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Is Remodeling Still the "Affordable" Option?
Why We Created a New Path for PA Homeowners.
The math on home renovation has changed. We explore why remodeling costs have rivaled new construction over the last decade and introduce "Revive"—our solution to make design attainable for the pragmatic homeowner again.
Built to Last? Why My 1775 Farmhouse Still Stands Strong Without Rebar or Ties
My 1775 home in Phoenixville doesn’t have a concrete foundation or steel rebar—it rests on stones from the Schuylkill River and timber cut centuries ago. In an era of strict building codes and Simpson ties, are we over-engineering today's homes? Or was the lumber used by pioneers simply superior? Join me as we explore the structural tug-of-war between old-growth materials and modern safety.
Avoiding Remodel Sticker Shock: A Homeowner’s Guide
Renovating your home used to be the budget-friendly alternative to building new, but over the last decade, that math has changed. In this article, Robert Smith of Fresh Start Designs explains why remodeling costs have spiked—and reveals the strategic changes we are making to help homeowners in PA and the Carolinas afford their dream spaces again.