Modern intervention: Ever pass by one of the scores of late modern home and wonder how it could be better? Had a chance this week to do a house survey for a builder friend of mine who is flipping a house and it got me wondering what small changes could be made to the front facade. A new front door, lighting, and a new large window unit are non structural changes easily made. Extending out from the cantilever with a proper portico would be a larger investment but a bigger impact too. What changes would you make?

A couple of backyard creations we are planning for next spring builds. Now is the time to assess and plan for 2027.

This may not surprise you, but it costs alot to build a home right now. Can you live large in a smaller footprint? I think so with thoughtful design. Concept renders for a narrow lot home. With a width of under 28 feet this design would easily be at home on a city lot. Floor plan versions with up to four bedrooms under 2000 square feet and dimensioned for simple spans for less waste in building. Front and back porches can expand based on orientation and use.