In-House Design

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Flights of Fancy: How Moving a Staircase Breathed Light Into a Century-Old Rowhouse

(VIDEO) Kube Architecture had to gut an entire rowhouse on N Street in Georgetown in order to move a staircase and install a magnificent skylight. The result is a light-filled contemporary home. More

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Retracting the Retainer

In response to the price-shopping, budget conscious consumers in its market, one remodeling company temporarily stops charging design fees to remain competitive. More

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Beyond Beauty: Whole-House Remodel in Washington, D.C.

A 100-year-old row house gets a makeover, opening up the cramped interior to admit fresh air and light. More

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Paslode CapStapler Housewrap Stapling System

Designed to save time and money on the jobsite, the CapStapler Housewrap Stapling System (model CS150) features a patented button cap design that protects against tearing and water damage. More

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Q&A: How Has the Recession Affected Your Design Department?

Recession leads remodelers to new ways of using a design staff, such as sharing designer subcontractors with other remodleing companies. More

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Outdoor Living Spaces

There are more ways for your clients to take advantage of the outdoors than a traditional deck off the back of the house. More

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Modernist Makeover With International Flair

Ten years ago, when S+H Construction, of Cambridge, Mass., renovated the exterior of this house, the homeowners' choice of peach paint stood out in a sea of conservative grays and browns in the Harvard Square neighborhood. More

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HammerSmith Company Profile

Warner McConaugheyís drive and strong design/build program serve Atlantaís upper-end remodeling market well. More

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Bringing Design In-House Can Improve Client Experience and Your Bottom Line

Hiring full-time designers can not only improve the client experience but give a boost to your bottom line as well. During the last decade, especially as public awareness of the design/build model has continued to grow, many remodelers have decided to make design a major part of their company's service offering. More

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Dramatic renovation transforms European cottage

Perched on a high hill in Greenwich, Conn., this beautiful property finally has a house worthy of its location.The original house was large but lacked presence. Though the architect's first thought at seeing the 1958 house was that it should be torn down, the owner liked the U-shaped floor plan that embraces an entry courtyard, and wanted to upgrade the original French style. More

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