Outdoor Oasis
Before Canyon Stone, a manufacturer of quality stone veneer products, consulted with the homeowners and Planworx Architects to design and build this extraordinary outdoor patio. The concept was a covered seat walls and a kitchen with bar connected by an oversized architectural...
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Choosing a Contractor
Finding a qualified remodeling professional for your home-improvement project doesn’t have to be a difficult task. By following these guidelines, you will make the selection process easier and be better prepared to make an informed decision. Determine who you need The type of professional...
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Outside Addition
In metro Washington, where the mosquito population can reach annoying heights, these homeowners decided a screened-in porch was the best way to enjoy the outdoors around their home. Previously, a large deck was attached to the back of the house, giving it an unbalanced look. The new porch was...
Compiled by Laura Judy
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Rebuilding Dreams
This whole-house remodel is a perfect example of re-creating a home for a family who doesn’t want to leave the area. The tiny, 800-square-foot rambler blossomed into a traditionally inspired, 2,300-square-foot, four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath, two-story home. With an emphasis on family...
Compiled by Cyd Haynes
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Exterior Add-On
The owner of this home wanted to reinforce and extend an existing 12-by-12-foot deck to a 12-by-18 feet, partially enclosed space to allow for year-round use. The team at Eastern Surfa-Shield & Cabinet Facelifters installed a high-efficiency, all-season and all-glass sunroom to give the family...
Compiled by Meredith Pruden
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Dream Green
The owner of this Bowie home is an avid golfer. He was preparing to move into his newly constructed home when he first heard of Southwest Greens via a golf tournament telecast where Sergio Garcia, a golf pro, endorsed the company’s custom-designed practice surfaces.  The homeowner...
Remodeled by Brothers Services Company, Hampstead
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Rock On!
As outdoor living areas grow in popularity, hardscapes are becoming more and more prominent in homeowners’ landscaping plans. From walkways and steps to retaining walls, the materials available for hardscaping can be broken down into three categories: Brick, concrete and stone. Deciding which...
Kathy Kidwell
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Calming Waters
The addition of a water feature brings a simple tranquility to any outdoor space. “The sound of flowing water and the beauty of flourishing aquatic plants, make ‘getting away from it all’ as simple as stepping outside,” says Larrisa Gleason, marketing manager for Beckett Corporation, manufacturer...
Kimyla Guice Stegall
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Deckorating Basics
                        If you are looking to extend your living space, there is perhaps no better place to turn than outdoors. According to experts at The Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association, Americans are increasingly interested...
Stephanie Lauritzen
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