Definitely agree with the convenience factor being a double-edged sword. I've seen it firsthand—had a client who was dead set on using the builder's l...

Smaller spaces definitely have their perks, but honestly, I've seen the opposite happen too. Sometimes when there's less room, clutter just piles up f...

Couldn't agree more. I've noticed that the designs I initially resist the most often end up being the ones clients love. Had a similar situation recen...

I've run into this a few times with custom homes I've built. Had one client who went all out on a kitchen remodel—imported marble counters, hand-craft...

Good point about the bricks—older reclaimed ones definitely vary a lot depending on their original firing process and clay type. I've seen some older ...

I've actually used one of those spark screens for a couple seasons now. They're not foolproof, but they do cut down on sparks quite a bit—especially t...

Had a similar experience when I was helping a client navigate their financing. The lender kept brushing off detailed questions, saying stuff like "eve...

That's a good question, and honestly, I think it depends on what the tech means to you personally. I've seen people go to incredible lengths to keep o...