Flow and Function of Design
Universal Design: Building the “Forever” Home
“We cannot predict the future, but through the incorporation of universal design, we make be able to invent the future of home building.” -Manny Gonzalez, Professional Builder Magazine A home that is universally designed, takes all ages and abilities into account. It creates a home that is easy and convenient to live in. Universal design,…
5 Ways to Create Privacy in Small Backyards
As the Tri-City, WA area continues to expand and the prevalence and popularity of high-density living increases there is a much higher need to create outdoor private spaces to entertain and to relax…without feeling like the neighborhood is peering in. When building our custom homes we always encourage our clients to consider the landscaping in…
Defining Space in Open Concept Homes
The most common thing we hear from our customers is that they want a home that is open, where people can be “together” even if they are in another room. This has moved the building/design industry into an era of less walls, entry ways opening up into living rooms, that are connected to an open…
Site Prep; an Essential Step
Building a new home is big step that is exciting and fun! Most people only build once or twice in their lifetime…Take your time and do your research. On most weekends I look at new homes and available building lots. One area that I have discussed before is the orientation of the home on the…