Design Builders MD Blog
Posted in: Decks in Maryland, Decks and Patios
James Moylan
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
There is a great deal of planning and design that must take place in order for a building project to start, and there are several steps that must be completed before construction can officially begin.
Posted in: Decks and Patios
James Moylan
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Make it a family affair: Everyone on their own crazy schedule? Opinionated family? Online meetings can include up to five people – all of whom can be in different locations. Participants can join in from home, the office, a business trip, dorm room, or even a park bench using their computer, smartphone, or tablet.
Posted in: Decks and Patios
James Moylan
Monday, February 25, 2013
In an increasingly mobile world, businesses are expected to operate on the most convenient and technologically advanced levels to accommodate all clients and situations. Because we know you’re busy, but still wish to add to your outdoor living space or enhance your existing space, we offer an efficient design and estimating process – online.
Posted in: Decks in Maryland
James Moylan
Thursday, July 5, 2012
If your deck was built with a stair system, you will certainly want to make sure that you have enough light illuminating them so that they don’t become a danger zone. This advice actually applies to your backyard as a whole and there’s no better time to brighten up your property than when you’re building a new outdoor structure. If the area is not properly lit, flood lights or exterior low-voltage lights can provide you with late-night illumination (can’t depend on the moon every evening!) and allow your kids to enjoy the yard while you relax on the deck even after the sun has gone down.
Posted in: Decks and Patios
James Moylan
Thursday, June 28, 2012
The natural paths you will take on your deck from the door to the stairs or the door to the table or the table to the grill will dictate where your furniture can be placed on your deck. Just like with any interior room, your deck needs a natural flow – it’s crucial to consider where you will situate that chaise, the umbrella table, or your professional-sized grill so that there won’t be a lot of bumps and bruises in an effort to get from point A to point B.
Posted in: Decks in Maryland
James Moylan
Friday, April 27, 2012
Most people choose to build a deck or screen porch so they can entertain guests, eat meals outside, and gather together as a family. Maybe you’re fine with looking for furniture to fit the deck once the structure has been built. However, we believe it’s a good idea to give some thought to the type of furniture you would like to have on your deck and what activities will be hosted on the deck before you build. You don’t want to be constrained by dimensions that, once built, will be unchangeable.
Posted in: Decks in Maryland
James Moylan
Monday, April 2, 2012
Many homeowners opt to make improvements and upgrades to their home in preparation for selling the property. If you’re planning to move within the next five years, adding usable exterior space will increase your enjoyment of your home now while also enhancing resale value later. While it’s impossible to predict what any potential future owner may like or dislike about the deck or screen room, you can confidently build by opting for a simplistic, middle-of-the-road design.
Posted in: Decks in Maryland
James Moylan
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Spend different times of day outdoors in the exact spot where you plan to construct your deck. Since there is no structure there now and it’s only your imagination creating the vision of a deck, it’s easy to overlook one very crucial consideration – the environment. It’s important to familiarize yourself with your outdoor surroundings before breaking ground. Why? Two main reasons: sun and bugs.
Posted in: Sun Room Maryland
James Moylan
Monday, March 26, 2012
Once your sun room has been built, conditioned, well-lit, and you’ve determined what the flooring and wall coverings will be, the final step is to choose your furniture. It’s wise to give furnishings some serious thought in the planning process so that the sun room is built properly and can accommodate the size and shape of your intended furniture.
Posted in: Sun Room Maryland
James Moylan
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Naturally, building a structure with a roof affects the natural sunlight that enters the room. But a sun room, by name, is meant to be well-lit. Even though roof construction will block some of the beauty and warmth of natural light, strategically spaced skylights can help replenish that natural light so you can still be close to the outdoors without being in the elements. And you won’t need to worry about window treatments on the ceiling!
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