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Film These 3 Exterior Installations During Construction
  • by Megan Haskins

Film These 3 Exterior Installations During Construction

When building a new home, it’s easy to focus on what you can see. But what really saves you time, money, and stress later are the things you can’t see once the house is finished. That’s why it’s so smart...

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Nobody Does This In Their Closet and They Totally Should!
  • by Megan Haskins

Nobody Does This In Their Closet and They Totally Should!

When you are building a new home there are a lot of things you plan for up front. But one upgrade that flies under the radar and makes a huge difference is adding a structured media enclosure to your bedroom...

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7 Legendary Garage Features
  • by Megan Haskins

7 Legendary Garage Features

If you’re building a new home or planning a major garage upgrade, this is your moment to think beyond just parking space. These seven legendary garage features are where it’s at! 1. The Beer Sink A beer sink is exactly...

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Stop Your Deck From Rotting Too Soon
  • by Megan Haskins

Stop Your Deck From Rotting Too Soon

Are you building a new home and planning to add a deck? You might think using strong composite boards means your deck will last a long time and you're partly right! Composite decking is great because it doesn’t rot, fade,...

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What to Know About Board and Batten Siding
  • by Megan Haskins

What to Know About Board and Batten Siding

If you're building a new home and considering board and batten siding, there's one detail you’ll want to think through before the siding crew shows up! You’ll need to know how you want the seams to look, especially on tall...

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Wall Niches In A New Build?
  • by Megan Haskins

Wall Niches In A New Build?

Wall niches can add interest and function to nearly any room in a new build. Done right, they look intentional and custom. Done poorly or without a plan and they’re just hollow rectangles in the wall that collect dust! Where...

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