Low Maintenance Essentials for Easy Indoor-Outdoor Living
in Decorating ideas, Design Ideas, Home Entertainment, Home Ideas, Indoor Outdoor Spaces, Outdoor Living, Trends/by Lowell ManagementThere is so much to look forward to at this time of year! Engaging outdoor spaces will help you celebrate the season, but not if you are burdened with upkeep. While indoor-outdoor living is a hot trend, low-maintenance design is essential for maximum enjoyment. Our tips for choosing the ideal location are listed in Creating Attractive […]
Fashion Week Trends Inspire Home Decor for Spring
in Color, Design Ideas/by Lowell ManagementJust in time for spring, reports from Fashion Week are announcing the latest trends from the runway! The desire to be surrounded at home by these same fresh style and color combinations is just natural. Fortunately the lag time that used to exist between fashion and home décor has almost vanished. You can achieve immediate gratification when refreshing your home with runway inspiration.
Turn Up the Heat with a Variety of Fireplace Designs for Your Home
in Building a New Home, Design Ideas, Outdoor Living, Remodeling/by Lowell ManagementOften identified as a family room fixture, the appeal of a fireplace is now found in throughout the home. We use intentional variety when designing and constructing elements that define a style statement for each of ours. The mantel, hearth, surround, and type of firebox all contribute to the distinctive character.
Built In Storage Ideas for Every Room
in Building a New Home, Decorating ideas, Design Ideas, Home Ideas, How To, Remodeling, Trends/by Lowell ManagementLOWELL thinks about storage in the early planning stages of every building or remodeling project. It can’t be an afterthought; otherwise you end up with cookie cutter solutions that don’t work for most families. Our first step is listening and understanding the unique lifestyle needs of every client.
The latest trend for home design responds to modern living with designated storage space in every room for frequently used items. The beauty and practicality of kitchen and bath storage is expanding to every room. Accommodations for connecting to technology and convenient charging stations are finding multiple locations throughout the home.
Home Color Trends for 2015
in Color, Design Ideas, Trends/by Lowell ManagementHome Color Trends for 2015 based on the best colors we selected from Color of the Year predictions by major color experts.
MARSALA Pantone’s Color of the Year 2015!
in Color, Design Ideas, Trends/by Lowell ManagementWho is Pantone and why should you care? Well, they are actually the international color authority on trends and color messages. Their research has been guiding the colors we see in fashion, architecture and home décor for over 40 years. Now that this earthy hue has been identified as the emerging “it” color, companies […]
Why Fi? Home networks that run as smoothly as your refrigerator.
in Building a New Home, Home Entertainment, Technology/by Lowell ManagementYou settle down with a few friends to watch “House of Cards” on Netflix and so it begins, start…stop… buffering…play…buffering. Arghhh! Isn’t technology WONDERFUL?! The rest of your household runs so smoothly. Your refrigerator keeps things cold – it doesn’t require any attention and rarely lets you down. Your oven cooks things – set […]
Top 5 Smart Features for Your Home
in Building a New Home, Home Entertainment, Technology, Trends/by Lowell ManagementCan your home be smart and pretty? Absolutely! Forbes is predicting an explosion of smart home networks that will become the brains behind you homes good looks. An intelligent mix of wireless technology along with your homes traditional hard wired systems will allow your inner geek to shine whether you are building a new home, […]
How to Choose the Best Home Plan
in Architecture, Building a New Home, Custom Builder, Remodeling/by Lowell ManagementYou don’t have to settle for ordinary home plans. Your home should be customized to fit your personal needs. The floor plan or layout of the room is a key factor for shaping how you live in your home and how happy you are living there. We enjoy guiding new homeowners through the process of […]
Secret Indulgence, True Luxury
in Building a New Home, Custom Builder, Custom Detailing & Millwork, Design Ideas, Trends/by Lowell ManagementLuxury isn’t about necessity; it’s about indulgence. It’s about the wonderful privilege of making a choice between everyday and extraordinary. For some this indulgence can be as simple as chocolate, for other it is a special place created for their personal pleasure. Part of the fun is the secret status. As custom builders we […]
Curb Appeal
in Architecture, Building a New Home, Custom Builder, Custom Detailing & Millwork, Design Ideas, Remodeling/by Lowell ManagementCurb appeal is that “wow factor” that begins with the design of every home. One of the secrets to our success is the attention we give to details during every phase of design and construction. We want to share some of those details we consider so you too can elevate your home to neighborhood celebrity […]
Architectural Millwork – Details Make the Difference
in Architecture, Building a New Home, Custom Builder, Custom Detailing & Millwork, Design Ideas/by Lowell ManagementDetails do count; they define a home and speak a subtle language that everyone understands as quality. The most significant addition is often in the form of millwork. Molding, casing, beams and wood paneling all play an influential role in the feel of a room. These are the details that Lowell takes the time to […]