17
Aug
Who’s Better at Evaluating an Architect – The Homeowner or Builder?
Who do you think is in a better position to evaluate how well an architect does his job… a homeowner or a builder? From my perspective, it’s a builder...
09
Jul
5 Most Common Mistakes Homeowners Make When Remodeling
1: They don’t spend enough time in the house: Many homeowners don’t live in their house long enough to understand what works, what doesn’t, what they’d like to change...
17
Jun
Who Comes First… Architect or Builder?
This may seem like the proverbial “chicken or the egg” riddle… who do you hire first, the architect, the builder, or do you choose a design/build firm where both...
27
May
Good Design vs. Bad Design
Design is a very subjective subject, and as they say, “beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” When it comes to architecture (or anything, for that matter), what...
06
May
Quality vs. Quantity: Which Do You Prefer?
When it comes to construction, there seems to be 2 camps of people… those that prefer quality over quantity, & those that prefer the opposite. Personally, I’ll always choose...
18
Apr
How to Pay for Your Custom Home, Addition, or Remodeling Project
Have you ever wondered how to pay for a custom home, addition, or remodeling project? Find out from our Fairfield County based architect, DeMotte Architects. There are a few...
14
Apr
Home Building Predictions For 2020
The pandemic that’s sweeping across the world is clearly having an impact on both the architectural profession & the construction industry here in the U.S. Prior to the pandemic,...
09
Oct
Should An Architect Be Involved During Construction?
The importance of an architect’s involvement during construction: You’ve decided to take that giant leap to remodel your home, build an addition, or even build a custom home. You’ve...