Aging in Place: Bathroom Remodel

By |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

The Importance of Home Maintenance

By |2019-09-17T13:24:29-07:00September 17th, 2019|Happy Stuff|

We are excited to announce a new division of Stearns Design Build, Stearns Home-Care. As remodelers, on a daily basis, we see the impact of a lack of maintenance. Often homeowners just don’t know how to do the maintenance. Other times they are busy professionals that don’t have time. The most troubling is when we

Increasing Your Homes Value

By |2022-09-09T11:59:47-07:00September 11th, 2019|Happy Stuff|

When you decide to remodel your bathroom, you breathe fresh life into your home. You begin your mornings in a bathroom you designed and love. According to Remodeling’s “Cost vs. Value” 2022 report,  bathroom remodels can recoup around 53% to 58% of the cost put into the project.  In addition, you

Maximizing Curb Appeal

By |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

Blue-tiful Kitchen

By |2019-08-20T09:29:28-07:00August 20th, 2019|Happy Home Blog|

"Stearns did an excellent job and our kitchen turned out better than I could have dreamed. We had been overwhelmed by all the potential choices before we engaged Stearns, and we found their design services to be hugely helpful. I was especially impressed by their professionalism. They told us exactly what everything would cost and

Mastering Color in Residential Remodeling

By |2019-03-08T10:21:03-08:00March 8th, 2019|Happy Home Blog|

My name is Hugh. But today we will be talking about color so, today, I am Hue: a person of color.  The color palette is such a powerful and unifying element in interior design that it is to a where we start. In the process of guiding clients through selections and interior design, we start

Speaking to Your Home

By |2019-01-14T10:53:24-08:00January 14th, 2019|Happy Home Blog|

I have always advised those who seek to build a home to camp on the land at least once, and through the course of a year if possible, before embarking on design. “let the land speak to you,” I advise. And the same is true of those who have bought a home and want to

6 Reason to Consider Us for Your Next Remodeling Project

By |2018-12-04T08:52:32-08:00December 4th, 2018|Happy Home Blog|

Because your home is your family’s sanctuary, finding the right remodeler is almost as important as finding the right family doctor. We might be the right company to provide care for your home. Here are five key reasons why our clients have chosen us.   1. Project Management Clean projects with a focus on dust

5 Tips for Planning Your Kitchen Remodel Budget

By |2022-07-22T08:09:41-07:00October 3rd, 2018|CTA Consultation|

Creating a plan for a kitchen remodel can be stressful and overwhelming. Aside from figuring out exactly how you want your space to look, and working around a budget, you must also make a lot of selections to create your masterpiece. How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen? An updated kitchen adds more

Kitchen Remodeling Tips: Choosing the Right Sink

By |2022-09-30T12:59:01-07:00September 5th, 2018|CTA Consultation|

When designing a kitchen remodel, many clients forget about the kitchen sink's importance. Most kitchen work involves sinks, from prepping to the last washed pot. Sinks add to the aesthetic appeal of your kitchen and, of course, are functional. So, for your kitchen remodeling plans, make sure to find a sink that fulfills both

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