This award-winning bathroom remodel/renovation was truly unique. The client has ALS, a progressive neurodegenerative disease, and therefore needed to convert a basically brand new 18th floor condominium bathroom into an accessible bathroom. Returning from Florida to the DC area in less than a month, the modifications had to be done extremely quickly. The client was away for the duration of […]
For many, the desire to stay in our home as we age is a reality. But often this means that universal design modifications are necessary to increase its comfort and function. Such was the case with the owners of this three-story home in Fairfax County. They loved their house and location, but were finding that as […]
The Glickman team is excited to announce that company president Russ Glickman has recently achieved the prestigious top honor of Master Certified Remodeler (MCR) by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). The designation of MCR emphasizes Glickman’s superior remodeling knowledge, dedication to the industry, and community involvement. NARI’s MCR program measures skill and […]
With summer just around the corner, remember that energy efficiency can keep you cool while saving money and preserving the earth’s energy resources. The average U.S. household will spend about $2,100 on home energy this year, based on data from the U.S. Department of Energy. But taking advantage of some of these tips can help […]
Russ Glickman, along with other industry experts, recently shared ideas with the AARP about creative ways to plan ahead to make your home functional for now and later.
It’s hard to believe but spring really is just around the corner. And what better way to get ready than to give your home’s interior a spring spruce up. Here are a few quick and easy tips to give your home a fresh new look. Vintage light fixtures and cabinet hardware are a great way […]
What do you do when your family outgrows your house, or when the quirks of the place you once found charming aren’t so charming anymore? Is it smarter to move or improve? The answer is it depends on many factors. And this is a question only you will be able to answer. Here are a […]
This busy suburban couple with two young children came to Glickman Design Build in search of a kitchen that worked better for them. The outdated appliances and fixtures, poor lighting and lack of flexibility of eating areas convinced them that now was the time to explore some options. And now that the project is complete, […]
There are many options when it comes to allowing for more enjoyment of the outdoors in your home. One popular choice today is a screened-in porch. Screened-in porches are a relatively affordable way to allow the sunlight and warm summer air in without the bugs and other unwanted visitors. As with any renovation, the most important […]
Silver Spring, MD. The homeowners, perennial city dwellers, decided that they were in a place in their lives that they wanted more space in their home and thus opted to move out to the suburbs. They found a great house on a quiet street with lots of great trees and nice yards. But the interior of the […]