When planning a new build or renovation, understanding your property rights is one of the most important steps you can take. Even when you’ve followed every rule and submitted all the correct paperwork, misunderstandings or complaints can delay your project—and cost you time and money. A Real Example: The Ash Cape Project When designing the…
Are you getting ready to paint during your home renovation? If so, the first thing you are considering is the paint color, and I have some color selection tips & tricks for you, so here we go! Long and short, paint selection can be fun and frustrating at the same time. Remember that it’s a…
One of the biggest questions is, “How much does it cost to build a home?” Setting expectations right before settling into a project and getting in over your head. Getting in over your head looks like this: You’ve poured the foundation, started the framing, purchased the plumbing fixtures and appliances, and all your dreams come…
Preparing for a home renovation is an exciting step—but it can quickly become overwhelming without a clear plan. The key to a successful remodel is organization and staying ahead of your builder’s questions. Why? Because when builders are waiting on your decisions, projects stall. And when they stall, your crew often moves to another site,…
When your builder gives you an official start date for your renovation or new construction project, that date represents a tremendous amount of behind-the-scenes work. Permits have been secured, subcontractors have been scheduled, materials have been sourced, and dozens of logistical steps have fallen into place. Once construction begins, your ability to stay ahead of…
From a custom architecture and interior design project to a shoppable online home plan product, the Oak Colonial is an actual case study in translating client taste to a broader audience.
When it comes to building a house, one of the most important steps is finalizing your materials list early in the design process. Too often, homeowners get caught up in the excitement of finding land or designing layouts, and they underestimate the complexity of deciding on every single material and finish that will go into…
Homes built before the 1980s often separated the kitchen and dining room, creating divided, compartmentalized living spaces. Today, homeowners want connection, openness, and easy entertaining. Whether we’re redesigning an older home or crafting a new build, we intentionally design the kitchen and dining room to complement one another—both functionally and aesthetically. The Shift Toward Social,…
I get it; it’s intimidating thinking about starting a construction project. Some clients will push back their projects for many years due to the impending hurdles. Others move forward headstrong and hit financial and logistical barriers; some give up and buy a spec house. With Amy Dutton Unfold, we are bringing the concept that you…
Are you interested in building a new construction home? While every project is custom and brings its own unique circumstances, we will use the Steel Modern Farmhouse from Amy Dutton Home as an example. After getting the initial price from the builder, we edited the house plans to keep the cost down by designing a…