With the warm weather here at last in the Washington DC area, most of us do not think about the cold and snow. Why think about winter now when the sun is shining and the breeze is warm? Because summer landscaping and surface improvements can make a big difference in how safe your property is next season. In other words, NOW is … Read More
Quartz and Quartzite Countertops: Understanding the Differences
If you are unaware of the differences between quartz and quartzite countertops, you are not alone. This guide will assist you in understanding the difference between the two countertops and the qualities associated with both. Quartz and quartzite countertops are both common choices for consumers, but have many differences that should be taken into consideration before a decision is made. Quartzite … Read More
The Ultimate Pre-Construction Checklist for New Home Building
Building a luxury home can be exhilarating, exciting and completely satisfying with the right customer attitude and qualified builder. To simplify the sometimes overwhelming process of new home building, we’ve prepared the ultimate pre-construction checklist based on our years of experience building custom homes in the Bethesda, Maryland and Washington DC areas. First, have patience. Quality and luxury homes are … Read More
How to Apply Lawn Fertilizer in MD & DC For Fantastic Results!
As the old saying goes, “You only get one chance to make a first impression.” This applies to your home as well. A less than spectacular lawn will greatly diminish the overall appearance of your otherwise stellar home. Creating and maintaining a pristine lawn can be a daunting task. Knowing when and how to properly cut, water, and fertilize your lawn, … Read More
3 Dream Kitchen Must-Haves: 2016 Chefs Kitchen Trends in MD
When customizing your new kitchen, there are tons of cool and innovative ideas if you just think outside of the box. The key to a spectacular kitchen is combining storage, technology, style and function with your personal taste. We’ve been designing custom homes in the Maryland and Washington DC area since 1990. Here’s a look at 3 dream kitchen must-haves our customers are requesting … Read More
How To Choose The Best Home Builder in Maryland or DC
When you decide that you want to look for a dream home builder in Maryland or Washington DC, you’re making a big decision and entrusting people you barely know with your life’s savings. Building a luxury home is not only an investment, but it also requires thoughtful organization, planning, and execution. So the first step on this journey is to choose the best home builder for … Read More
Add A Wine Cellar to Your Home Design or Remodel Project
A wine aficionado doesn’t settle for a wine rack or a wine refrigerator in their kitchen, they want an entire room that’s dedicated to wine. Adding a wine cellar to your new home design or remodel project truly captures a wine lover’s attention and gives your home a luxuriously unique distinction. When designing a custom wine cellar, here are some considerations to keep in … Read More
Beyond Granite & Quartz Countertops: Other Luxury Stone Options
Did you know that you have multiple natural stone countertop options beyond the ever so popular granite and quartz countertops? Natural stone countertops are a huge luxury home design trend, and the more unique they are the better. So let’s look at some additional natural stone countertop options to consider: Soapstone Countertops Soapstone has a distinctive beauty that you won’t … Read More
Curb Appeal: How To Make Your Home Stand Out!
This is the time of year most homeowners begin thinking about their home’s curb appeal and how they can improve it to make their home stand out. Before summer plans blow away lawn and landscaping dreams, let’s take a look at some landscape tips where a little labor or investment can add up to big time curb appeal improvements! Luscious Lawn Care Aside … Read More
Ice Melt Comparisons: Which Ice Melt is Best for Ice Removal?
It goes without saying that there are a lot of choices for ice melt on the market today…so how do you know which one is best for you and your needs? We’ve come up with this of ice melt comparisons, in the hopes to help you decide which ice melt is best for ice removal if you go it alone. … Read More