Beautiful “brick” tiles from Grove Brickworks…
The black tiles behind the stove (and with the details on the hood) are really nice.
Would LOVE to see the blue/aqua shades in a project – what about you?
12
Mar
11
Lovely “brick” Tiles
Does this sound familiar?
* no place for coats, boots, backpacks
* electronics and chargers everywhere – but never together
* bills getting shuffled into piles of homework
* workout gear and sports equipment taking up valuable space
* towels too high, toiletries too low
Our February newsletter tackles the clutter issues – and offers some solutions.
AV Architects + AV Builders partners with organizational specialists and closet designers to make the most of your existing space.
Instead of buying even more storage containers, hoping this time they’ll make a difference, let us assess your problem areas and offer a real, lasting solution.
If you crave more order and better functionality in your home, contact us – we can help.
10
Jan
11
New Ideas
Selecting the right team of Virginia professionals to design and build your Treehouse can be the hardest, yet most important, part of the entire project.
Check out this article on The Washington Examiner about a bump-out solution for a client in a McLean neighborhood. Less IS More!
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Most people worry the final project won’t really look like the design they approved. Because AV Architects controls both design and construction, we assure the completed home actually matches the design they approved. What do you think is the biggest complaint among homeowners?
05
Nov
10
What do you think…
Most people worry that the final project won’t really look like the design they approved. Because AV Architects controls both design and construction, we assure the completed home actually matches the design they approved. What’s the ugliest redesign you’ve ever seen?
Our friends at Revolutionary Gardens have a pet peeve: boring, predictable plantings to screen an undesirable view. Seems the standard recommendation is to plant a tight row of Leyland Cypress.
Effective, but boring.
Now here is what Revolutionary Gardens suggests:
They vary the types of trees and the arrangements so that the design has movement. They provide some focal points with flowering trees in the summer and a few with dramatic foliage in the fall.
No longer boring, now the landscaping is more a thoughtful, integrated part of the entire space.
Do you have landscaping challenges? Or feel bored by what surrounds you?
We highly recommend Revolutionary Gardens for their distinctive style and strong work ethic.
The Remodelista Blog has highlighted some of the best designed wine tasting rooms in Napa Valley.
The design in each one of their examples complements the wine tasting experience.
Does the design of a space make you enjoy the food or wine more?
Certainly something to consider – especially if you are thinking about your own kitchen or dining area.
