Totally relate to this. Occupancy sensors are great, but I ended up going a slightly different route in my own workspace: - Installed dimmable LED pa...

I've done a few builds with advanced framing, and yeah, drywall flex can be a thing. A couple quick thoughts: - Blocking is your friend—strategically...

• Fiberglass definitely gets a bad rap—it's itchy, sure, but manageable if you're geared up right. • Mineral wool is awesome for soundproofing though;...

Great point about comfort vs resale...it's always a balancing act. A few things I've noticed from recent builds: - Energy-efficient upgrades (solar p...

Experienced something similar on a recent build—first appraisal was pretty disappointing. Couple things we did that helped turn things around: - Put ...

Good points about the tablet setup, but honestly, I've found that anything tech-related on-site tends to distract me more than it helps. Here's my tak...

I've seen this debate pop up a lot with my clients, and honestly, the math can be tricky. A few quick thoughts from experience: - If your current win...

I see your point about engineered studs, but honestly, a lot of the issues you're describing can be minimized by carefully selecting and storing regul...

Totally agree on kiln-dried lumber—makes a huge difference. A couple more things I've found helpful: - Framing with engineered studs (like LVLs) can ...