That’s the thing, right? I’ve seen so many folks try to keep things “clean” and simple on a flat lot, but water just doesn’t care about aesthetics. It...

Normal Construction Loan Lengths: Is There Even a “Standard” Anymore? That paperwork spiral is all too familiar. I remember one project where we swap...

That really resonates. I think people underestimate how much breathing room can change the vibe of a space. I used to be all about filling every corne...

BANK LOAN VS. INVESTOR FUNDING, WHICH MAKES MORE SENSE? Funny how both options can feel like you’re jumping through hoops, just different kinds. I he...

Haha, the penguin documentary mishap actually sounds kinda great... though probably not when you're covered in paint. Have you tried adjusting the mic...

Interesting observations, thanks for sharing. I've been considering permeable paving for a new project, but I'm still on the fence about how it holds ...

Yeah, spacing definitely matters. Had a close call once when sparks jumped past my screen onto dry grass nearby...lesson learned. Gravel and pavers so...

That's a fair point about luxury builds—rigid foundations do have their merits in certain scenarios. I remember working on a project a few years back ...

Interesting perspective—did you find the investors' input helpful at all, or mostly just slowing things down? I've heard some folks say having that ex...

Did they at least clarify what counts as a "significant" scope change? Because honestly, I've seen insurers interpret that pretty creatively, haha. It...

I've wondered the same thing about heat shields myself. My brother got one last year and swears it makes a difference, but honestly, when I visited, I...

Haha, been there myself. Did you find permeable pavers tricky to install at all? I went with a similar setup—French drain underneath—but opted for nat...