In our last article, we stated, “Coronavirus [has] made us realize even more how important it is to create a safe home where one can live comfortably despite life’s struggles.” In that series introduction, we briefly outlined seven features of a “pandemic-proof home.” In other words, we introduced seven home features that Elements believes are [...]
At Elements, we understand that family comes in many shapes and sizes. As passionate pet-parents, we realize this means some family members are furry with four legs! Because of this, we know that it is just as important to create comfortable spaces for our fur babies as it is for our two-legged fam. Today, we [...]
Disorganization. Is it that big of a deal if your builder is disorganized? Is it that big of a deal if you, the client, are disorganized? Well, it might be… Disorganization: The Builder First, let’s talk about the builder. Organization (or lack thereof) is one aspect of choosing a home builder that often gets overlooked. [...]
One of the benefits of building a custom home on your land or lot is the ability to create spaces that are perfect for you and your family. One of the spaces that is extremely important to many of our clients is the kitchen. Often considered the “heart of the home,” today’s kitchens are both [...]
Recently, Elements Design Build attended the International Builders Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. What is the International Builders Show? What is the International Home Builders Show? Well, think of your local home and garden show. On steroids. Companies from around the world showcasing their home building products filled three huge halls of the Las Vegas [...]
Age in place is near and dear to the hearts of Elements. Experiencing a parent that had an unexpected disability first hand made us realize the importance of Age in Place. Also, watching as our grandparents, and now parents, get older opens your eyes. Because of this, Elements focuses on a home that will not [...]
In the last blog, “How to Design the Perfect House Plans: Step 1 – Gather Ideas,” you put a great deal of thought into the functionality of your new house. At this point, you’ve considered the size, number and types of rooms you want, plus room arrangement and how you'd like to live in your [...]
The first step to designing the perfect house plans is to gather ideas. Have a binder with floor plan concepts or a Pinterest account full of pins with beautifully decorated homes? Then, you’ve already started this step! Right now, it doesn’t really matter if you are working on paper, electronically, or using a combination. File [...]
After rushing into work, you sit down at your desk and realize you forgot to turn off the coffee pot. And you asked your eldest to lock the front door, but did he really do it? If your home is equipped with smart home technology, your worries can be put to rest simply by getting [...]
Elements wants you to love being in your Elements home. But we understand that everyone needs a break from time to time. Whether you are taking a quick weekend trip or are going to be gone for several weeks, you should take the time to prepare your home before you leave. Here are twelve simple [...]
