Plan of the Week – “Craftsman Approach to Traditional Bungalow”
www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 3117 Similar to the popular Drummond model 2192, this plan takes a more traditional or "craftsman" approach to design. This is achieved with a simplified exterior…
Kitchen Solution: The Open Island
eclectic kitchen design by philadelphia general contractor Buckminster Green LLC Do you long for a kitchen island but fear that your kitchen is too small to handle one? This may not be the case.…
Entrance Canopies – The New Porch (13 images)
Creative Overhangs Offer Sheltered Passage to the Front Door modern entry design by austin architect Furman + Keil Architects In traditional residential architecture in the United States, the…
Decor: Paint Color Flow in Your Home
Knowing how to create color flow throughout your home will help you pull together your overall design for a beautiful harmonious look. Simple Tips on Achieving Color Flow Selecting the right colors…
What House Upgrades Will Increase its Value
Two types of renovations exist: the kind you do purely for your own family's comfort and satisfaction, and the kind you do because you want to increase the value of your property. Your home is a…
12 Ways to Prep the Porch for Summer
traditional porch design by charleston interior designer Alix J. Bragg Spring's the perfect time of year to get your porch ready for maximum enjoyment in summer. Porches, which were a necessity in…
White is White, Right? Not Quite!
contemporary kitchen design by other metros architect Debbie R. Gualco I have to admit that I don't have a single white room in my home. However, I've had first-hand experience with the challenges…
Plan of the Week – “Serene Bungalow”
www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 3280 This serene geometric bungalow has virtually all the floorplan features sought by new home buyers - a two car garage, three bedrooms, open living areas, loads…
Apron-Front Sinks – Beyond the Farmhouse
Featured Kohler Model: Dickinson sink in Black n' Tan The apron-front, or farmhouse, sink is one of the most popular symbols of home and hearth. Particularly popular in vintage homes, from…
9 New Ways to Look at Cinco de Mayo Decor
Mon Dieu! There's a French Design Story Behind the May 5 Festivities living room design by photographer Elad Gonen & Zeev Beech Cinco de Mayo is one of those embarrassing holidays that doesn't make…
Defining Design: The Modern Northwest style
traditional family room design The definition of today's Northwest style is a simple one: clean-lines, light, natural materials, and neutral tones combined with bright colors. What makes the…
What’s Hiding Under the Stairs – A Space With Possibilities!
Many new homeowners are looking for efficient uses of space. I would like to share this article from one of my favourite inspirations sources, the Houzz website. This site is a mecca for ideas and…
Plan of the Week – “Six-Bedroom Cottage!”
www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 3101-V1 Looking for a cottage with 6 bedrooms and plenty of functionality? Take a look at this one and all of its features like a welcoming covered front porch, a…
How to choose summer kitchen amenities
Now that the weather is getting nicer, all ideas of outdoor leisure home activities come flooding back to your mind. From playing out in the yard with the kids, to enjoying neighbors over for a…
Plan of the Week – “Single-level, bi-generational”
www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 3043 Following the increasing demand for houses that allow semi-independent living of multiple generations, Drummond is happy to offer this model which is ideal…
