Homeowner Goals While the client’s loved their neighborhood, their home lacked the functionality, modern amenities, and design touches that they desired. The garage was located on the lowest level of the home and led to a stairwell that opened into the middle of the home. Because there wasn’t a transition area before the kitchen, it […]
A big trend today in home remodeling is multi-room remodels, especially on the first floor of the home. This often includes the kitchen, hall bath, mudroom and family room. As some of the most well-used rooms in the home, having the design, style, and functionality of each flow from one to the other is critical […]
It’s not just how a remodel is built that makes it environmentally friendly. It’s the finishing touches that are incorporated that can make all of the difference. Today’s eco-friendly home products are not only good for the environment, but are great to look at and easy to maintain. Here are some of the popular products […]
Times have certainly changed when it comes to the bathroom. The very things that make your bathroom safer and easier to navigate—large, walk-in showers; higher toilets; natural lighting—are also some of the latest design trends. The terms have changed over the years but their purposes have remained the same. Grab bars are now being called […]
1. Bathing: shower and tub accessibility Using a rolling shower seat or fixed shower seat in the shower can accommodate some users. Shower seat should be a height of 17” to 19”. A small stool or plastic chair can allow the bather to sit while taking a shower and can be removed for users who […]
This McLean, VA family of four loved their 1960’s home and wonderful neighborhood, but had simply outgrown their space. In particular, they were longing to create larger bedrooms for their two boys as well as a space the boys could call their own. They also wanted to better maximize their first floor space. That’s where […]
By: Russ SVA Construction Corp When I meet with a new client about their home remodel, I can feel the excitement in the air. After all, our homes are our oasis and personalizing them to fit our needs only enhances our enjoyment. When thinking about a remodel, I always encourage homeowners to consider not only today’s needs […]
This week I want to highlight an AMAZING renovation by SVA Construction Corp Design Build. The project goal of this whole house renovation was to update and expand this Cape Cod style home while maintaining its quaint structure. The scope of the work was EXTENSIVE. Originally a one-story brick home, the project involved remodeling the basement, reconfiguring […]
By: Charity Corkey Recently, I decided it’s time to paint my bathroom. The color has always irked me. It’s a dingy beige, and I feel my mood lift when walk back out into the calming blue in my bedroom. Before trekking to Lowes, however, I’ve been reading up on color psychology. I’m not a morning […]
There are many solutions and remedies to assist with Aging in Place. Check out our list and learn how you can stay safe and comfortable in your home. The Difficulty: Poor Balance and Coordination Solutions: Walk-in shower with a seat Rounded counter edges Grab bars near the bath and toilet Stairway handrails The Difficulty: Hearing […]