Keeping Water Out of Buildings
When looking at a home as a system, protection from the elements is a goal. Water and moisture can cause a great deal of damage to a structure and knowing all of the plains of potential pathways help…
Your Yard: Are You Ready to Loose the Lawn?
contemporary patio design by seattle landscape architect Alan Burke Many of us spend countless hours, dollars and patience on a perfectly kept lawn. Watering needs can be high, fertilizing can get…
Plan of the Week – “Designed to Minimize Flood Damage”
DrummondHousePlans - New Release! www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 3964 2011 was a year of many floods nationwide. Regrettably, this caused incredible hardship and stress to those located on…
Energy Efficiency Series: Add Energy Savings to Your Summer Vacation
In our energy efficiency series of articles featured each Thursday, we provide strategies or information on how to make your new home energy efficient and comfortable. Energy efficiency is not only…
Great Grill Setups Take the Party Outside – Over 1500 Ideas!
tropical patio design by boston showroom Clarke A great place to grill turns summer cooking from indoor chore into prime party entertainment. And few foods are as memorable as fresh vegetables and…
How to Collect Water With Rainbarrels
"The population is growing, but the water supply is not," says Bill Hoffman, a coordinator for the City of Austin Water Conservation Program, in Texas. That's why people around the country are…
Decor: How to Hide Those Plugs and Switches
mediterranean bathroom design by houston general contractor Hann Builders Local building codes say we have to have so many outlets every so often. And switches are just a necessity of life. So…
Plan of the Week – “4-Bedroom Home with Bonus Bachelor Suite”
www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 3956B Inspired by the popular plan 3945 and requests for developed basement space, this plan incorporates a walkout basement with ample doors and windows. A large…
Energy Efficiency Series: Energy Star Qualified Homes
In our energy efficiency series of articles featured each Thursday, we provide strategies or information on how to make your new home energy efficient and comfortable. ENERGY STAR® for New Homes,…
How to Protect and Maintain Your Beautiful Hardwood Floors
Whether you already own gorgeous hardwood floors or you are in the market for flooring and considering them for your home, you should think about the upkeep when choosing. While hardwood flooring can…
Plan of the Week – “Chalet Adjusted to Meet Requests”
www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 3923 Following considerable requests concerning the addition of a garage to popular chalet model 2957 (see below) as well as enlarging certain interior spaces, we…
Reverse Mortgages – What’s the Catch?
As our population ages, a question arises in the senior years - Downsize (rightsize) or look at options to age in place, staying in your home and finding a way to unlock the equity in your home to…
Screen the Porch for a Living Room (Almost) all Year
traditional porch design by san francisco architect Gast Architects If you are looking to expand your home and create a wonderful space you'll get great use of for three seasons, consider adding a…
8 Reasons Why New Homes Beat Used Homes Every Time
With great pricing and availability today in new home communities, why would you ever buy a used home? While short sales and foreclosures may sound like a great deal, there are so many more reasons…
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…
Energy Efficiency Series: How a Heat Recovery Ventilator Works
In our energy efficiency series of articles featured each Thursday, we provide strategies or information on how to make your new home energy efficient and comfortable. Heat recovery ventilation…
