Proper Foundation Drainage

"Footing-drain problems are expensive to fix.  Building codes require perimeter drains around the outside of basement footings. They are not difficult to install properly before the foundation has been back-filled, but they are costly and disruptive to put in after the fact.  As long as you're going to protect the bottom of the foundation of a house from water, it's worth doing right." http://www.greenbuildingadvisor.com/green-basics/foundation-drains-0

Adding Texture to Your Ceiling

Some good how-to instructions for adding texture to a ceiling: http://www.familyhandyman.com/drywall/ceiling-texture

Floating Porcelain Tile

Fast, easy and affordable: http://www.snapstone.com/advantages.html

Reclaiming Real Wood Flooring

Check this site out: http://realwoodfloors.com/blog/comments/reclaimed_wood_flooring

Stone Fireplace Ideas

Some of these are nice: http://freshome.com/2012/03/09/30-stone-fireplace-ideas-for-a-cozy-nature-inspired-home/

No Cut Block Projects

Menards has many "no cut" landscaping block "kits" available including this Webster Fireplace: http://www.menards.com/main/p-2268116-c-13093.htm

Consider ADA for Your Home

Something to think about: http://www.realestate.com/advice/how-accessible-is-your-home-a-look-at-ada-requirements-21105/

Arts & Crafts Style Entryway Set

If this is your style: "This is a solid Brass standard Entryway set in an Arts and Crafts pattern. The finish is shown in a Rubbed Bronze and it is also available in Satin Nickel, Flat Black as well as Oil Rubbed Bronze. This is shown with the oval shaped hammered knob but it can also be paired with the crystal round knob, porcelain knob or several other optional knobs. This comes standard with a 2 3/8 inch back set and a 2 3/4 inch back set is also available. The deadbolt to knob center-to-center distance is 5 1/2 inches"
http://www.lookintheattic.com/arcrsttulaen.html

Wood Carriage Garage Doors

If price is no object, check this site out: http://www.realcarriagedoors.com/

Add an Outdoor Shower

Looks like a good idea: http://blog.houseplans.com/article/how-to-add-an-outdoor-shower

Insulating Concrete Forms

History and advantages of using ICFs for your foundation walls: http://www.cement.org/think-harder-concrete-/homes/building-systems/insulated-concrete-forms

Small Backyard Landscape Ideas

Just came across this: http://bcrrinfo.com/landscaping-ideas-for-small-backyard/

Residential Roofing Options

Here's a brief overview of choices for your new roof: http://rzroofing.com/residentialroofing.html.

Rolling Pig Pen

For all you farmers out there!  Check this out: http://www.residentialarchitect.com/education/hog-heaven.aspx?dfpzone=projects.outbuildings ...

Construction Market Gaining Steam

Modest gains expected in the construction market in SW Michigan: http://mibiz.com/news/design-build/item/21442-construction-market-%E2%80%98gaining-steam%E2%80%99-but-hiring-could-lag

Green Built Michigan

 Check out http://www.greenbuiltmichigan.org/

Top 5 Home Design Trends for 2014

http://www.cbsnews.com/media/top-five-home-design-trends-in-2014/

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