In recent years, the construction industry has seen a shift towards sustainable and eco-friendly building practices, and one such practice is the construction of Eco Build homes. These homes are designed to minimize the environmental impact of construction while also offering cost savings over traditional homes. In this blog post, we will explore the cost…

Custom home building can be a complex process that requires careful planning and execution. It also requires a great deal of trust on both parties see this process through. The home building process has two main approaches to this process: the traditional design-bid-build process and the design-build process. Both approaches have their place in home…

Whether we like it or not, Smart homes or Connected Houses are the future and they're here to attempt to make our lives easier, more secure, and, drum roll please, more entertaining! Imagine being able to control your home's temperature, lights, blinds, curtains, and security with just a quick tap on your smartphone, or asking…

I am one of those types of people who has a hard time paying someone else to do things which I can do myself. I enjoy trying new things and learning how to do new things. I think this is a genetic issue so I will blame it on that. Dad would agree and so…

Are you looking for a good General Contractor in the Boise or surrounding areas? Kuma, Meridian, Nampa or other areas? Finding a good general contractor can be a daunting task, especially if you're not sure where to start. But with a little bit of research and some due diligence, you can find a contractor who will…

I have a wide range of home style favorites. Within those styles you will find big and small. I think there is something fascinating about a small home where the rooms have just the right proportions of size that give it a cozy feel. Imagine sitting in a room in a comfy chair sipping a…

Design is an ever-evolving field, with new trends and styles emerging every year. I monitor design trends to help separate myself from some of the things I see being built. As a General Contractor and Designer, I think it's easy to default to what is comfortable and familiar, but I think those of us who…

Floating Vanities: The Perfect Addition to Your Bathroom Bathrooms are one of the most important rooms in a home, and renovating or updating them can greatly enhance their functionality and aesthetic. One of the most popular bathroom design trends today is the use of floating vanities. Floating vanities are vanities that are mounted on the…

OXXO’s? Multi-Slides? Bi-Folds? What are you talking about?! These are names of the different door operation types for very large exterior patio door options. It seems that design trends for outdoor living spaces have left two panel sliding doors in the dust in favor of large patio doors. Contemporary frame widths, improved thermal ratings and…

2023 Sherwin Williams Colormix Forecast Sherwin Williams will release their predictions for popular colors each year called the annual "Colormix" forecast. These colors sometimes are ahead of the game and really help you envision new possibilities for rooms in your existing home or future home. You can check out the 2023 Sherwin Williams Colormix forecast…

Building a home is a dream come true for many people. It’s a long-term investment, not only in terms of money but also time. It is important to understand that building a home is not a quick and simple process, and it can take several months or even years to complete. In this blog post,…

Table of Contents Construction Drawings Drawing Scales Annotations, Abbreviations, and Symbols Detailed Specifications Additional Pages Communication Conclusion Construction Drawings Construction drawings are the visual representation of the project and provide crucial information about the layout, dimensions, and design of the building. Key elements of construction drawings include floor…