Design-Build Blog
7 Considerations to Create the Ultimate Home Office
Work from home used to be a convenient option for some, yet due to COVID-19 it has become a necessity for many of us. Now’s the perfect time to not only make the most of these unusual and often trying circumstances, but create the home office you’ve always wanted....
Job Safety Protocol
Ensuring safety in the workforce for our owners, designers, support staff, field personnel and vendor partners The safety and well-being of our employees, clients, vendors, and all of our neighbors, families, and friends in the communities we serve, has always been...
A Positive Note to Our Community
Dear Friends, Clients and Colleagues, As remodelers, we have dedicated over 50 years to creating comfortable, safe, secure, and enriching places for families to live. As of 3/16/20, Contra Costa County was among several counties, followed by the entire state of...
A Kitchen Countertop Guide: The Pros and Cons
A Kitchen Countertop Guide: The Pros and Cons Selecting countertops for your kitchen remodel can be confusing with many materials to choose from. While it’s important to consider the overall look of your kitchen when making a countertop selection, it’s...
5 Ways to Carve Out the Ideal Home Office within Your Existing Space
During this unprecedented time, you may be like millions of Americans now working from home and pondering: how can I set up an ideal place to work? The kitchen is too busy (and you can’t stop getting into the fridge). The living room doesn't have...
Bathroom Renovation: Key Design Factors to Consider
You’re finally ready to tackle that bathroom remodel! You’re on the prowl for ideas, rocketing through design and remodeling websites on your desktop computer, laptop, tablet, and smartphone all at the same time. But all of a sudden, your inner voice of reason snaps,...
2020 Trends to Watch for in Outdoor Living
In many parts of the country, outdoor rooms are nearly as important as indoor spaces, but not all backyards live up to their true potential. Achieving an outdoor living area that is truly inviting and comfortable requires careful planning. It involves more than...
Add Value to Your Home By Creating Custom Closets
Do you envision turning your primary bedroom into a spacious private retreat? Perhaps you're dreaming about eliminating clutter in your children's bedrooms or finding space for your family’s eclectic, growing collection of sports gear? If your answer is a resounding...
Easy Ways to Introduce Contemporary Style Into an Older Home
Homes can benefit from an occasional facelift just as much as humans sometimes need a new look to boost their spirits. Results can be spectacular and cost-effective, with only a little time and imagination. Breathe new life into a traditional older home with some...
Tips for Maintaining the Exterior Paint on Your Home
If you’re relatively new to homeownership, chances are you are still getting accustomed to sorting out what type of upkeep you need to do, and how often. Sometimes homeowners are under the impression that a particular area of work is covered under warranty, meaning...
Can’t Afford a Complete Bathroom Renovation? Try These Cosmetic Updates Instead
Bathroom Remodel Ideas on a Budget Dated and tired-looking bathrooms top the list of homeowner complaints. Adding a new style and improving a bathroom’s function may involve imagination and a fair amount of planning, but it doesn't necessarily require a big budget. If...
The Top 7 Most Popular Home Exterior Design Trends of 2019
A home’s exterior is the first thing people see—often perceived as a reflection of the interior and overall condition of the home. Usually, this perception is correct! So, whether you’re trying to impress potential buyers or the next-door neighbors, first impressions...
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