about banks, contractors, and regrets of … Read More »