Many houses stand on large plots of land that can be challenging to manage. The addition of a small cottage or granny flat can have numerous benefits, as long as it’s planned correctly.
It can be used to house elderly relatives, or it can be rented out to generate extra income. Use it as an office, saving time and money on a commute.
A successful remodeling project begins with choosing the reliable contractor. The right contractor will understand exactly what is expected, use the best materials and constructions methods and complete the job on time and at a fair price. The following checklist will be helpful in ensuring the job is put in the hands of the best contractor:
The Way Things Were This client came to us as a referral from a friend who lives in their neighborhood. This client also happens to be the President of the Homeowner’s Association, which we hope will bring us more business in the area. The Goals of the Project This husband and wife do a fair amount of traveling for business and always enjoy the amenities and features of bathrooms typically found in higher end hotels. They asked our team to work with them to design and create a new Master Bath that would allow them to enjoy all of the five star comfort in their own home. The clients also shared that they are on the cusp of retirement and considering downsizing in 5 or so years and wanted to update the Master Bath in anticipation of downsizing. Their existing bathroom was very typical of many high end homes built during the 1990’s. It was boring!! Continue reading
Do you love your bathroom? Your bathroom is probably your first stop in the morning and your last stop before hopping into bed at night. Our bathrooms are important, still we might not give them the appreciation they deserve because we think of them as a quick-in, quick-out pitstop. Here are a few simple remodeling ideas for elegant bathroom makeovers.
You can transform your bathroom into a luxury spa, a Saturday night sanctuary, or simply a beautiful space for your morning and evening routines. Here are a few ideas to help you get started.
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Cheryl and Brian Martin receive 2012 CotY award from Mark Glidden
We’re happy to share that it was a clean sweep at the Contractor of the Year (CotY) awards ceremony for the Master’s Design Build Group. We won CotY awards for every project we entered in the Bucks-Mont chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) CotY competition. During the “Evening of Excellence” awards ceremony on January 27th, our team was honored with 3 CotY awards for: Addition Under $100,000, Kitchen from $40,000 to $80,000 and Kitchen from $80,000 to $120,000. Two of these award-winning projects also won the Regional CotY competition and are in the running for National awards. Continue reading
Cabinetry is without question the most prominent consideration in any kitchen remodel and also plays an important role in nearly every bathroom remodel. When choosing new cabinets for your kitchen or bath there are many things to consider including construction, style, quality, materials, color, and price. One element seldom researched however is the reputation, values and quality of the company manufacturing the cabinets. Continue reading
Choosing to invest in remodeling your Kitchen or Bathroom is almost always a smart move. Not only does a new Kitchen or Bath add beauty, personality, and functionality to your home, it can also add to the resale value and increase interest when you decide to sell it. Real Estate experts nationally as well as locally in Montgomery and Bucks County estimate that up to 80%-90% of the remodel / makeover investment in upgrading these rooms is recouped when you sell the home. Plus you get to enjoy it until you do so. Continue reading
