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A Place for Pets
A Pet Center - here's the backstory on this design amenity: Dogs play, get dirty, and aren't inclined to wipe their feet before heading into the house. "There's not a shower on the main floor, so I have to carry the dirty dog all the way upstairs to give her a bath."...
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Bathroom Storage Solution
Problem: Ladies have told us they would like to have a seat in the owner's bathroom...that we need more hanging for towels...and that the clothes hamper/laundry basket is always in the way. Solution: Design Basics' new Stor-N-More™ presents a cushioned seat with...
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Storage: The Overlooked Amenity in Modest-Size New Homes
With construction costs approaching all-time highs and buyers facing more volatile mortgage interest rates, new home affordability was a recurring theme at the 2019 NAHB International Builders’ Show. At Design Basics’ booth, homes 40-44 feet wide were the...
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Creativity in Flex Spaces
Change is all around us, having become the norm in American society. And as our lives change, we begin to appreciate homes that were designed to adapt to our changing situations. It’s called flexible design. Flexibility in Design With a flex...
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The Power of Story
“It’s raining in the basement!” shouts my 10-year old son, looking up from his video game. Upstairs, our 13-year old daughter is lying on her bed, talking on the phone. The laundry room sink, where she had been washing delicates is still running…and still overflowing!...
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Newest Amenity: Appliance Center
Problem: It seems everyone’s goal is clutter-free countertops. Yet, small appliances (e.g., toaster, coffee maker, rice cooker, fondue pot, etc.) are must-haves; and they can be a pain to store and retrieve when needed! Solution: Lead designer Carl Cuozzo has been...
read moreDesign trends, articles, and other resources to help you make important decisions about your new home design and included amenities.
A Place for Pets
A Pet Center - here's the backstory on this design amenity: Dogs play, get dirty, and aren't inclined to wipe their feet before heading into the house. "There's not a shower on the main floor, so I have to carry the dirty dog all the way upstairs to give her a bath."...
read more
Bathroom Storage Solution
Problem: Ladies have told us they would like to have a seat in the owner's bathroom...that we need more hanging for towels...and that the clothes hamper/laundry basket is always in the way. Solution: Design Basics' new Stor-N-More™ presents a cushioned seat with...
read more
How to Pick the Perfect Paint
Eggshell, satin, semi-gloss? What goes where? Here's a handy guide for what paint types work best in different areas of the home: Flat: Best for ceilings and low traffic areas; a matte finish is best at concealing imperfections. Eggshell: Best for rooms with moderate...
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A Place for Pets
A Pet Center - here's the backstory on this design amenity: Dogs play, get dirty, and aren't inclined to wipe their feet before heading into the house. "There's not a shower on the main floor, so I have to carry the dirty dog all the way upstairs to give her a bath."...
read more
Bathroom Storage Solution
Problem: Ladies have told us they would like to have a seat in the owner's bathroom...that we need more hanging for towels...and that the clothes hamper/laundry basket is always in the way. Solution: Design Basics' new Stor-N-More™ presents a cushioned seat with...
read more
How to Pick the Perfect Paint
Eggshell, satin, semi-gloss? What goes where? Here's a handy guide for what paint types work best in different areas of the home: Flat: Best for ceilings and low traffic areas; a matte finish is best at concealing imperfections. Eggshell: Best for rooms with moderate...
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