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Check out what’s happening with Myers Constructs as well as the latest news and trends in home renovation.
Don’t Need a Full Remodel? Consider a MiniMakeOver™
Most people call us for full-service kitchens, bathrooms, whole-house makeovers or additions. But what you may not realize is that we offer another option: the MiniMakeOver™. While these projects vary widely based on individual homeowner needs, they can include the following: Swapping out dated sinks, countertops, fixtures, toilets and cabinet hardware with new, long-lasting items that won't look dated in just a few years Freshening up paint and wallpapers Installing new, stylish lighting Installing new flooring, appliances, and the new backsplash tile you always wanted Refinishing/repainting cabinet doors, and reinstalling them with new handles and knobs Typically, these projects are appropriate for newer homes (built in the 1980s or later) or in a room in an older home that was renovated to code during the past decade, but is now looking a bit dreary. (Note: It it wasn't done to code, you have to get into pricey systems corrections.) Symptoms[...]
Let There Be Light(ing)
Niche Modern is one of our favorite lighting vendors. For a limited time, you can take advantage of the great sale they're having, and we can tie your new lighting into a beautiful overhaul of your favorite room. Call us for details.
Happy December! Time to Start Planning for 2012
While you're busy preparing your holiday celebrations, entertaining and travel, it's the perfect time to take a closer look at your home and plan for the renovation projects that need to be tackled in the new year. We don't know a better way to cure the "winter doldrums" than to breathe new life into a space that you use every day. Instant quality-of-life improvement! Call us today to discuss your needs. We'll be happy to create a 2012 plan for your home.
Futuro House
Mark Gisi of Tabula Creative tabulacreative.com/ sent me this video link about the Futuro House, after we saw one in person in Greenwhich NJ on one of our recent exploration trips. video Needless to say that was a surprising sight in the middle of the flat farming country, 1600's colonial houses and bay views of South Jersey! That's Mark peeking inside the Futuro through the missing hatch. We saw these other fiberglass pod like structures on the same lot at Hancock's Marina. If anyone knows what these are called please let us know!
Check out our new Buyer’s Guide.
We've created a Buyer's Guide, and encourage visitors to check it out. You can find it under the ABOUT US drop-down menu just beneath the banner on any page, or click here.
Fireplace Season Begins — Are You Prepared?
Chilly evenings call for cozy fires. It's just that simple. Is your fireplace in good working order? Do you have a supply of seasoned firewood in place? This is a good time to consider installing a gas or wood-burning insert, as they can help to keep your home toasty and save on other heating costs, as well. Call us for help!
The Simple Side of Complex Design
Renowned graphic designer Paul Rand once said, “Design is so simple; that's why it is so complicated.” That quote was sent to me this morning by Mark Gisi, principal of Tabula Creative, who handles all of our marketing. We, at Myers Constructs, agree with Rand’s statement. We believe that good design is clean, organic, seamless ... and it is always a result of hard practice and discipline. A good designer not only has to “look,” but also to “see” what the proper solutions should be. This reminds me of a thought-provoking article I read recently about Steve Jobs and how Buddhism influenced his products and business approach at Apple. Jobs was very serious about Buddhism. He would go to monasteries for weeks at a time to meditate, which would essentially “reboot” his brain, in order to keep it clear. The author connected how this practice of clearing and uncluttering the[...]
Programmable Thermostats = Cool Savings
People who work with our fake rolex company know we understand the value of great design. That's why our marketing pro, Mark Gisi, shared this article with me today. He knew I would appreciate both the design and utility of the Nest Programmable Thermostat. The real clincher to the story was this: “… he discovered that 10 million thermostats are sold every year. Meanwhile, only 6% of programmable thermostats are actually programmed, even though a programmed thermostat can save 30-40% in heating and cooling costs. That’s was clearly a serious design problem.” These savings are why we insist on programmable thermostats when we install new HVAC systems in the homes we renovate. Everyone at our company knows I am the least technically proficient person on the team. I can’t program my TV remote, but I ALWAYS program my own home's thermostats. Of course, a product this sleek and user-friendly would[...]
What’s Your Top Renovation Question
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RIP, Steve Jobs
Rest in peace. Steve Jobs, 1955-2011.
