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COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS: VALUE IN NEW HOMES

By info@|2019-12-11T12:26:04-08:00December 11th, 2019|Happy Home Blog|

For many years, new home buyers and builders have operated on the equation of price per square foot, which assumes that the lower the price per square foot = higher the value. We’re here to say that this could not be further from the truth. Although the price per square foot can be useful in

Green Building: Exploring the Timeline

By info@|2019-11-21T09:27:57-08:00November 21st, 2019|Happy Home Blog|

As we all know, green building has really taken shape and increased in popularity in the last few decades. Many choose to build green as a quality of life choice: to ultimately preserve our earth’s natural resources while reducing negative impacts on our environment. But WHEN did green building begin? While there are numerous definitions

The Guide to Kitchen Lighting

By info@|2022-09-16T13:17:12-07:00November 12th, 2019|Happy Home Blog|

Many say that the kitchen is the heart of the home. Not only is it a space where meals are created- it’s where friends, families, and loved ones meet to nourish their bodies and discuss their days. Now, imagine the value of the kitchen if you were to remodel it. Whether your budget

Aging in Place

By info@|2022-01-20T13:24:59-08:00October 23rd, 2019|Happy Home Blog|

Seniors are staying in their homes longer, otherwise known as aging in place. This is significantly affecting their quality of life, all while dealing with financial issues. Being at home allows seniors a higher level of independence, while also reducing the stress of individuals having to relocate. As you can imagine, a sense of connection

Food For Thought

By info@|2019-10-17T12:23:43-07:00October 17th, 2019|Happy Home Blog|

Do you want value? Of course, you do. Doesn’t everyone? But what does that mean? Value is not a fixed point. It is an equation. An often-used example in discussions of value is the fine Italian shoes that cost twice as much as a regular pair of shoes but last four times longer. The Italian

Beautiful Bathroom Remodel in Bryan, Texas

By info@|2023-10-16T16:18:16-07:00October 11th, 2019|Happy Home Blog|

Before the remodel, this bathroom was not functional at all! It was a large space that felt very crowded, so our intention was to increase the size and maximize the space. Everything in this bathroom was cramped together and let's not forget the awful phonebooth shower. (fingers crossed phonebooth showers stay in the past!) Collectively, we set

Stunning Kitchen Renovation in Bryan, Texas.

By info@|2019-10-07T12:55:00-07:00October 7th, 2019|Happy Home Blog|

What do you do when you move into a home that has a cozy kitchen that absolutely has nothing to do with your style and was designed for the previous owner? Well, you tear it out and make it your own. This kitchen went from a farm-style to an Italian-style kitchen. Plenty of storage and

Now and Then

By info@|2022-07-21T06:51:10-07:00September 20th, 2019|Happy Home Blog|

I was a young child when my family moved to the Brazos Valley in 1967 and I am infused with these clay soils. Back then, Bryan had about 30,000 residents and College Station about half that number. Presently, College Station and Bryan are the 13th-largest metropolitan area in Texas with 273,101 people combined. Bryan and

Aging in Place: Bathroom Remodel

By info@|2019-09-19T09:34:15-07:00September 19th, 2019|Happy Home Blog|

There are so many great reasons to remodel your bathroom! 1) Increase the value of your home 2) Improve energy efficiency 3) Enhance aesthetics and so much more! At Stearns Design Build, we are advocates of Aging in Place. Being at home allows seniors a higher level of independence, while also reducing the stress of

Maximizing Curb Appeal

By info@|2019-09-04T09:50:11-07:00September 4th, 2019|Happy Home Blog|

A lovely home with simple lines that are hidden by a single color of paint. This home’s existing beauty has been hidden by the improper use of color. A significant change in paint was applied to accentuate the different elements of the exterior of the home. Such as the windows, trim, and doors. A new

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