Decorating with color is fun. It’s never a bad idea to let the pros give you a hand in choosing your paint colors. If you can’t find the colors you want, have them custom mixed for you. Most all paint retailers have the ability to match any color you take them. They can match a […]

There are so many options available when it comes to choosing and designing your front entryway that you’ll want to check out as many product lines as you can. Visit this link to read about different door options: Natural solid wood is probably the most attractive material for a decorative front door. Depending upon the […]

Since building a new home involves unique financing requirements you’ll want to find a lender that specializes in home construction loans and offers customized options. Construction financing commonly involves two loans: one interim construction loan for the building of the home and one permanent loan for the completed home. Finding the right financing to meet your […]

A well-planned outdoor kitchen can transform a garden or deck into a kind of island resort, where great friends and great flavors mingle under sun or stars. Many homeowners are building their outdoor kitchens with ovens, refrigerators, freezers, icemakers, warming drawers and microwaves.  Equally important as weatherproof appliances are the materials used to build your […]

A covered front entry gives European flair to this 2,802 square foot Cottage house plan. The large open floor plan of the family room, with access to the covered patio, is a great space to entertain guests, while the elegant dining room, kitchen and nook give the option for more or less formal dining. Retreat […]

An estimated 40 million Americans move each year, with August being high season. One of the first decisions to make is whether to hire a moving company. If you do, click on the link provided to read about some suggestions for making the experience go smoothly.  http://www.kansascity.com/238/story/756416.html One of the keys to a successful move […]

As consumers continue to learn more and more about green building, architects, designers and builders are starting to incorporate more green features into their new homes. One of these features are green roofs, which can be installed on residential and commercial buildings, feature landscaping and foliage on the top of the building that often can […]

When it comes time to design your kitchen, you should focus first on your kitchen cabinetry. Your cabinets are the key ingredient to making a great kitchen, both aesthetically and functionally. They not only house all your kitchen gadgetry, dinnerware, edibles and cookware, but they will need to be able to endure daily use and […]

Stock plans are a great option for anyone wanting to build a new home.   Finding the perfect plan is not always easy.  You would be amazed at what can be accomplished by making changes to a stock plan.  Modifying your home plan can be done in several different ways.  Minor changes can be handled by redlining […]

This charming 2,697 sq. ft. Old World home features a split 3-car garage, a spacious front porch and a brick, stone and siding exterior with shake accents. The entry unfolds to a columned dining room and a home office. The large gourmet kitchen has an angled breakfast nook and a snack bar to provide additional […]