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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

The Road To Stearns Custom Homes

By |2022-11-09T08:26:16-08:00December 13th, 2021|Projects|

In 1993, I graduated from Texas A&M with a degree in Psychology. Waiting to start graduate school the following year, I started taking on remodeling jobs. Having worked my way through college as a carpenter, this was familiar territory for me. Soon I had a couple of guys working for me and a fair

What Does Home Mean to You?

By |2015-08-06T18:35:18-07:00August 6th, 2015|CTA Consultation, Projects|

Stearns Design Build has a big vision. As our tag line says, “we design and build happiness.” Specifically we do this within the context of the home. The home is the space that each person identifies as her/his own. It is not public. Home is where we go to find solace, familiarity, safety and hopefully

The Sensual Home

By |2023-01-30T07:48:15-08:00August 15th, 2012|CTA Consultation|

Last week we talked about the Transitions theory of design that helps connect a home, and the people in it, to natural and community environments beyond. This week we want to bring the focus inward and talk about the sensual home. A well designed home will engage all of our senses.

Indoor meets Outdoor: Screened-in Porches

By |2012-01-27T20:12:27-08:00January 27th, 2012|CTA Consultation|

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

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