I LOVE concrete pavers. When I explain to my clients all the great things about them, all the bad things about other types of hardscaping, and the few dra...

The countertop you pick can make or break your project. Some countertop materials are gorgeous, some are blah, some are scary, some are cheap looking, some stain and scratch, and some might be better than others for your project and budget.

Choose wisely, because you w...

Due to the severe drought in the entire Western US, many cities are offering rebates to homeowners who remove grass. You might be asking yourself if you should do this.

My first response is why has the State of California not built desalinization plants long ago? Why is...

There is a reason that Great Rooms were given that name: they are both great in size (large) and they can be a great addition to a home. I personally love them when the concept works for a homeowner. And I usually use it as my standard of design for a kitchen: can I cr...

For any project, a vision (a design) is needed—if you want it to be a great project.  This is one of the main reasons to consult with a designer on a home remodel or new construction project: most homeowners are not designers and do not have the training and expertise...