Custom home set on fifty plus acres in the country where deer and turkey were a common site during construction.  From concept to construction, a 4400 square foot all brick home with stone wall accents comes into view as you make your way down the winding driveway.  A sunken family room, a complete in-law suite with separate kitchen, garages and entrances and a large master bedroom with his and her closets are all situated on the first floor.  A custom home designed by the owners includes a very open floor plan with many windows over-looking the property. Amenities include granite counter-tops...

FAQ Home Building Q:  I have land and want to build a home, what do I do next? A: Make notes relative to the size, layouts and amenities you want in a home and seek out a reputable builder in your area.  Ask for  a meeting and a "budgetary" quote before you settle on a set of plans.  I caution new homeowners to verify the new home will fall within your budget prior to the expense of a custom set of plans.  Allow a week for a budgetary quote as every home is unique.  Beware the builder that gives you a quote at the first meeting.   Q:  I know the layout that I desire but how do I ge...

It was a common basement, serving as a glorified storage area with walk-out access. The "English Pub", described by the owner below, was a combination of water and electrical lines hanging below the floor joists and steel vertical columns supporting the floor above. The description of trim and paint colors was acknowledged by a head nod while at the same time trying to imagine a path forward for permits, walls, ceilings and code compliance. Like any project, you develop a plan and follow it and are often blind to the transformation that follows. With  the "Pub" complete and a cold beverage in ...

When the weather is nice and you would rather be outdoors a stone patio with a fireplace or fire pit is the way to go.  We turned a garden area into a display of flagstone benches, stone decking and a fire pit. Stone columns with LED lights and stainless louvers line the driveway.   [photo_gallery_wp id="8"]

The home has a garage but it's never large enough and it's often just a storage area without room for a car. Designed to sit detached from the house, I have designed and built two car and three car garages with second floor offices, apartments and finished storage areas. A mini split system installed upstairs provides quiet and efficient climate control. Designed to match the house and blend with the landscaping, it adds tremendous value to the property. [photo_gallery_wp id="2"]