Home Design to Lose Weight & Get Fit

What if the design of your home could increase your potential for success? In his book  Slim By Design author and behavioral scientist, Brian Wansink, explains how changes to your environment can change your behavior. With this approach in mind, we present some of our award-winning homes to demonstrate the best design ideas for a healthy lifestyle. … Read more

Should You Remodel? How to decide if remodeling is right for you.

Like many of life’s decisions, this one can cause sleepless nights. The financial bottom line is as significant as your readiness for change. How do you make the decision to remodel instead of moving?

Master Your Bath: Planning Decisions

The bathroom is where you prepare for the day ahead and transition for a good nights rest. The typical American spends at least an hour a day on bathroom activities. That adds up to two weeks per year, or the amount of time spent on vacation. If you are thinking of building or remodeling your bath, consider all of the options that can make it a place worthy of your time.

Inviting Entries – Guidelines for your homes first impression

It is scientifically proven that first impressions are lasting. No matter the size, the foyer or entry point is where your home will make its first impression. With thoughtful design guidelines, your foyer will make a stunning statement on your behalf

Turn Up the Heat with a Variety of Fireplace Designs for Your Home

Often identified as a family room fixture, the appeal of a fireplace is now found in throughout the home. We use intentional variety when designing and constructing elements that define a style statement for each of ours. The mantel, hearth, surround, and type of firebox all contribute to the distinctive character.

Built In Storage Ideas for Every Room

LOWELL thinks about storage in the early planning stages of every building or remodeling project. It can’t be an afterthought; otherwise you end up with cookie cutter solutions that don’t work for most families. Our first step is listening and understanding the unique lifestyle needs of every client.
The latest trend for home design responds to modern living with designated storage space in every room for frequently used items. The beauty and practicality of kitchen and bath storage is expanding to every room. Accommodations for connecting to technology and convenient charging stations are finding multiple locations throughout the home.

How to Choose the Best Home Plan

You don’t have to settle for ordinary home plans.  Your home should be customized to fit your personal needs.  The floor plan or layout of the room is a key factor for shaping how you live in your home and how happy you are living there.  We enjoy guiding new homeowners through the process of … Read more

Curb Appeal

Curb appeal is that “wow factor” that begins with the design of every home.  One of the secrets to our success is the attention we give to details during every phase of design and construction.  We want to share some of those details we consider so you too can elevate your home to neighborhood celebrity … Read more

The Home Building Process

The process of remodeling or building your home is exciting, but can be stressful at times.  Your best strategy is to educate yourself and select a builder with experience and a stellar reputation.  The right builder will guide you through the process seamlessly and run interference before you are even aware of any problems. A … Read more

Top 10 New Home Trends

The freshest ideas for your new home or remodeling project are inspired by classics and designed with ease.  Enjoy and be inspired as you create your personal vision of home. Architectural features rather than walls define spaces today.   An open feel prevails with rooms radiating from an internal landmark feature like this dramatic stone fireplace. … Read more