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Aging in Place: A Thoughtful Modern Remodel in Bryan, Texas

By |2026-02-16T13:41:29-08:00October 8th, 2024|Happy Home Blog|

At Stearns Design Build, we recently had the privilege of working with a lovely couple in the Shirewood Neighborhood in Bryan, Texas. They were thrilled to transform their home to be more accessible for aging in place while bringing a fresh, modern touch to their space. With some health challenges in mind, they

Big Cedar Estates Remodeling Project

By |2024-04-22T11:45:30-07:00April 19th, 2024|Projects|

This project, located in Big Cedar Estates in College Station, was built in 1998 as a traditional farmhouse-style home. The house has remained unchanged over the years, and our clients were ready to update. Their main objective is to give the house a modern touch while preserving its original style. Additionally, they are

Why You Should Consider an Induction Cooktop for your Kitchen

By |2025-09-22T07:14:13-07:00September 28th, 2023|Projects|

For years, the battle between gas and electric cooktops has dominated the world of kitchen appliances. Choosing between them has been the source of much debate, with die-hard fans on both sides. The reality, though, is that both have their strengths and weaknesses. But now, there is a new contender in the cooking

Ways To Make Your Home A Happier Place

By |2023-01-30T06:54:48-08:00November 3rd, 2020|Happy Home Blog|

Here at Stearns, our goal is to create a space that puts our clients at ease, allowing them to feel comfortable and happy in their homes. Your home should reflect your personality, while simultaneously functioning as the home base and happy place for you and your family.  Enter our company slogan: “We Design and

The Importance of Home Maintenance During Covid-19

By |2021-12-09T12:04:16-08:00July 20th, 2020|Happy Home Blog|

2020 in America. As you know, we’re living in unprecedented times that are wildly and certainly unpredictable. The unforeseen COVID-19 pandemic has drastically affected the lives of everyone here in the United States and around the world, while forcibly changing the way our society functions—at least for the time being. Due to the urgency of

COVID-19 & Aging In Place

By |2020-05-01T09:12:04-07:00May 1st, 2020|Happy Home Blog|

We are just beginning to see the negative effect of COVID-19 in nursing homes all around the country. For now and for the foreseeable future, things don’t look too good for older folks; they are dying from COVID-19 at significantly higher rates than younger individuals. Furthermore, when living in a retirement community or nursing home,

Time To Renovate!

By |2020-04-15T09:39:55-07:00April 15th, 2020|Happy Home Blog|

We can all agree, life has thrown us some curveballs this year.  We have been home for a few weeks due to COVID-19 and it is making us a little stir-crazy. At Stearns Design Build, we are all about happiness. Our purpose is to design and build happiness, which is our tagline. For us, this

Thyme to Grow: Planter Boxes

By |2020-04-03T09:15:03-07:00April 3rd, 2020|Happy Home Blog|

During these uncertain and challenging times, we’ve been thinking of creative + functional ways to serve you. We have decided to make planter boxes for all of your gardening needs + seeds.  During both World Wars, the government educated people on how to garden, from tilling soil and sowing seeds to harvesting and preserving crops,

Get your DIY Project Started Now with Stearns!

By |2020-04-01T06:48:05-07:00April 1st, 2020|Happy Home Blog|

Are you working on a DIY home project? We want to help! During these uncertain and challenging times, we’ve been thinking of creative + functional ways to serve you.  We are now offering virtual consultations for your DIY projects. Some projects may include: patching drywall, installing plank flooring, repointing mortar, air sealing, replacing siding & rotten

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