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During the 1960s, George Jetson, his wife Jane, daughter Judy and son Elroy lived in a futuristic space pod where everything was automated. Today, that cartoon scenario is closer to reality than ever. You may not be able to live exactly like the Jetsons, but it is possible to automate and regulate quite a bit, […]

Your home is more than just a roof over your head – it’s a sanctuary. A comfortable home is imperative to feeling secure and happy in your life. Pre-designed homes are necessary at certain life stages, but when we reach a specific level of financial stability, a custom designed home can inspire a sense of personal comfort […]

Just like an investment or major decision, it can be nerve-wracking to take the plunge into designing a custom home. Before you sign on the dotted line with any contractor or designer, it’s important to evaluate every aspect of your future design and building process, to make sure it’s the right decision for you. Here […]

Designing a home is a constantly evolving process. It’s taking a small idea and nurturing it into life. No two home designs are alike, and the challenge of crafting a new home design is what I find most inspiring. That being said, there’s a lot to take into account when starting the home design process. […]

Just like any other investment or major decision, it can be nerve-wracking to take the plunge into a home renovation. Before you sign on the dotted line with any contractor or designer, it’s important to evaluate every aspect of your future design and building process, to make sure it’s the right decision for you. Here […]

Solar panels allow homeowners and businesses to harness the power of the sun to produce electricity. Back in the day, solar energy was prohibitively expensive. Solar panels were pricey, and the solar arrays themselves were inefficient at producing energy, which translated to even more expense. Today’s solar panels are both less expensive and more efficient, […]

Back in the day, living off the grid was strictly limited to survivalists and remote rural areas. Primitive living conditions with few human comforts were the norm. Today, living off the grid is much more mainstream. With the proper off-the-grid setup, it is possible to operate household appliances and even heating, ventilation and air conditioning […]

Perhaps the biggest advantage to building a custom home is that the design and construction are done to your precise specifications. Along with determining a budget, building a custom home requires considering these five factors: design, location, energy efficiency, local requirements and long-term livability. Working out these factors in advance can help ensure that the […]