Allison E. Beatty

QUIET! If all the noise in your house has you reaching for pain medication, consider some alternatives. There are several ways to redesign a house to reduce noise in certain...

Watching a house being built can be exciting, invigorating, exhausting, and just plain frustrating, all at the same time. Buyers often get antsy to see the progress, but builders have...

When selecting wood for floors, cabinets or molding, it is important to understand the characteristics and hardness of the wood. This will impact how the surface will wear, as well...

Not crazy about your new floor plan? It's time to get creative and think outside the box. With a little ingenuity, you can turn an ordinary plan into the home...

In many kitchens, the cabinets are no longer installed in a straight line on the wall. They also are not all the same type of wood or stain. Instead, they...

Should you upgrade the kitchen countertops splurge on a whirlpool tub and add five feet to your family room? Home buyers face decisions like these every day as they weed...

While warmth and comfort continue to rule bathroom design, some people are moving away from lavish products. The oversized whirlpool tub and the dangling crystal chandelier may look good in...

When planning a new house, many home buyers struggle with balancing design and function. They like the look of a whirlpool bathtub but realize it is impractical for daily use....

When planning a new house, many home buyers struggle with balancing design and function. They like the look of a whirlpool bathtub but realize it is impractical for daily use....