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Alexa Lerner

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The Pros And Cons Of Open-Concept Design vs. Traditional-Style Floor Plans

Which Type Of Layout Is Right For Your Lifestyle?

If you are planning to remodel your existing home or are thinking about building a new custom home, one of the first decisions you will have to make is whether to go with an open-concept design or a traditional-style floor plan. This fundamental choice will impact how you live in your home and utilize the space. 

To clarify, an open-concept design...

31 Jan 24

The Most Popular Types Of Home Heating Systems and How They Work

What's The Best Fit For Your Home?

All home heating systems are designed to increase the temperature inside a living space to make it more comfortable, and they operate by harnessing energy from a fuel source such as natural gas, electricity, liquid propane, oil, or solar power. Some heating systems only warm the interior of a home, while others share components with cooling equipment and are...

17 Jan 24

How To Choose The Perfect Windows For Your Home

What You Need To Know About Style, Function, and Energy Efficiency

Windows allow natural light into your home, provide ventilation, offer sound deadening properties, and make up part of your home's thermal envelope. They also add to the character of your home and help to define its overall style.

Today's windows are highly energy efficient and can save you money on heating and cooling costs....

19 Dec 23

14 Tips For Remodeling Your Basement

How To Upgrade And Utilize Space In Your Home That You Already Have

Need more space in your home but you aren't ready, or able, to invest in an expensive addition? The answer may be right under your feet. By remodeling your basement, you can expand your current living area and, oftentimes, spend far less than an addition would cost. With proper planning and design, you could have that brand new...

29 Nov 23

10 Mistakes To Avoid When Designing and Building A Custom Home

How To Ensure Your Project Goes Smoothly From Start To Finish

When you build a custom home, it can be designed to your exacting specifications. There will be many decisions to be made as you move through the various phases of your project, from choosing the lot location to the type of tile you want in each bathroom. Avoiding the 10 common mistakes we've outlined below can ensure that your custom...

07 Nov 23

Exquisite Fireplace Design Ideas

How To Choose A Fireplace That Fits Your Decor And Your Lifestyle

A beautiful fireplace can be a striking architectural feature and focal point in a room. During the chilly fall and winter months, a roaring fire warms your home and provides an inviting, cozy gathering place for your family and friends. Incorporating a fireplace into the design of your new custom home or your newly remodeled home...

11 Oct 23

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