When designing a home, many people fall prey to the idea that they have to choose just one narrow style or design. You can actually create a more interesting and unique home by combining two styles. At TAB Associates, two styles that we love to blend together are contemporary and country. By blending architectural elements of both styles, […]
read moreThe ideal home appears to be integrated into the surrounding landscape, rather than disrupting it. To achieve this look, the architect and home owner must work together to choose the proper site for the home and to work the home around the landscape. There are a couple of different ways to achieve this: Rustic Exterior […]
read moreIf you’re a fan of warm tones or interesting colors in kitchens, then you’ll love this year’s trends. All-white designs are out and natural materials with bold designs are in. Here are a few of the hottest kitchen trends for 2014: Blue: This color might seem like an odd choice for a kitchen, but it’s […]
read moreWhen you have an impressive art collection, it’s important to make sure that your home gives you a good way to display it. Instead of having all the pieces in one room, you can spread them around if you have the right home design. Use the following tips to create a home that serves […]
read moreWood can add a warm and natural touch to any home. When designing a home with wood, it’s important to think about how this material can reflect on a home and share its story. Keep these tips in mind when using wood in a home’s design: Create contrast. Combining wood with a starker material, like […]
read moreMost homeowners settle on using more plants and fresh flowers to incorporate nature in their home. But what if you could open up your home to nature through your building design? Work with your architectural designer to incorporate the following nature-friendly components into your home. Traditional Living Room by Edwards Architects & Designers TAB ASSOCIATES […]
read moreBalancing your need for protection from the sun with its appeal is important in sunny climates. Instead of blasting your air conditioner over the summer, explore the suggestions below for incorporating sun control into your building design. Stone walls. Stone walls are a fascinating building material because they store and release the warmth of the […]
read moreA key benefit of designing your home is the ability to incorporate distinctive features not available in most track homes. The transition between interior and exterior space is a common design trend, which has led to use of interior courtyards in the home. Modern Bedroom by San Francisco Architects & Designers John Maniscalco Architecture via […]
read moreTo create a home that truly embodies you, architects incorporate unique features that make your home specially suited to your lifestyle. Traditional Patio by Edwards Architects & Designers TAB ASSOCIATES INC via Houzz Check out some distinctive architectural features below that add character to home design: Layering. In larger spaces architects use the layering technique […]
read moreArchitecture is much more than slapping on a roof, doors and windows. Visualizing the shapes and forms that go into a home, and keeping those shapes balanced, is an important aspect: balanced geometry, the act of combining various shapes into a collected whole, adds character to the home. Octagons and Rectangles. The 8-sided octagon is […]
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