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Discover insightful tips and trends in home remodeling through our College Station Remodeling Blog. Stearns Design Build brings you expert advice and inspiration for your renovation journey. Transform your space with innovative ideas and professional guidance.

What Is Multi-Sensory Home Design and Why It Matters

By |2026-01-30T14:09:33-08:00January 30th, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

Last week we talked about the Transitions theory of design that helps connect a home, and the people in it, to natural and community environments beyond. This week we want to bring the focus inward and talk about the sensual home. A well designed home will engage all of our senses.

Why Natural Light Matters in Home Design

By |2026-01-28T12:37:30-08:00January 27th, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

Why Natural Light Matters in Home Design Natural light in home design refers to the intentional use of sunlight to shape how a home feels and functions. In residential spaces, natural light influences mood, comfort, and daily rhythms. When incorporated thoughtfully, it supports well-being and helps a home feel calm, welcoming, and restorative.   What

How Spray Foam Insulation Affects Energy Efficiency and Building Performance

By |2026-01-27T09:19:46-08:00January 23rd, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

There are those who will swear that spray foam insulation is the panacea for energy efficiency in home construction. Most of these people want to sell you spray foam insulation. We use spray foam insulation in most of our custom homes and in some remodeling projects. We think that it is a very effective product in the right application, even though it has some significant negative issues.

How Home Addition Planning Shapes Long-Term Livability and Performance

By |2026-01-22T14:39:25-08:00January 21st, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

How Home Addition Planning Shapes Long-Term Livability and Performance Home addition planning determines how well new space integrates with your home, supports daily life, and performs over time. A successful addition is not defined by size alone. It depends on how privacy, accessibility, efficiency, flexibility, and natural connection are addressed early in the planning process.

How Home Maintenance Systems Protect Your House Over Time

By |2026-01-21T06:01:31-08:00January 15th, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

How Home Maintenance Systems Protect Your House Over Time Home maintenance systems work together to protect a house from moisture damage, mechanical failure, safety risks, and premature wear. These systems include water management, mechanical equipment, safety controls, and exterior interfaces. When they are maintained as a whole, rather than in isolation, they help a home

Kitchen Remodel Planning: What to Know Before You Begin

By |2026-01-14T08:04:56-08:00January 14th, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

Kitchen Remodel Planning: What to Know Before You Begin Kitchen remodel planning helps homeowners avoid unnecessary stress, cost overruns, and disruptions during construction. A successful remodel depends on thoughtful preparation, realistic expectations, and clear decision-making before any work begins. When planning is handled correctly, the result is a kitchen that functions better, lasts longer, and

Why Mood Boards Matter in Your Remodel

By |2026-01-13T08:45:15-08:00January 13th, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

Why Mood Boards Matter in Your Remodel Mood boards are visual tools that help homeowners translate ideas into a clear design direction. In homes, they affect communication, confidence, and how cohesive the final space feels. When mood boards are used intentionally during a remodel, they reduce confusion, support better selections, and help create spaces that

What Are Transitions in Home Design and Why They Matter

By |2026-01-08T08:01:54-08:00January 8th, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

What Are Transitions in Home Design and Why They Matter Transitions in home design describe how people move between spaces, nature, and daily life within a home. In residential design, these transitions influence how connected, present, and restored occupants feel. When considered intentionally, transitions shape a home into a place that supports well-being, comfort, and

Modern Contemporary Home Renovation

By |2026-01-07T13:03:34-08:00January 6th, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

Modern Contemporary Home Renovation This modern contemporary home renovation addressed the visual heaviness, inefficient layouts, and underutilized spaces typical of many late 1990s homes. Through guided planning and intentional design decisions, we helped the homeowners unify eight interior rooms, improve daily functionality, and replace wasted square footage with solutions that support how they actually live. The

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