Having the opportunity to build a custom home means you have the freedom to include all the upgrades for your new build, or incorporate the things you want when you are renovating. Making sure your home will be energy efficient can save you big time dollars in the long run, and it never hurts to …
Buying a home is such a rush. It is a huge commitment, but can also be very rewarding at the same time. Once you’ve signed on the dotted line and have the keys in hand, it’s time to make it your own! But before you get started with your dream renovation check out this list …
Asking your architect the right questions can be the key to success when starting the process of building a custom home or beginning a custom home renovation. Choosing the right architect can make or break the outcome of your project; the two of you are going to be communicating quite often, so it is important …
Mudrooms are an essential part of the home in many areas of the country. While the name doesn’t exactly exude glamor, it doesn’t mean mudrooms have to be a place in the home that you ignore, while piling your cold weather gear into heaps on the floor. We’ll give you a few ideas on how …
Pantries are like the motor vehicles of the kitchen. They come in all different shapes and sizes, some designed more for function and some designed more for fashion. They can vary in color, dimension, capacity, and feature varying options for upgrades. The growing trend in custom home design, both new construction and minor remodels, is …
Memphis In May Festival Bringing the World to Memphis….and Memphis to the World! This month-long event brings education, fun, music and BBQ to the Bluff City. Enjoy tunes from classic artists as well as today’s radio stars at the Beale Street Music Festival May 4-6. This festival showcases musicians from every music style imaginable. Artist this …
Kitchens are not only are the heart of the home, but the heart of home design in recent years. Changes in design over the last five years have made kitchens not only more functional, but more open to the rest of the home. When redesigning a home or building a new home, kitchen design should …
Color Diversity: Neutral colors still dominate, but builders and buyers are looking to diversify those tones away from just creams and beiges. As such, we’re seeing more grays and blues, but still in muted, warm versions. Grays: Still, expect to see darker grays popping up more, as well, just as we’ve seen on the home’s interior. Some …
Memphis is well known for its cultural contributions to the identity of the American south and BBQ cuisine. One of the largest celebrations the city has is Memphis in May, which promotes the city’s heritage and is comprised of four smaller events including the Beale Street Music Festival; International Week; the World Championship Barbecue Cooking …
The excitement of having a home built for you is tempered by the unfamiliarity of the financing. Here are the basics of home construction loans for when you’re ready to get a mortgage for building your next home in the Memphis area. Construction-to-Permanent: You borrow to pay for construction. When you move in, the lender converts …