Arizona has become the darling of Southwestern real estate, and part of the reason for that is its beautiful landscapes. Who doesn’t love the warmth of the desert sun, the pristine lawns, and the wide variety of views you can experience in this sunny state? A favorite among retirees, as well as young professionals, part […]
El Paso is one of the fastest growing areas in the country thanks to its comfortable mix between small-town and big-city living! Properties here have stayed generally affordable despite the strange changes in real estate across the rest of the country: but how do you boost your curb appeal to make it even more interesting […]
Did you know that blue is the most commonly-cited favorite color in the world? It’s true, and it’s easy to see why. Blue is a tranquil color that reminds people of nature. It’s in the sky, in the oceans, and of course, on the feathers of beautiful birds. Unsurprisingly, a lot of people love the […]
If there was ever a classic color choice for home design, white would have to be it. It’s the ultimate neutral, which is why landlords prefer to rent apartments with white walls, why white tends to be a preferred approved house paint by HOAs, and why it’s always found among popular paint colors. Unsurprisingly, white […]
Vinyl shake siding has a way of shaking up the concept of a home remodel. At one point, wooden shake was considered to be a cheap and easily breakable form of siding. Today, vinyl’s durability has made it easier than ever to get the look of shake without the issue of upkeep or pests. Need […]
Shake siding is one of the best choices for people who want to make a serious impact on the look of their home. It’s a classy, rustic-yet-coastal siding choice that looks perfect as a beach house or as a country cottage facade. In the past, shake had to remain a wooded or whitewashed color because […]
Originally conceptualized as a way of bringing much-needed office space for their Fisher Body Company to downtown Detroit, the historic Fisher Building has evolved over the years to serve as Detroit’s greatest tribute. With a 325,000 square foot exterior, it is the largest marble-clad commercial building in the world. Keep reading for a detailed breakdown […]
There is something to be said about having an apartment building design that looks elegant on the outside and in. Your apartment’s exterior makes a massive impression on potential renters, not to mention the guests who tend to visit them. A good exterior will get a higher rent price and also attract people who you […]
There is something innately beautiful about a country home with a rustic porch. Everyone always has a new idea on what to include for porch furniture, but when it comes to the ceiling, it’s a different story. Finding inexpensive porch ceiling ideas with a rustic twist isn’t easy. That’s why we came up with some […]
When people think of wainscoting, they tend to assume that it’s best for interiors only. This is not true! You can use wainscoting as a part of your exterior, too. It actually is a major trend among architects and real estate investors looking to modernize a home. Don’t believe it? Take a look at these […]
The original UFO house–dubbed the “Futuro” upon its introduction in the late 1960’s–was designed by Finnish architect Matti Suuronen as a solution for an easy-to-erect ski chalet for the mountainous Scandinavian landscape. Made from 16 prefabricated fiberglass-supported polyester plastic panels, the Futuro was transported into the mountains and assembled onsite using a steel frame that […]
When you were young, did you ever want to live in a gingerbread house? Gingerbread house trim is there to help channel your inner child and get you the whimsy you want in your real-life home. But, how do you get that perfect trim to work with the architecture of your house? We have the […]