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A Panelized Home: A Dream of Home
A Panelized Home: A Dream of Home
When Ned and Anne Hammond began to consider what type of home they wanted to build on their unique site, they did what most of ...
A Panelized Home: All Decked Out
A Panelized Home: All Decked Out
With beautiful ocean views to enjoy year-round, creating outdoor living spaces was part of the plan from day one.
A Panelized Home: Blissful Bathrooms
A Panelized Home: Blissful Bathrooms
The construction of the Hammonds' house shows that the more educated you are about the process, the better your chances are ...
A Panelized Home: Creating the Lighting Plan
A Panelized Home: Creating the Lighting Plan
The proper lighting and the ability to control each layer of light is the key to composing a stunning visual environment.
A Panelized Home: Factory-Built Homes with a Custom Flair
A Panelized Home: Factory-Built Homes with a Custom Flair
Panelized construction offers many benefits, such as efficient use of time and materials, custom design options and cost savings.
Accessible Solutions: Bathroom Plans and Finishes
Accessible Solutions: Bathroom Plans and Finishes
Daily hygiene is critical to the health and well-being of wheelchair users. Accessible bathroom design is therefore a critical ...
Accessible Solutions: Entrances
Accessible Solutions: Entrances
Most single-family homes have several different entrances including, for example, a front door, garage door, kitchen door, and ...
Accessible Solutions: Kitchens
Accessible Solutions: Kitchens
A wheelchair-accessible kitchen can be one of the most complex design problems in a new or remodeling project, requiring an ...
Accessible Solutions: Master Bedroom Suites
Accessible Solutions: Master Bedroom Suites
Solving specific accessibility challenges in the master bedroom.
Accessible Solutions: Multi-Floor Access
Accessible Solutions: Multi-Floor Access
For wheelchair users who purchase homes in many areas of the United States, selection of a single-story model can ...
Accessible Solutions: Multi-Level Homes
Accessible Solutions: Multi-Level Homes
Solving specific accessibility challenges in multi-level homes.
Accessible Solutions: Parking Areas
Accessible Solutions: Parking Areas
Solving specific accessibility challenges in driveways and garages.
Accessible Solutions: Ranch Houses
Accessible Solutions: Ranch Houses
Solving specific accessibility challenges in ranch-style homes.
Accessible Solutions: Residential Design and Construction
Accessible Solutions: Residential Design and Construction
Designing an accessible home, alteration, or addition requires the skills of professionals with experience in residential ...
Accessible Solutions: Walkways and Front Porches
Accessible Solutions: Walkways and Front Porches
Solving specific accessibility challenges with walkways and porches.
Altering Stock Home Plans
Altering Stock Home Plans
Stock plans are a great, affordable option for new home design. These plans can be customized and altered, but only in ...
American Decorative Arts
American Decorative Arts
Behind the Scenes - Modern Colonial
At Home with...Stefanie Powers
At Home with...Stefanie Powers
Stefanie Powers is known for her long-running portrayal of Jennifer Hart in the 1980s television hit, Hart to Hart, but ...
Basement Remodeling Ideas: Overcoming Obstacles
Basement Remodeling Ideas: Overcoming Obstacles
Basements don’t have to be cold, dark rooms hidden from public view. Try these tips to turn your home’s lowest level into a ...
Basement Remodels Add More Living Space
Basement Remodels Add More Living Space
Consider your basement when looking for additional living space. The cost to convert existing space is far lower than new ...
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