Can I Have a Smart Home? Automating Homes in Washington D.C. and Maryland

As technology advances and people accept constant connectivity as a way of life, homes are becoming a thing of the future. Almost any system or function in a home can now be automated and [...]

Can My Custom-Built Home Be Green? Energy-efficient Homes in Maryland and Washington D.C.

Green homes have gone from a luxury option to a housing standard. A “green” home is defined as one that meets some level of energy efficiency and ecological responsibility. How green or energy [...]

Can You Provide Drawings for the Custom Home I Want? Drawing Up Plans for Homes in Maryland and Washington D.C.

The internet is a wonderful place to find inspiration and gather ideas for your future custom home. It’s even possible to find an array of overall designs and floorplans, often for a hefty fee. [...]

Finding the Right Lot for Your Future Home: How to Find Lots in Maryland and Washington D.C.

Some of Winthorpe’s clients already own a plot of land on which they want to build a custom home. But many don’t. Often, a client will come to us, desirous of building their dream home, but are [...]

How to Get Financing for a Custom Home in the Maryland and Washington D.C. Areas

When building a custom home in Maryland or Washington D.C., there are a variety of ways to fund the project. Some homeowners have cash on hand, some sell an existing property before getting [...]

Custom Home Features and Options for Your Maryland Home

At Winthorpe, when we say we’ll build a completely custom home, we mean it in every sense of the word “custom”. Many builders who claim to build custom homes only do so by letting the buyers [...]

Preparing a Space for Remodeling in Maryland

When undertaking a remodeling project, there are a couple of things for the homeowner to consider in advance. It’s important to have realistic expectations of what your space will look and feel [...]

Remodeling for Aging-in-Place in Maryland

As humans age, their physical needs change. In our later years, we may require a walker or wheelchair, stability assistance in the shower, or easier access to daily-use items. Actually, at any [...]