Month: December 2013

Be an Educated Consumer, Part 1

If you have done a large building project, do you know what you actually bought? We are very educated consumers, but when it comes to our largest investment, people will often trust the contractor until there is a frustration point.Let’s discuss how to avoid expensive and emotional pitfalls. To start…Hire a contractor on the following… Continue reading Be an Educated Consumer, Part 1

Building a Team for your Home

I appreciate being able to work in a productive relationship with a contractor! Often, I work on projects that are isolated from the contractor and often contractors complain about designers unrealistic designs. Working together means that I can design efficiently and effectively, directly benefiting the client. Through the design phases if the contractor is involved… Continue reading Building a Team for your Home

House Colors

Choosing  the right color to paint your house can be almost overwhelming. After all, it’s a big and expensive decision – one that will last a long time. This home is in Grenada and it actually looks quite beautiful in it’s setting. But in many parts of the world, it would be over the top.… Continue reading House Colors