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14 Tips For Remodeling Your Basement

Smart Ways to Upgrade the Space You Already Have

If your home feels tight on space but an addition isn’t the right move, your basement may offer the solution. With thoughtful planning and professional design, a basement remodel can significantly expand your living area—often at a lower cost than building out.

From private offices and guest suites to fitness rooms and entertainment spaces, today’s...

13 Jan 26

Thirty Years of Thoughtful Design, Craftsmanship, and Community

Experience Informed by What’s Next

This year marks an important milestone for Meridian Homes: 30 years of custom homebuilding and remodeling throughout the Washington, DC metro area. While anniversaries invite reflection, they also offer an opportunity to look forward — and that balance has always defined how we work.

31 Dec 25

Luxury at Home: Why a Golf Simulator Is the Ultimate Amenity

A Design Addition To Enhance Everyday Living

Today’s luxury homes are being designed with more intention than ever before. Homeowners want spaces that elevate daily living, support wellness, simplify busy schedules, and offer the types of amenities once found only at private clubs or resorts. From fitness studios and spa-style bathrooms to home theaters and wine rooms, the focus is on enhanced...

04 Nov 25

The Art Of Choosing The Perfect Kitchen Cabinet Hardware

A Designer's Guide To Selecting Finishing Touches That Elevate Your Kitchen

When building a custom home or remodeling your existing one, it’s easy to focus on the major kitchen selections — cabinetry, countertops, and flooring. Yet what truly brings the space together are the finer details. Cabinet hardware is one of those finishing touches that blends beauty with practicality, adding character...

16 Oct 25

Transform or Start Fresh? A Guide to Remodeling vs. Custom Homebuilding

How To Create A Home That’s Right For You

When your home no longer aligns with the way you live or the way you aspire to live, it may be time to rethink it entirely. Perhaps the layout limits how you entertain, the kitchen feels restrictive, or the finishes that once felt current now seem dated. At that point, you face an important choice: transform your existing home through a carefully planned...

13 Aug 25

How Much Does It Cost To Remodel A Bathroom?

A Comprehensive Look at the Factors That Influence Your Project Budget

Remodeling a bathroom is a significant investment, so it’s important to understand the factors that can greatly impact the overall cost before you begin. Whether you're planning a complete overhaul of your bathroom or just a simple update, variables such as the age of your home, the materials you select, and even your...

19 May 25

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