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Alexa Lerner

Recent Posts

How Long Will My Home Remodeling Project Take?

Careful Planning Will Keep Your Project On Track

As home remodeling specialists, we are often asked the question, "How long will my home remodeling project take?" Since the scope of work for every project is different, the time it takes to complete the planning, design, and construction phases will vary considerably. For example, remodeling a bathroom or kitchen may take weeks or months, whereas...

19 Jun 24

What You Need To Know About Home Automation

How To Make Your Home Smarter

Home automation is no longer a luxury. It is about everyday comfort, convenience, security, and savings. When you are building a new custom home or remodeling, it is essential to discuss your home automation objectives with your builder during the earliest stages of planning and design. Having proper wiring and wireless access points installed during the construction...

24 Apr 24

How To Enhance Your Outdoor Living Space With A High-End Water Feature

Enjoy Nature’s Wonders Year-Round!

Home water features exist to soothe, entertain, and inspire. From the calming sounds of the cascades to the brilliantly colored koi swirling about, waterfalls, fountains, and ponds allow homeowners to experience a slice of paradise right in their own yard. Our friends at Premier Ponds & Lighting are experts at transforming an outdoor living space into a...

10 Apr 24

Our Guide To Home Elevators

An Elevator Can Make Your Home More Convenient, Safe, And Functional

The main function of an elevator is to simplify the task of moving between floors in a home. Whether you need to get heavy bags of groceries from the garage to the kitchen or transport a family member with mobility issues from one floor to another, an elevator can make your home more convenient, safe, and functional. 

There are...

26 Feb 24

How To Design The Perfect Mudroom For Your Home

Creating A Mudroom That Embraces Functionality And Style

When designed properly, a mudroom should be the hardest working part of the home. As the informal entryway, it serves as the bridge between the outdoors and the indoors. A well-planned mudroom offers various forms of storage like cubbies, built-in lockers, drawers, shelves, and a closet for essential items such as coats, shoes, sports...

12 Feb 24

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

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