Many people are leery of starting construction on a custom home in the wintertime. They’re worried about snow, cold weather, and whether the house will take longer to complete. If you’re thinking about building a Louisville custom home, starting construction in the fall or winter is generally fine. For some people, building in the winter … Read more
If you’re shopping around for a custom home builder or contractor in Louisville, it’s important to know exactly what a custom home is, as many builders today use that term loosely. Here are some examples of the types of homes you might see advertised on the market today: Spec home. A spec home is a home … Read more
Technology is growing at an astonishing rate. This is true of construction products and 2012 is not exception for innovation in our field. There are some really exciting products that are coming out in categories that most consider to be “green technologies.” Many people are not overly concerned with whether new products are green or … Read more
We have participated in this fun event and it is always a great opportunity to see what new trends immerge each year. This year’s Homearama is featuring homes in both Shakes Run and Rock Springs subdivisions. To purchase tickets, go to the Home Builder’s Association of Louisville’s website. All the details of the event can … Read more
If you Google “Modern vs. Classic Architecture” you will get results that span every opinion and taste. Architecture is just like music, it is subjective. You like what you like. If you like Polka, who am I to tell you you have bad music taste, although I would still try and make that argument. The … Read more
Some Green Ideas That Save You Money Too! How nice is it when you can save money and help the environment? When planning out your next remodel or new construction project there are a few products to think about. With a little thought you can be environmentally conscious and your pocket book will thank you … Read more
With Father’s day quickly approaching this may be the perfect time to finally give him the space he has always wanted. Yes, we’re talking about a man room. Surprisingly, this is not too difficult a task for anyone to tackle. There are a few themes that most man caves fall into and it should be … Read more
If you’re one of those homeowners who changes your home’s decor to match the season, you might be interested in learning what color Pantone has chosen as its color of the year for 2012. And since we’re just beginning spring, this is a great time to introduce to you Tangerine Tango! The announcement of Pantone’s … Read more
Spring seems to make everything come to life. People are undoubtedly more enthused about starting home design and building projects when the weather warms up and the sun starts shining. We’re proof of that this year! I wanted to share a couple of spring projects we have going on right now. As the weather continues … Read more
When remodeling your home, one of the first things to think about is whether or not the renovations you have planned will boost your home’s overall value. Putting your renovations to work for you—ensuring that they help make you money in the long run—can be a daunting task, especially when you’re renovating on a budget. … Read more
