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AI Home Design vs. Human-Powered Design: Benefits of Hiring a Real Designer
By: BrittenyArtificial intelligence, or AI, has been in the news a lot lately, with people discovering all sorts of new ways to utilize the technology. From school children using ChatGPT to do their homework to fashion brands collaborating with AI influencers, AI has permeated society in ways that would’ve seemed impossible not long ago. AI home ...
Small Patio Furniture and Design Ideas for 2024
By: BrittenyThe right furniture can elevate your outdoor living space and impact how well it functions for you, your family, and your guests. This is especially true for smaller areas where every inch of space is crucial and needs to be utilized properly. If you’re in the market for some small patio furniture, you’re in luck ...
9 Patio Remodel Tips and DIY Ideas
By: BrittenyIf a patio remodel is on your to-do list but you aren’t sure where to begin, you’ve come to the right place. As the leaders in virtual exterior design, we know that a well-designed outdoor space, such as a patio, can elevate your curb appeal. In this post, we’re sharing our top patio remodel tips ...
Front Door Design: How to Pick the Perfect Style for Your Home
By: BrittenyFrom Dutch and French to pivot and farmhouse, the number of front door styles available is seemingly endless. Plus, there’s tons of colors and materials to choose from too. This can make the process of selecting a door for your home feel daunting and overwhelming. But your front door design is an important aspect of ...
Simple House Exterior Updates That Won’t Break the Bank
By: BrittenySome exterior home renovations are massive undertakings that people complete over the course of many months (or even years!). But not all homeowners have the time, money, or desire to completely overhaul their exterior. Sometimes, a few simple house upgrades are all that’s needed to achieve someone’s dream exterior. We work with clients on both ...
How to Update Your Main Entrance for Maximum Curb Appeal
By: BrittenyThe main entrance is often the first part of your home people see, and therefore, it has a major impact on your curb appeal. A dated or uninviting main entrance can give guests and passersby a bad first impression of your home. If you’re looking for ways to update your main entrance, you’re in the ...
May Is National Moving Month: Let’s Get Your Home’s Exterior Ready
By: Cassie McDowellLooking to sell your home and ready to make a great first impression? May is National Moving Month, so now is the perfect time to discuss how to get your home exterior ready for buyers — or even just for guests. Most potential home buyers decide within seconds if they want to go inside the ...
Embracing Your Circular Driveway
By: SarahCircular driveways offer a ton of functional benefits: plentiful parking for hosting, easy in-and-out access for homes off of busier roads, extra space for your high schooler to park their car, and more. However, from a curb appeal standpoint, they can prove challenging. After all, it’s quite a bit of visual real estate that’s dedicated ...
Solutions for Woodpecker Damage to Your House
By: BrittenyYour home is an investment, and any damage to it — interior or exterior — can wreak havoc on your stress levels and bank account. Woodpecker damage to a house can be a particularly frustrating problem for homeowners because, if not addressed, it can get progressively worse. The good news is there are several ways ...