Aging In-Place Project Spotlight
PROJECT SPOTLIGHT: AGING
IN-PLACE
Bedford Living Spotlight
Bedford Living SPotlight on liberty hill construction
This article was originally published in the August 2020 Bedford Living Magazine.
Bedford Living: Where did you grow up? How long have you lived in the area? Tell us about your family.
Greg: My wife, Annie, and I moved to New Hampshire over 20 years ago after graduating from Hobart and William Smith College in Geneva, NY. I grew up in Lake George, NY and Annie grew up in Darien, CT. We have two daughters, Marley and Kate, who attend Bedford High School, a black lab named Bowman and a new yellow lab names Baxter.
Ask the Expert – How do I plan a remodeling project?
Ask the Expert – How do I plan a remodeling project?
This article was originally published in the June 2021 Bedford Living Magazine.
With the lack of availability of homes on the market and a growing desire to expand and improve, more and more people are deciding to stay put and modify what they have. Every week we have conversations with people considering all types of projects; additions, kitchen and bath remodels, finishing basements, detached buildings, outdoor living, and a host of other home modifications. Most of these conversations include something like “We love our house and location, we cannot seem to find any homes for sale that we like better, so we have decided to stay and make […]
4 Creative Ways to Add More Storage Space in Your Home
4 Creative Ways to Add Storage Space in Your Home
As homeowners, we often find ourselves struggling with a lack of storage space in our homes. Clutter can quickly accumulate and make our living spaces feel cramped and disorganized. Fortunately, there are several creative ways to add more storage space to your home, without sacrificing style or functionality. Here are four ideas to consider:
Built-in Shelving
Built-in shelving is a great way to add storage space to any room in your home. Whether you need storage for books, decorative objects, or even everyday essentials like dishes and glasses, custom-built shelves can be designed to fit your specific needs and style preferences. Additionally, built-in shelves have the added benefit of maximizing the vertical […]
Essential Factors to Consider When Remodeling Your Kitchen
Essential Factors to Consider When Remodeling Your Kitchen
A kitchen remodel is one of the most significant home renovation projects you can undertake. Not only will it improve the functionality and aesthetic appeal of your space, but it can add value to your home. With the kitchen being one of the most used rooms in a home, undergoing a remodeling project can feel disruptive. Before diving into a kitchen remodel, there are several key factors to consider to ensure a successful renovation.
Timing
When planning your kitchen remodel, it is important to consider timing. While renovating the most-used space in your home can be a bit of a challenge, choosing the right season can make it much more […]
Design-Build Construction: Benefits, Process and When to Hire a Design-Build Company
Design-Build Construction: Benefits, Process and When to Hire a Design-Build Company
Design-build construction is an innovative project delivery method that has gained popularity over the last several years. It offers a streamlined and collaborative approach to construction, where a single entity is responsible for both the design and construction of the project. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of using a design-build company, how the process works, and when it’s best to hire a design-build company versus an alternative. Whether you’re a homeowner, developer, or business owner, understanding the advantages of design-build construction can help you make an informed decision for your next project.
What is Design-Build Construction?
A design-build company handles your entire project from start-to-finish. In d
An Inside Look at Our Sales Presentation and Contract Signing Process
An Inside Look at Our Sales Presentation and Contract
Signing Meeting
After the Budget Overview meeting, we revised plans, conducted site visits, and collected feedback and cost proposals from our Trade Partners and vendors. This information is used to finalize the exact specifications for your project. The Sales Presentation is our chance to sit down and do a comprehensive review of the scope of work, pricing, timeline and address any questions. At the conclusion, you will have a clear understanding of every stage of your project, […]
A Look Inside our Budget Overview Meeting
A LOOK INSIDE OUR BUDGET
OVERVIEW MEETINGS
Preparing a well-defined budget is crucial to any project and can add a great deal of clarity to the project. The Budget Overview meeting ensures the project is trending within financial parameters originally discussed with a more clear path forward.
What can you expect from this meeting?
Review plans
When we review the initial plans, we anticipate the need for modifications. This meeting provides us with the opportunity to examine the 3D concepts and floor plans in detail, making necessary changes to align with your wants, needs, and budgetary requirements.
Discuss low-end & high-end budget
The preliminary plans provide us with an understanding […]
Designing with Teamwork: An Inside Look at Our On-Site Design Meeting
Designing with Teamwork: An Inside Look at Our On-Site Design Meeting
During our On-Site Design meeting, this is truly the first step into honing in on your project wants and needs, but this time with a few more important parties present. We will recap what we talked about during the First Appointment – see if anything has changed and collect measurements as we begin the framework for your project rendering and plan creation.
What can you expect?
Normally, the meeting is designed to run from one to three hours, allowing ample time to explore all the components. Additionally, it is arranged well in advance, on […]
Inside Our First Appointment: What to Expect and How to Prepare
INSIDE OUR FIRST APPOINTMENTS
Initial consultations can be intimidating. As excited as you are about your new project, sometimes they can feel like you need to prepare yourself for that sales pitch. Luckily, our First Appointments aren’t what you would typically expect. We aim to build a comfortable and relaxed environment to get to know you and understand your project goals. There is no tape measure and no contract to sign, the number one goal is to sit down and understand how we can help.