Uncategorized

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 [...]

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. [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Opening Up a Space….Intelligently Many of our clients come to us seeking to “open up” their spaces. From kitchens to bathrooms, making a space more accessible and bringing in more light, are [...]

While working on a construction project, we were approached by a resident in the same neighborhood who was interested in undertaking a remodeling project. They asked if we’d come over to evaluate [...]

Being prepared and informed may help you to avoid the messy and often expensive issue of frozen pipes. During Cold Weather, Take Preventative Action Keep garage doors closed if there are water [...]