What Architects & Designers Are Specifying in...
March 31, 2026
From minimalist cable systems to sculptural statements, explore how railing design is shaping architecture in 2026, and what designers are specifying now.
Making the Most of Mountain Views
October 29, 2018
Nestled in the Colorado Rockies within a national forest, the Moss Rock home in Evergreen, Colorado is truly a “home with a view.” To optimize the expansive vistas from the property, which sits at an elevation of 8,500 feet, architect John Newcomer...
Traditional + Contemporary = Transitional Design
September 28, 2018
One of the more interesting outcomes of home design websites like Houzz, Coco Lapine Design, Martha Stewart, Nora Schneider, to name a few, is an inevitable mash-up of design styles. Consider transitional home design, for...
‘Secret Weapon’ Helps Turn Boardwalk Into Major...
August 30, 2018
Kevin Kimmes remembers that night in Oconomowoc like it was yesterday. The Wisconsin lake town of 16,004 was wrestling with a major civic improvement – a rebuild of their beloved but dilapidated shoreline boardwalk on neighboring Lake Fowler. Kimmes...
Outdoor Trends – Small Gardens, Big on Style
August 16, 2018
Small gardens are trending and that’s great news for weekend gardeners and those with limited space and time. Not only are small gardens easier to maintain than larger gardens, but they can bring new life to decks, patios and terraces while also...
Illuminate the View with Deck Lighting
August 2, 2018
According to a recent study by the Appraisal Institute, exterior home improvements are more likely to provide a greater return on investment for homeowners than interior renovations. When it comes to outdoor home improvement projects, updating...
Multiply Gold by Building Green
July 26, 2018
If you think a LEED-certified building is all about sustainability, think again. For many commercial and residential real estate pros, it’s the financial case for LEED that gets them excited. Energy conservation and other green goals are...
