Permits: One Way to Know You’ve Hired a Pro Remodeler
We are all tempted to purchase services and product based on price. But what does fixating on price vs value get you? Or NOT get you? Here is a story[...]
Why Truly Custom Cabinets Are Better Than Stock
A truly custom hpl cabinet unit or series of units can be created to any size, proportion, in any wood species or color. Functions such as drawer and cabinet types[...]
Witold Rybczynski on True Green – It’s Easier Than You Thought!
energy efficiency, urban, older homes, dense, restore, green,
Kids Like to Have Their Own Spaces Too
Check out this cute story of a village school in India.
The New 203K Home Improvement Loans are Here!
Our friend and Senior Editor at Remodeling Magazine, Leah Thayer, posted a comprehensive article on the new 203K home improvement loans. You can read about these loans here. […]
Prepare for Winter Now
The time to prepare your home for winter is now, before winter arrives and while your service providers still have open schedules. Cost for energy will likely go up another[...]
Myers Constructs, Inc. Applauds West Philly High School
I have been following these kids for some time. I first saw their “XCar” at the Philly Auto show about 3 years ago. From scrap parts and pure grit they[...]
Simple Solar Awning Example
I saw this solar panel awning in Indianapolis a couple of weeks ago. Its a simple application, though bulky. This building is in a nice little commercial area near high[...]
In Indianapolis, Architecture, Signage and Storytelling Combine in One Building
We saw this great wall of Indianapolis' Natural History Museum. Now that's how to get kids interested in science!
Report from progressive Asheville, Habitat for Humanity Home Center
We found a Habitat For Humanity warehouse located about 5 miles from our hotel in Asheville. […]