Trends In Kitchen Countertops
11.28.2011
Countertops are becoming increasingly more important in today’s kitchens and with a multitude of styles and colors it is becoming more difficult to find your home’s perfect match. Whether you are looking for a sleek, clean look or something with a little more texture, your countertops can set the tone for the rest of the […]
The Importance of Energy Modeling in the Zero Net Energy Home Design
11.23.2011
The importance of energy modeling in zero net energy home design cannot be overstated. Energy modeling is an early design phase analysis used to determine the projected energy needs of the structure to be designed. Michael Rath, a Breckenridge, Colorado zero net energy home builder and managing partner at Trilogy Partners, says, “One of the […]
Mixing Classic with Contemporary Furnishings
11.16.2011
We love mixing styles to create memorable spaces. Pairing antique furnishings with contemporary lines can really enhance the aesthetic look of a room, but if done improperly it can upset the balance. CasaSugar has provided some tips you should keep in mind when bringing these two very different design styles together. Give them something in […]
The Importance of Universal Design
11.11.2011
As the “baby boomer” generation ages one of the growing concerns for homeowners is universal design, or aging in place. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, over 25% of America’s population were born between 1946-1964. “Aging in place is a major issue,” said Stephen Melman, Director of Economic Services at the National Association of Home […]
The Fate of JFK’s Terminal 6
11.10.2011
It seems that JFK’s iconic Terminal 6, designed by the brilliant architect I.M. Pei, will be destined to the same unfortunate fate as many other important buildings before it here in the United States. Terminal 6 was built in 1970 as the National Airlines Sundrome. It’s most recent occupant was JetBlue Airways, which vacated the […]
Happy 50th Breckenridge!
11.04.2011
Today Copper and Keystone mountain opened for ski season and like many in the Breck area, we know what we will be doing this weekend! Always two of the first mountains to open in Colorado, Copper and Keystone are great places to stretch your legs before the opening of Breckenridge, which is a week away. […]
Happy Halloween!
10.31.2011
Happy Halloween! In honor of today being the spookiest day of the year, we wanted to share some of our favorite all time Haunted Movie Houses. One of the all time scariest movies has got to be Stanley Kubrick’s “The Shining”. Jack Nicholson role as Jack Torrance was truly frightening. Who can forget his famous […]
Sustainable Rooms: The Garden Room
10.26.2011
Gardening is a favorite hobby of many homeowners. Now that cooler weather is starting to invade Colorado, soon many gardeners will be taking their precious potted plants in before the winter weather arrives. But instead of tending to those plants in a drafty garage or shed, wouldn’t a lovely garden room be a much nicer […]
Imaginative Spaces: Kid-Friendly Bedroom Design
10.24.2011
When you are renovating your home or building a new home, your children’s bedroom should always be a place where great design that grows should always be considered. Depending on the age of your kids, they will have quite a bit of time in that room maturing over the years. That is why the design […]
