There are several methods of building a model of a house or building. When I designed modular homes in the early nineties, they had to be built quickly so that the client could get a better feel for their proposed home. The method I used was to take a 1/4″ scale plan view of the • Read More »
You’re going to build a new home, your first house. For years you’ve dreamed, scrimped and saved with the vision of your ideal home stirring you on. Finally you’ve accumulated enough money to make a down payment on a piece of land and your goal is finally within your reach. So how do you intend • Read More »
Introduction Choosing the perfect house plan is a crucial step in creating your dream home. As an experienced home designer, I, William Ashton, have guided many clients through this process. With the right approach and expert advice, you can make informed decisions that lead to a beautiful, functional, and sustainable home. In this article, we’ll • Read More »
There are quite a lot of solutions that you might be able to take advantage of when it comes to building a great front porch, but nothing adds more comfort and convenience than a greatly executed wooden deck. Using the best decking products and deck material, our company is going to tailor a porch which • Read More »
Retail is a very up front type business, meaning you are wanting to design it with a certain curb appeal that will draw the public eye and also leave a lasting impression to draw return customers. If you will notice certain buildings, for instance the food service industry, there are certain trademarks that once mentioned, • Read More »
The HVAC system is an integral component of any system to maintain the built-in temperature and providing comfort to the people. The different arrangement of the design is required for every system. The chosen outlet for air distribution in enclosed spaces requisite effective distribution of flow; the management of air flow is dependent on the • Read More »
Building the home of your dreams could be accomplished sooner and easier than you may think. After you have an idea of the type of home you want to build, there are some easier ways to get your home built quicker. This means that you can put your dreams into high gear and have that • Read More »
After the unique experience of converting a barn into a home, I have to say it’s defiantly a life changing way to live. My wife and I choose a barn conversion over standard construction because of the lower building costs, not to mention being just plain different from the rest of the folks around these • Read More »
A bill of materials is a compiled list that specifies the materials used to build a building or residence. When a contractor or home builder prepares to build, they first use a mathematical process to calculate the amount of lumber, doors, shingles, windows, etc., will be needed to complete the project. The process starts with • Read More »
Having enough bathrooms in your home can make the difference between waiting in line to use the restroom and having easy access any time of day. Some model homes come with only one bathroom, while others may come with a full and half bath restroom. In situations like this, you may want to add on • Read More »