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Do your windows need to be replaced? That question is a bit more complicated than it seems. They might. But…..they actually might not. Windows are a tricky thing. When people come to Winthorpe [...]

Whether you’re preparing to sell your home or just want to freshen it up a bit for your own enjoyment, one of the simplest and most effective changes you can make is to change your curb-facing [...]

Before the advent of air-conditioners, on hot summer nights, residents escaped the stifling heat of the indoors by spending time on a screened-in porch. The screens allowed the evening breeze [...]

Over decades, fashions change: clothing, cars, furniture. But it’s also true for home interiors. We’re all aware of the famous avocado-green and harvest-yellow appliances of the ’70s. That look [...]

When looking to build a custom home, people assume that an empty lot is a blank slate where they can build whatever they want. To some extent, this is true, in that you do get to design your home [...]

What is an ADU and Why Would I Want One?  ADUs are Accessory Dwelling Units. Some people refer to them as Granny Flats or In-Law’s Quarters. They’re fully-equipped, additional but separate living [...]

When undertaking a home project, whether building a home from scratch or remodeling an existing house, one of the first steps is to determine your budget. This is a critical guideline that shapes [...]

Living in the Maryland and Washington D.C. areas comes with great benefits: beautiful landscapes and architecture, eye-popping autumn leaves, and access to great entertainment and work in our [...]

When building a home, one of the critical ingredients of a comfortable home is the insulation. Inserted between the studs in the walls, in the ceiling, and even under the flooring, insulation [...]

If your current home is the last home you plan to live in, or if you have lots of family who come for extended visits, you may occasionally wish you had something better than a simple guest room. [...]