A Home That Works For You… And Others
When partnering with our homeowners to design and build their new home – or renovate their existing one – we listen to their needs and the types of spaces they desire. Many of our homeowners seek assurance that their ideas work not only for them, but also appeal to a broader market. Let’s walk through […]
Design/Build – A Simpler Way to Build
Are you considering building or renovating your home and don’t know where to begin? The traditional process of selecting a separate architect, builder and designer can seem daunting. Our homeowners are relieved to learn that there is a simpler way. A Design/Build company transforms the relationship with the homeowner into a collaborative and streamlined process […]
6 Ways to Save on Your Home Project
Are you ready to get started on your new home or renovation, but nervous about horror stories of cost overruns? The solution is to select a trusted building partner and allow sufficient time to develop a solid plan before work begins. Here are six tips that we share with our homeowners to keep their projects […]
Today’s Homeowners Focus on Quality and Flexibility
In the 1950’s, the average American home was 975 square feet. Over the decades that followed, home size steadily increased until it peaked at 2,300 in 2007 – sometimes sacrificing quality of construction for quantity of space. In recent years, many homeowners reversed that trend by seeking more compact, multi-purpose living spaces while integrating high […]
The Great Debate: To Build or Renovate?
By Don Weiler, Bailey & Weiler Design/BuildSpecialists in Custom Home Design, New Construction and Renovation As your life evolves, your home needs change. A growing family, personal health issues, new hobbies, income changes,… any number of life events can result in the need for more, less or just different living spaces. A new home might […]
Tips for Preventing a Holiday Home Invasion
The holidays are here! For most, it’s the time of year filled with gifts, parties and family vacations, but unfortunately, it’s also “Christmas time” for burglars who reap the rewards of vacant homes and unguarded valuables. Don’t be the victim of a holiday home invasion! Follow these simple tips for preparing your home to ensure […]
Work with the Land during Home Design
Your home site is unique; each plot has assets and challenges to be considered during home design. Use existing grades to your favor. If your lot slopes sharply to the side, consider a walkout side basement door instead of the traditional back door. Working with your land, instead of against, saves excavation costs and retains the […]
Some Energy Tax Credits set to expire
By Carol Hazard, Richmond Times-Dispatch, Va. Dec. 05–Mark and Valerie Hubbard saw an opportunity to become more energy-efficient — and benefit from a federal tax credit that expires at the end of the year. They had their attic reinsulated last week and, as a result, they will be able to write off some of the […]
Relief From Lumber Prices
Some Relief From Lofty Lumber Prices Is on the Way Lumber prices in recent weeks have appeared to defy gravity, rising swiftly at a time of relatively sluggish demand from the home building sector, but NAHB economists remain confident that some relief is on the way as supply problems are alleviated. Click here to read […]
2009 Best in American Living
Simplicity of form inside and out and exquisitely detailed custom homes that bring the outdoors in are among the six design trends noted in the 2009 Best in American Living Awards (BALA)—the nation’s foremost residential design competition?according to judges who analyzed the hundreds of BALA entries submitted. Click here to read full article in PDF […]