College Station Remodeling

From Bottleneck to Better Flow: The Design Flaws Slowing Down Your Day

By |2025-06-24T08:06:19-07:00June 16th, 2025|The Business of Happy Homes Blog|

From Bottleneck to Better Flow: The Design Flaws Slowing Down Your Day There's no feeling more frustrating than the one that bubbles up when coming home to a mound of dirty laundry in a too-tight space, mail piled so high it's slipping off the table, or a kitchen overflowing with stuffed drawers. These design flaws

Maximizing Thermal Mass for Year-Round Comfort

By |2025-06-27T08:28:27-07:00May 20th, 2025|CTA Consultation|

In a previous post, we explored the benefits of using thermal mass inside a home to address the unique challenges of Bryan and College Station's hot and humid climate. This time, let's dive deeper into how specific design choices—like fireplaces, rock walls, and additional indoor elements—can enhance your home's efficiency and beauty throughout the

6 Ways to Make Your Bathroom Bigger

By |2025-05-15T15:11:55-07:00May 15th, 2025|The Business of Happy Homes Blog|

6 Ways to Make Your Bathroom Bigger Bathrooms symbolize many aspects of our lives. They contain the hectic energy of getting ready in the morning, the relaxing temptations of a warm bubble bath, and the quiet solitude of reading the back of a shampoo bottle- well, you know when. The sad truth is that if

5 Steps to Take Before Starting a Kitchen Remodel in Bryan & College Station

By |2025-03-25T12:38:36-07:00March 24th, 2025|CTA Consultation|

Renovating your kitchen is an exciting but complex project that requires thoughtful planning. If you’re considering a kitchen remodel in Bryan & College Station, working with an experienced design-build firm like Stearns Design Build can help you avoid common pitfalls and ensure a smooth renovation process. Before you grab a sledgehammer and start tearing

Smart Choices for Bathroom Flooring

By |2025-02-13T13:42:16-08:00January 30th, 2025|CTA Consultation|

Tile may be the traditional bathroom choice for most, but it’s not the only flooring type that performs well in a wet environment. Like any other flooring, bathroom flooring should be chosen with style, durability, and comfort in mind. A bathroom floor must be able to handle moisture and humidity from daily use and the appearance of sudden leaks.

Thermal Mass in Hot Humid Climates

By |2024-10-10T06:59:22-07:00September 22nd, 2024|CTA Consultation|

Living in Bryan and College Station's hot, humid climate brings unique design and construction challenges. One such challenge is the traditional use of thermal mass walls, which, while beautiful, don’t work as well in our local environment. However, with a few adjustments, we can still take advantage of this design approach. What is

Gibb Estates Bathroom Remodel

By |2025-06-27T08:25:30-07:00July 26th, 2024|Projects|

At Stearns Design Build, we pride ourselves on creating spaces that foster a deep connection to nature, enhancing the health and well-being of our clients. This remodeling project, located in Gibb Estates in College Station, embodies this philosophy, focusing on the primary bathroom of a cherished client's home. By leveraging our Transcendence approach

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