When you’re excited to start a new home construction project, one question is always top of mind: When can we get started? There isn’t one definitive answer, though, so we thought we’d put together this brief explanation of the plan and permit process to give everyone a better idea of what happens, when it happens, and what aspects of it are in our control.

How practical is it to add a skylight to an existing porch ?

Homeowners are often intrigued by the idea of adding a skylight to their porch, enticed by the promise of natural, energy-saving light. While skylights can add beauty and energy efficiency to your outdoor living space, they can also cause a lot of costly problems if installed improperly.

If you’ve ever taken on a home construction project, you’ve probably heard the mantra that it’s always going to take longer and cost more than you anticipated. As a design and build firm, we work hard to ensure that is not your experience. A big part of the way we do that is through online construction estimates.

Invisible Railings are becoming a wonderful option to traditional railing systems.

When you live in developed areas such as Bethesda and Chevy Chase, owning the newest house in the neighborhood can still mean owning a 40-year-old house. Such was the case with 2 homes Design Builders renovated.  One in the Overlook neighborhood of Bethesda, and another in Chevy Chase.

Before You Hire a Screened-Porch Contractor, Make Sure They Thoroughly Answer These Questions

Deck building is at its most complicated when you want to add a screened porch that requires walls and a roof. In some states and counties you even need different permits, and contractors are required to have a special designation on their license to build anything with a roof.