Using modeling software to help clients compare and contrast design elements and help the design evolve. More
Our team of judges pored over 340 entries in the 2008 Remodeling Design awards to select 21 winners that represent the highest standards of design and excellence. More
Describing the impetus for her company's Pipeline Report, Debra Moore, owner of Custom Design/Build, in Ann Arbor, Mich., says, “What I wanted was something that provided a quick snapshot of our cash flow and upcoming jobs.” More
Imagine a world where you can set up private showrooms for your clients online; no client ever disputes who ordered what; a change order takes three minutes to put in place instead of three days; and you have more time to manage construction instead of conversations. More
Debra Moore, owner of Custom Design/Build, Ann Arbor, Mich., says, “People think design is an expensive, fru-fru thing. What we try to tell them is that it's just a fancy word for planning.” Moore spends time “demystifying the process” for clients with a three-hour home and lifestyle analysis ó “11/2 hours listening and asking questions and 11/2 hours educating,” she says. More
One advantage to the homeowner is the added peace of mind that comes from knowing we have the financial strength and stability to implement their project's entire financing process. More
When it comes to sales, Bill Simone of Custom Design + Construction leaves nothing to chance. From the initial call forward, the Los Angeles remodeler sets a sales system in motion to guide his ideal customer to a signed contract. More
