Recent Project: Private Courtyard
Take a look at one of our recently completed projects!
The Design-Build Process
What is the Design-Build Process? How does it work? And what are its advantages? Find out in this weeks blog.
Honoring Black History Month: Ietef Vita
For Black History Month, we wanted to dedicate a weekly blog to an influential African American individual in a field related to the environment and/or building science. Sometimes championing a cause requires a unique approach, especially when reaching a younger audience. Such is the case with Ietef Vita, aka DJ Cavem (which stands for “Communicating
Windows & Concrete Sills
This is part of a project we recently completed on Hugh Stearns' personal home -- Take a look at the pictures!
Indoor meets Outdoor: Screened-in Porches
Screened in porch in Bryan / College Station, by Stearns Design Build. The perfect hang out spot. Adding a screened-in porch to your home is a great way to bring fresh air, daylight, and natural views into your daily living. Here are some things to keep in mind when dreaming up your porch!LocationIf
How to Choose a Contractor
We at Stearns Design Build will be more than happy to answer any questions. Eight key points that will help you select the right contractor for you and your remodeling project.Professional Standing: A good place to start when considering a contractor is their professional standing. Find out what professional organizations they belong to.
More Kitchen Storage Creativity
This blog builds upon the kitchen de-cluttering ideas we've already discussed, and will hopefully get you geared up for finding those underutilized areas of your kitchen that can be harnessed for maximum functionality. Even if you have a large kitchen, these ideas can help keep it open, organized, and original.
Outdoor Kitchens: Adding to the Basics
Begin your outdoor kitchen by creating cooking and food prep areas. With these elements plus an outdoor seating or dining area, you’re all set to enjoy a meal in the outdoors. Here are some other things you might consider adding to your outdoor kitchen to expand its usefulness!
Outdoor Kitchens: Start with the Basics
An outdoor kitchen is a great addition to your home. In the summer months, cooking outdoors allows you to decrease extra cooling loads on your air conditioning that comes from heat created in your kitchen (from turning on the oven, etc). Outdoor kitchens also provide a great transitions space that connects you and your home to your surrounding environment. Outdoor kitchens can be as useful and unique as their indoor counterparts—it’s all up to what you choose to include in the design!
Creating a Herb Garden in Your Kitchen
Have you thought about adding a small herb garden to your kitchen? This can be an easy way to add live plants to your green kitchen design, bringing in function, uniqueness, and wonderful aromas.
