How to Choose a Contractor

By |2012-01-12T19:28:20-08:00January 12th, 2012|CTA Consultation|

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.

Proper Siding Replacement

By |2012-01-09T16:15:44-08:00January 9th, 2012|CTA Consultation|

Stearns Design Build replacing siding in Bryan / College Station. There are those who suggest saving money in the short run by putting new siding over old.  This is not a good idea.  It provides a poor substrate and the old nails are worn and weak.  The old, poorly attached siding will cause

More Kitchen Storage Creativity

By |2011-12-05T18:25:48-08:00December 5th, 2011|CTA Consultation|

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

By |2011-11-30T16:23:17-08:00November 30th, 2011|CTA Consultation|

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

By |2011-11-29T16:41:15-08:00November 29th, 2011|CTA Consultation|

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!

Transforming and Tailoring Unused Front Yards

By |2011-11-18T16:28:19-08:00November 18th, 2011|CTA Consultation|

Home remodel in Bryan / College Station, by Stearns Design Build. Adding walkways and a garden is a great way to take advatage of unused yard. Front yards for most houses are leftover, almost unclaimed space. This is due to the lack of distinction between the public areas of the street and sidewalk

Tailoring Homes and Communities (Part 2)

By |2011-11-16T17:03:41-08:00November 16th, 2011|CTA Consultation|

Custom home in Bryan / College Station, by Stearns Design Build. Creating a sense of community is something we strive for everyday.  So far this week we’ve discussed the need to tailor our rooms, our overall homes, and our communities. Here are some suggestions about ways to tailor, and the benefits of tailoring.

Tailoring Homes and Communities

By |2011-11-15T16:45:19-08:00November 15th, 2011|CTA Consultation|

Custom home in Bryan / College Station, by Stearns Design Build. Creating a sense of community is something we strive for everyday.  Yesterday’s blog highlighted the importance of tailoring our homes to our needs. Part of this involves focusing on the quality not quantity of space for all aspects of a home, including

Tailoring Rooms for Functionality & Comfort

By |2011-11-14T17:57:16-08:00November 14th, 2011|CTA Consultation|

Kitchen remodel in Bryan / College Station, by Stearns Design Build. A compact kitchen that makes the space avalible even bigger. When designing a custom home or an addition, bigger isn’t always better. This is also true for home remodeling that involves reconfiguring spaces. When your home is tailored to your needs, it

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