Yes, In My Backyard
Outdoor living trends By Donna Aldrich Grass-filled big backyards are so last century. We’ve abandoned our lawn mower, edge trimmers
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Architecture and Design
Outdoor Living Spaces: Most Desired Community Feature
Providing single-family living that integrates outdoor living design elements without sacrificing density By Darian Rauschendorfer It is widely known that
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Work From Home… Outside?
Outside living takes on a whole new meaning By Josh Kassing The “work-from-home” approach to employment has offered an arrangement
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Connecting Through Elevated Design
Designers can design elevated spaces that positively impact people’s lives. By Sarah Hunter In this post-pandemic era, bringing people together
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Traditional AND Sustainable Residential Architecture in Los Angeles
Sustainable solutions we can all apply By Tim Barber Temperatures in downtown Los Angeles hit 90°F on March 24, 2022,
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The Purpose and Practice of Merchandising Outdoor Living Space
Why merchandise outdoor spaces? By Lita Dirks While we may be called an interior design/model merchandising firm, we know that
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The ABC Green Home 4.0 Tiny Cabin Addition
During the pandemic mandated grand opening delay, the project’s design team engineered an additional structure in front of the main
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Creating Sustainable Homes With a Modern Design
Environmentally-focused designers are using smart home technology for modern design. According to Bakersfield.com, long before there was such a thing
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Design for Longevity
Incorporating safety seamlessly into design By Adam Gibson Designing for longevity can be a challenge for some clients to appreciate.
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Go Small or Go Home
With small kitchens, organization is critical. By ElizaBeth Marcocci The key to designing a small kitchen is good planning, utilization
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The Rise of Sustainable Homes
In 2022, new home construction will see the rise of new sustainability-focused movements. According to Appraisal Buzz, architects, designers and
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Home Design Trends for 2022
This year’s leading design trends incorporate materials like stone and brick bringing color, texture and functionality. According to PR Newswire,
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A Look Back on 2021’s Consumer Trends
As people invest more in their homes, consumer priorities shift to wellness. By Angela Harris The pandemic had an impact
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Beauty from Within
High performance homes consider a whole house approach, including design. By Julia Malisos People often ask if design is sacrificed
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The Importance of Wellness in Design
With priorities shifting for consumers, incorporating wellness and sustainability into design is now a must for all residential spaces. By
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Green, Greener, Greenest
Healthier, more sustainable homes are what today’s buyers are looking for By Donna Aldrich The demand for green homes, even
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Leaving A Lasting Legacy
Our many considerations for successful community streetscape outcomes include density, privacy, landscaping, sustainability and color trends By Donna Aldrich Bette
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Enlist Mother Nature to Design Your Curb Appeal
Inspiration for elevating your exteriors and curb appeal is right under our nose. By Scott Hamilton Harris With so many
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How Geothermal Brought a Sense of Calm to a Community
Geothermal is not only highly efficient, but it can allow residents to appreciate the sounds of nature. By Brandon Bryant
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Wellness-Focused Flexibility
Outdoor spaces that provide flexibility can be functional while enticing buyers. By Jonathan Boriack While the global community has a
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Paint the Town Green in 2021
These sustainable trends and focuses are carrying momentum into 2021 By Julia Malisos Master planned communities are alive and well.
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Designing Homes Beyond the Pandemic
Homeowners are looking for specific features in a post-pandemic world By Jillian Pritchard Cooke The COVID-19 global pandemic has pushed
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Multi-Family Housing as a Lifestyle Choice in 2020
Changes, trends and how to attract a prospective resident in multi-family living By Sanford Steinberg Designing multi-family communities takes more
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2020 in Hindsight
2020 has put technology, wellness and more into focus By Julia Malisos I am quite certain that even hindsight is
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Environmentally Responsible Design: Keeping Our Eyes on the Prize
Environmentally responsible design and construction during the pandemic By BLAKE GOBLE In the swirl of health and economic crises we
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Weaving Wellness and Green Living
Implementing healthy concepts is key to attracting 55+ residents who want to flourish, contribute to their wellness and age in
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Breaking the Mold with Innovative Design
Innovative design mixes up attached housing and reaches a wide range of buyers By JULIA MALISOS At the end of
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How Aluminum is Essential to Green Building
Aluminum is a cost-effective, durable, adaptable material for building projects By Ryan Roush Aluminum is one of the world’s leading
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Designing for Wellness. Why Wellness?
Maintaining mental and physical hygiene within your walls can decide whether you live or die By JOHN GUILLIAMS Simply put,
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WELLness at Home
Industry professionals must seize the opportunity to push beyond requirements and create healthier spaces By SARAH HUNTER Today, more than
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Refreshing Your Indoor and Outdoor Space
Homes should celebrate the environment that surrounds it By CHRIS BRANDON It’s no question that the spring and summer months
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Project Success: Design to Code with Forward Thinking
Building codes affect design, understanding current codes and how to work within them allows for compliant projects and quality homes.
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Sustainable Building in Challenging Times
Female builder talks about her road to success in the building industry and her passion for building By MARNIE OURSLER
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