Posts by Bill Hoisington
Keeping Cool in All Seasons is Goal for Homeowner Adding Wine Cellar
According to oenophile, Craig MacAllister, “Temperature control is essential to keeping wines drinkable over the years.” Apparently, MacAllister made it a strong point that these classic and expensive beverages need to mature properly, otherwise they will go bad. MacAllister and his wife, Diane, express strong interests in wines. However, before they got their dream wine cellar, they experienced a…
Read MoreThe commitment continues – this year’s NARI Awards
It’s always thrilling to be part of the NARI Contractor of the Year (CotY) awards. Part of the thrill is seeing just how creative and innovative remodeling can be and knowing we’re a part of it. We get to show what we’ve done and we get to see what the rest of the community is doing.…
Read More6 Tips to Make your Small Bathroom Big
A small bathroom can be frustrating. It feels closed in, even claustrophobic. Many older homes have small bathrooms, and secondary bathrooms in more modern homes are often small. However, if you can’t literally move the walls, you can make a small bathroom appear bigger. Often, it isn’t the actual size of a room but how…
Read MoreA Refreshing 21st Century First Floor Remodel
A 1970s, two-story home in Springfield, Virginia was transformed into a revitalizing space. Mark Pineau and Charles Roche, the lucky owners of the house just started talking about a kitchen remodel. At first, they were doubtful for such change because they know it would involve moving several load-bearing walls, as well as extensive plumbing, electrical…
Read MoreBuilding a Sumptuous Master Bath Can Require Finesse and Ingenuity
Here’s what Michael Nash Design, Build and Homes did for Marie and Greg Brill to achieve their dream of a luxurious master bath. But seriously, how did Michael Nash gave their new bath a bigger coverage without bumping out? Once upon a time, a lovely couple purchased a foreclosure big colonial in Burke, VA. Everything…
Read MoreGetting the In-law Suite of your Dreams
Source: Viva Tysons Magazine How the Chaudry’s of McLean Built a Luxurious and Seamless Family Suit By Tracey Longo The newest generations of in-law suites aren’t just for in-laws anymore. In fact, the 1,000 square foot suite the Chaudrys of McLean,VA built over their large garage was never intended for in-laws at all. The sumptuous apartment…
Read More2010 Chrysalis Awards for Remodeling Excellence
SOURCE: Qualified Remodeler 2010 2010 marks the 17th Annual Chrysalis Awards for Remodeling Excellence. Chrysalis selects winners in each category from four geographic regions of the country. From among the four regional winners in each category a national winner is selected. <Read More>
Read MoreHow To Build The Custom Wine Cellar of Your Dreams
Source: Home is For the Holidays Michael Nash Design & Build Getting a Beautiful wine cellar comes down to determining your needs and hiring a talented design/build firm. Heres how the MacAllisters did just that. By Tracey Longo Ever dream of building the type of wine cellar that will help you take your wine collection…
Read MoreRoom Additions Over $100,000
Source: Qualified Remodeler Sept 2010 Gold Winner: Team Entry: Architectural Resource, Ann Arbor, Mich. & Home Renewal, Inc., Manchester, Mich. The proud owners of this landmark 1860s era Italianate home in Dexter, Mich., desired to greatly improve their daily ingress and egress experience. With a growing young family, the lack of a proper entry area and…
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