Could you use more space in your home? You may not need to look any further than your lower level. This Gaithersburg, MD home is a perfect example of how to dramatically increase a home’s living space without touching the existing footprint. The homeowners, empty nesters with children and grandchildren that visit often, wanted to […]
It’s not just how a remodel is built that makes it environmentally friendly. It’s the finishing touches that are incorporated that can make all of the difference. Today’s eco-friendly home products are not only good for the environment, but are great to look at and easy to maintain. Here are some of the popular products […]
While in-law suites can be customized to meet your needs, a typical space consists of a private living area within a home with a full bathroom, full or partial kitchen and a door that separates it from the rest of the house. Oftentimes in-law suites even have their own entrance. But what are some options for […]
Times have certainly changed when it comes to the bathroom. The very things that make your bathroom safer and easier to navigate—large, walk-in showers; higher toilets; natural lighting—are also some of the latest design trends. The terms have changed over the years but their purposes have remained the same. Grab bars are now being called […]
Q&A with Paul Cornoni, Partner, Regan Zambri & Long, PLLC Russ Glickman of Rockville based, Glickman Design Build, recently had the honor of serving as a home modification expert witness on a case with Paul Cornoni, Partner, with Regan Zambri & Long, PLLC. The result was the addition of almost 1 million dollars to the […]
1. Bathing: shower and tub accessibility Using a rolling shower seat or fixed shower seat in the shower can accommodate some users. Shower seat should be a height of 17” to 19”. A small stool or plastic chair can allow the bather to sit while taking a shower and can be removed for users who […]
Love your home and neighborhood, but have simply outgrown your space? This is actually a very common situation. It could be that you are expecting a new baby, or you are now working from home and need office space, or possibly have older relatives moving in so that they can be close to you but […]
This McLean, VA family of four loved their 1960’s home and wonderful neighborhood, but had simply outgrown their space. In particular, they were longing to create larger bedrooms for their two boys as well as a space the boys could call their own. They also wanted to better maximize their first floor space. That’s where […]
Functional space and clean contemporary lines were the main goals of this beautiful kitchen and mudroom remodel. This active family of four, living in Great Falls, VA, with their three dogs and two cats, had decided it was time to transform their kitchen and laundry room areas into the functional space they knew they needed if […]
By: Russ Glickman When I meet with a new client about their home remodel, I can feel the excitement in the air. After all, our homes are our oasis and personalizing them to fit our needs only enhances our enjoyment. When thinking about a remodel, I always encourage homeowners to consider not only today’s needs […]