Remodeling: Architects and Designers

Visual Aides: How to Present Design Ideas

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 01:59:44 EST

Let TV and movies be your guide to some creative approaches to presenting your next design plan.

Product Extra: New Orleans Inspiration for Kitchens and Baths

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 10:12:03 EST

Some Deep South product inspiration as we head to KBIS 2013.

Aggregating Options: Ekotrope's HomeSeed Energy Modeling Software

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:28:48 EST

Don't start another green building project without a software analysis to determine the best products and techniques.

Merit Award, Whole-House Remodeling Over $500,000: Family Affair

Mon, 3 Jun 2013 02:15:41 EST

What was once a dark, cramped ranch home in the Hollywood Hills has become a stunning showplace.

Merit Award, Whole-House Remodeling Under $250,000: A Shed Spread

Mon, 3 Jun 2013 01:58:10 EST

Architect Nick Deaver turns an abandoned, forgotten shed into a modern Texas marvel.

Merit Award, Whole-House Remodeling Under $250,000: Watergate Revisited

Mon, 3 Jun 2013 02:43:52 EST

A dated apartment in Washington, D.C.'s Watergate gets a new look and feel.

Merit Award, Historically Sensitive Renovation Under $150,000: Dormer Adornment

Mon, 3 Jun 2013 01:59:34 EST

Keeping with the era of the house, Mountainwood Homes added a shed-style dormer for the new bathroom space. The materials used for the dormer match those of the existing space to maintain balance between new and old.

Pulled Permits as a Source of Leads

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:17:39 EST

Using Construction Monitor, an online service, to find leads through permits pulled by others.

Conflict Resolution: Simple Steps to Avoid Landing in Court

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:15:28 EST

Veteran construction industry arbitrator and mediator John Rusk offers advice on dispute avoidance.

How to Avoid Value-Engineering a Remodeling Project

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:13:27 EST

Paul Winans blogs about communicating with clients early on to avoid having to value-engineer later in the process.

Pick Your Pleasure: Choose Tile That Suits the Space

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:07:48 EST

Considering color palette, shade variation, and tile size can help designers and their clients choose just the right tile.

Calculated Industries Laser Dimension Master II

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 01:41:05 EST

This pocket-size distance meter is ideal for remodelers, designers, and even realtors who need to make short-distance measurements under 50 feet.

3-D Training Tools: Three-Dimensional Design Made Easy With SketchUp

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 01:33:41 EST

A review of some online training offerings for learning how to use Google SketchUp.

Changing Desires: NKBA Survey Highlights Kitchen and Bath Trends

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 01:32:06 EST

From cabinetry finishes to useful storage solutions, NKBA's annual trends report highlights how designers are specifying products differently this year compared with two years ago.

Getting Mobile: Optimize Your Site for Mobile Devices

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:15:26 EST

As more consumers use smartphones to search for goods and services, businesses need to make that process easier by establishing mobile versions of their websites.

Regulating Water Efficiency

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 01:22:11 EST

Two experts at the Delta Water-Efficiency Summit discuss water-efficiency regulations and programs.

Local Barter: Superior Woodcraft's Wooden Nickel Marketing Campaign

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 09:51:55 EST

A marketing campaign that generates buzz and benefits other businesses as well.

Taste Sensation: Wine-Tasting Events Build Brand and Community Relationships

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 09:51:30 EST

Hosting wine tastings and other events at its office helps this remodeling company build brand and community.

Well-Read: Staying Put: Remodel Your House to Get the Home You Want

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:53:22 EST

Architect Duo Dickinson's new book gives homeowners ideas for value-engineering during a remodel.

Watershed Moment: 2011 Solar Decathlon Winners

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:47:58 EST

The University of Maryland won first place in the Solar Decathlon with its WaterShed house, which is designed to also help preserve watersheds.