The entryway or foyer of your new custom home conveys an important first impression to your guests. For homeowners bent on making it a great first impression, designers at ElleDecor.com suggest seven easy ways to make an entryway look larger,…
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Who Needs Sleep?
You do – and here’s how to get more of it in your home! We spend so much of our lives in the bedroom, but it’s an often-neglected space when it comes to thoughtful home decor. But the fact of…
Building A Home? Here’s What’s Worth Splurging On!
One of the most common concerns people have about building a custom home is staying on a budget. Even if you’re ready to go big with your new home, there are still smart ways to watch your wallet. But we’ve…
These Updates Add Value To Your Home
If you’re a homeowner considering a move, you may be wondering what’s next. Do I need to renovate the kitchen? Repaint the exterior? Replace the flooring? Before taking on a costly remodel, consider this: these measures don’t always recoup the…
What To Do When You’ve Scratched Your Hardwood Floors
Hardwood floors are highly desirable for most homeowners, but they come with their share of challenges when it comes to cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. After a few months or years of heavy use from kids playing with toys and chairs…
Go Green At Home
If you’re a home owner, take a look at these energy-friendly tips. You’ll be lowering your bills and helping the environment all at once! Small changes can make a big difference! Lighting & Electronics Switch to Energy Star CFL bulbs,…
Freshen Up Your Home This Spring
With spring in full swing, you may be feeling that well-known urge to freshen up your home! We’ve got 5 great ways to give your home a fresh feel today. Remove And Replace Take a quick look around your home…
Texas Homestead Exemption – Deadline April 30
If you bought a home in the past year or have never filed for your homestead tax exemption, you still have time to take advantage of the Homestead Exemption. If you lived in your home as of January 1, 2017,…
Your April Garden
It’s April – a beautiful time to be outside in South Central Texas. The weather is wonderful. So, What Should You Plant In April? Fruit: Cantaloupe, Honeydew, Watermelon (in the end of the month) Vegetables: Eggplant, Lima Beans, Beets, Spinach,…
Give Your Walls a Makeover – No Paint Necessary!
If you’re wanting a new look without the pain of paint buckets, rollers, and stray drips, we’ve collected a few fantastic ideas for you here. From wallpaper to fabric, you can make a big change and still avoid the paint…
Creating a Smart Home
Turning Your Home Into A Smart Home is Easy Smart technology is more popular than ever. Many homeowners are interested in applying this technology to their own home to make their lives easier. Most smart home technology can be controlled…
Buying A New Home This Spring? Here’s What You Need To Look For
Location This may be one of the more obvious factors, but you want to be sure you’re satisfied with the location of your new home. What’s important to you? Area schools, communte, walkability, safety? Make a list of your location…