Interior Design & Mountain Living Articles
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The Hidden Costs of Mountain Home Construction and How to Avoid Them
When you dream of building your Colorado mountain home, you imagine the views, the cozy evenings by the fire, and the joy of welcoming friends and family to a home that feels like a true retreat.
What most people don’t imagine are the surprise expenses that seem to pop up out of nowhere during construction.
The truth is, mountain home building isn’t like building in the suburbs or the city. Between remote locations, unpredictable weather, and limited resources and trades, costs can escalate quickly if you don’t plan.
Why Mountain Home Construction Takes Longer Than You Think It Will
Building a dream home in the Colorado mountains is an incredible adventure! One that comes with sweeping views, fresh alpine air, and a lifestyle unlike anywhere else.
But if you’re envisioning a seamless HGTV-style build completed in six months, it’s time for a reality check.
If you are considering building a home in the Colorado Rockies, you need to know now that mountain homes simply take longer to plan and build. Much longer.
Architect vs. Interior Designer: Who Should You Hire for Your Home Renovation?
The journey of transforming your home is filled with critical decisions, among them selecting the right professionals to realize your vision.
Architects and interior designers, while sharing the ambition of creating stunning, practical spaces, offer distinctly different expertise. Grasping these nuances is essential to making an informed choice that aligns perfectly with your renovation aspirations.
Beyond Blueprints: Why the Design Binder is Essential for New Home Construction Success
A construction design binder is an essential tool in any renovation or new home-build project. It serves as a centralized repository for all relevant documents, including blueprints, floor plans, material specifications, permits, and more.
Designing Your Perfect Mountain Home: Why It's All About the Details
When designing your ideal mountain home, every single detail, no matter how small, holds significant importance.
Experience Mountain Living at Its Best: Build or Renovate Your Dream Home
If you have spent any time looking at the real estate market in Colorado you have likely run across a large percentage of outdated properties.
4 Reasons Why Interior Designers are Important in Custom Home Construction
Today, I’ll share some snippets from a podcast I listened to recently that emphasizes the significance of interior designers’ involvement in building new custom homes…
Building a Home? 7 Powerful Strategies to Maximize Results with Contractors
Renovations and construction can be complex endeavors. In this guide, we'll explore a comprehensive list of 7 powerful strategies to help ensure a positive working relationship with your contractors for a successful renovation or new build and achieve your desired vision.
Discover the Top 12 Secrets for Creating a Truly Luxurious Home
If you are currently in the process of seeking out luxury living or if you long to create a more luxurious atmosphere in your current home, here are some things you might be looking for to elevate your spaces and life…
Building or Renovating? Why Your First Hire Should be an Interior Designer
You know you need a team for your renovation or new build, but who should you hire first? Here are 3 reasons why an interior designer must be your first team member…