Finding Value in Remodeling

By |2023-06-30T11:21:18-07:00May 3rd, 2017|CTA Consultation|

One of the biggest obstacles to remodeling for many folks is the expense. Unfortunately, the alternatives can be even more expensive, both short-term and long-term. Moving vs. remodeling: Leaving the memories behind Many of our prospective clients are trying to decide between remodeling and moving to a house that better matches their wants and needs.

Relationships for Your Home

By |2017-02-20T19:35:07-08:00February 20th, 2017|CTA Consultation|

There are tons of good relationships to make in College Station. We'd be happy to help start some! Professional relationships are important. Most of us have a doctor that we trust. There are relationships that are important for your home as well. At Stearns Design Build we are committed to maintaining long term relationships

Carbon Reduction Checklist

By |2017-01-20T19:39:04-08:00January 20th, 2017|CTA Consultation|

[et_pb_section bb_built="1"][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.2"] Appliances        Buy energy star appliances.        Use a solar dryer (clothesline.)        Know what you want and where it is before you open the refrigerator.        Use a carafe coffee system rather a burner system (better coffee and less energy.)        Better yet make your own cold brew

The Dangers of Heating Elements

By |2016-05-30T13:29:13-07:00May 30th, 2016|CTA Consultation|

Image credit: Goodhousekeeping.com Recently, Remodeling Magazine wrote a piece on how to build a drawer with a built in plug so that hair dryers could stay plugged in.  They received a storm of responses from good contractors letting them know how unsafe it is to leave appliances with heating elements plugged in.  Here

Anyone Can Build a Deck… Right?

By |2016-05-17T13:32:34-07:00May 17th, 2016|CTA Consultation|

In terms of carpentry, decks are relatively simple. However, that does not mean than anyone should build a deck.  We see a lot of poorly built decks, many of which create a good deal of damage even beyond the deck itself.  We have all heard of those tragic events of a deck or balcony failing,

THE NATURE OF YOUR HOME

By |2016-04-27T14:07:30-07:00April 27th, 2016|CTA Consultation|

A connection to nature inspires happiness.  Simply having access to natural settings can create health and happiness. These seemingly subjective tree-hugging proclamations have a significant amount of science backing them up. Hospitals now focus on restorative landscapes because they know the power of these connections in the healing process. Cities focus on creating green spaces

The Hummingbirds Have Arrived!!

By |2016-04-21T15:12:47-07:00April 21st, 2016|CTA Consultation, Happy Stuff|

The Hummingbirds have arrived!! I love the joy that I feel, and other people express, at seeing the first humming bird of the season.  I have been hearing a lot of first sightings over the last weeks, but the more observant have been seeing them for a little longer here in Bryan and College Station. 

Why Reviews Are Important to Stearns Design Build

By |2016-03-04T16:02:02-08:00March 4th, 2016|CTA Consultation|

The reviews we receive at Stearns Design Build are crucial for our continued growth. Through these opportunities for review, our clients are given a voice.  With this voice, they are able to tell us about their overall experience with Stearns Design Build.  We take this valuable information very seriously and are always actively working so

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