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Oct
07
Fall Maintenance Check List

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Want to make sure your home is ready for Winter? Run through this simple fall home maintenance check list that ensures you are setting your home and your family up for success.



Exterior Maintenance



  • Check foundation for cracks. You don’t want water coming into your home, freezing, and expanding any existing cracks and creating mold. If you find a small crack, depending on where it is located, you can seal it with caulk, quick setting cement, or epoxy and keep an eye out that it doesn’t continue to expand. For larger cracks call a professional.

  • Make sure your roof is in good shape. Inspect for any missing or loose shingles -or- call a professional to come and do a quick inspection....

May
06
Aging in Place


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Aging in Place


What does aging in place mean and why is it important?


Baby Boomers


The biggest population boom our country has ever seen is now 57 years of age or older and many of them want to continue to live their independent lives outside of a nursing home. And quite frankly, don’t we all want to keep our independence as long as we possibly can. That is where designing and building your home to not only accommodate your needs now, but also into the future, can have many lasting benefits.


What does an aging in place design look like?


Aging in place design doesn’t mean decorating your home in an old school Victorian fashion. It does however, require you to take into consideration...


Apr
22
Earth Day and Green Building

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Why Build Green?




The urge to build green has slowly been gaining traction over the years. With more people becoming consciously aware of our impact on the earth, the question of “how do I make my home healthier” has been a reoccurring topic lately. Green building focuses on reducing waste and environmental pollution, efficiently using resources and materials, and protecting the health and safety of the home’s occupants. So let’s discuss how we can deign and build homes that are sustainable, high performing, affordable, cost-effective, healthy and in the long haul…saves you money.




What you should consider when building green.



  • Working with a builder who knows h...

Nov
20
Winter Colors for 2020

Around the Holidays, spirits seem to be lifted and there is a sense of joy and excitement in the world. The winter color palette of 2020 captures all the warmth and moodiness of winter.



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Nov
10
Benefits of Sauna Usage

Given our changing lifestyles, taking care of mental and physical health is no longer a luxury. People have started visiting spas and saunas as part of their daily routine, to increase their happiness, health and well-being. Last year, one of our clients came to us wanting to build a detached Sauna on his property. We chose to use Finalandia Sauna and couldn't be happier with the outcome. Choosing to build a sauna can have multiple benifits. Here are just 4 ways sauna therapy can improve your mental and physical health.



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4 Ways Sauna Therapy Can Improve Your Mental and Physical Health


1.) Lowers depression and anxiety by allowing you to find peace and solidarity in your own room. Allowing...


Oct
29
Do you get inspired by the seasons?

Painting an accent wall and decorating your home with the 2020 fall color palette is easy. What colors inspire you to make a change?


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Jul
16
Throwback Thursday

It has been almost one year since we completed the renovation for this beautiful downtown boutique shop.


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May
02
 

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Happy #humpday! Today we are featuring a #hidden #door! Who hasen't dreamed of having a hidden #passage in your home?!? For one of our clients, it's no longer a #dream!


Apr
27
 

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This is the before picture of a #kitchen #remodel we are currently working on. We'll post an update soon. #VMBHolland


Apr
23
 

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We installed a pulley to make it easier to open & close the door covering this window. Plus it fits with the home's rustic style.