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The master bedroom often gets the most attention when designing a home, but don't let the other bedrooms end up being boring drywall boxes. With a little added detail, a kids bedroom can be a warm, cozy and functional space for a child to grow up in.

A family room addition can add valuable space to your house and can be just what a growing family needs. The design of the family room addition needs to allow for multiple uses of the space. Here are some tips to get you started.

Choosing exterior house paint colors can be a real challenge. Here are some tips from a pro on how to choose the right colors for paint as well as colors for roofing, windows and other exterior materials.

It's amazing how many times it's possible to rearrange spaces within an existing house and made it work so much better. By opening up floor plans, moving stairs, even moving bedrooms and living spaces, it's possible to create a plan that is appropriate for today's living.

Many times there is no room on the site to add additional living space except up! So the second story addition is the only option to consider. Like ever project, this one has its challenges. Second story additions often require structural upgrades to the existing house below. New mechanical, plumbing, and electrical will need to extend to the new space. And zoning codes may limit how high you can build.

While a basement remodel can be simple, it can also end up being one of the most complicated projects. The complexity can depend on a number of factors in your house, including head height, plumbing configuration, locations of pipes, and location of ductwork.

Hiring an Architect is a challenge. You can't exactly test drive the end product during the interview! Here is a list of things to consider when looking for an architect. You're going to be spending a lot of time with him or her, so spend the time to make the right decision!