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Now and Then

By |2022-07-21T06:51:10-07:00September 20th, 2019|The Business of Happy Homes Blog|

I was a young child when my family moved to the Brazos Valley in 1967 and I am infused with these clay soils. Back then, Bryan had about 30,000 residents and College Station about half that number.  Presently, College Station and Bryan are the 13th-largest metropolitan area in Texas with 273,101 people combined. Bryan and

Aging in Place: Bathroom Remodel

By |2019-09-19T09:34:15-07:00September 19th, 2019|The Business of Happy Homes Blog|

There are so many great reasons to remodel your bathroom!  1) Increase the value of your home 2) Improve energy efficiency  3) Enhance aesthetics and so much more!  At Stearns Design Build, we are advocates of Aging in Place. Being at home allows seniors a higher level of independence, while also reducing the stress of

Maximizing Curb Appeal

By |2019-09-04T09:50:11-07:00September 4th, 2019|The Business of Happy Homes Blog|

A lovely home with simple lines that are hidden by a single color of paint. This home’s existing beauty has been hidden by the improper use of color. A significant change in paint was applied to accentuate the different elements of the exterior of the home. Such as the windows, trim, and doors. A new

Blue-tiful Kitchen

By |2019-08-20T09:29:28-07:00August 20th, 2019|The Business of Happy Homes Blog|

"Stearns did an excellent job and our kitchen turned out better than I could have dreamed. We had been overwhelmed by all the potential choices before we engaged Stearns, and we found their design services to be hugely helpful. I was especially impressed by their professionalism. They told us exactly what everything would cost and

Is HomeAdvisor a Good Way to Find a Contractor?

By |2019-03-15T13:16:52-07:00March 15th, 2019|The Business of Happy Homes Blog|

HomeAdvisor.com is a popular site that spends a lot on marketing. So, are they a good resource for finding a contractor? My answer is that depends. So, let’s break it down. Pros HomeAdvisor has some great content, though some of it needs to be taken with a grain of salt. There is no licensing of

Mastering Color in Residential Remodeling

By |2019-03-08T10:21:03-08:00March 8th, 2019|The Business of Happy Homes Blog|

My name is Hugh. But today we will be talking about color so, today, I am Hue: a person of color.  The color palette is such a powerful and unifying element in interior design that it is to a where we start. In the process of guiding clients through selections and interior design, we start

6 Reason to Consider Us for Your Next Remodeling Project

By |2018-12-04T08:52:32-08:00December 4th, 2018|The Business of Happy Homes Blog|

Because your home is your family’s sanctuary, finding the right remodeler is almost as important as finding the right family doctor. We might be the right company to provide care for your home. Here are five key reasons why our clients have chosen us.   1. Project Management Clean projects with a focus on dust

Kitchen Remodeling Tips: 5 Things to Do Before Work Begins on Your New Kitchen

By |2022-07-22T07:35:53-07:00October 31st, 2018|CTA Consultation|

Renovating a kitchen is a huge project that requires proper planning. When it comes to making magic happen, there are a lot of variables to consider.  So, before you take a sledgehammer and start breaking down walls, it’s important to take a good look at your plan. Is it realistic? Do you have enough leeway

5 Important Things to Consider When Planning for a Home Addition

By |2018-10-17T10:13:56-07:00October 17th, 2018|CTA Consultation|

Maybe your family is welcoming a new member or an aging parent. Maybe you’ve grown tired of the small home you’re living in and want more room to breathe. Whatever reason it is, you have concluded that you need more space. But where do you start? From getting design ideas to figuring out a budget,

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