We often get calls requesting additions to homes, and at least half of these are exploring the possibility of going up – adding on a full or partial second floor. We have built many of these second floor additions and can handle the structural requirements, permitting and construction. If you are arriving at the conclusion…

It can be really frustrating cramming too many family members into too small a space! And don’t get me started on the frustration caused by too few bathrooms.  So, what if your homes’ footprint is as big as lot clearances allow? Is it hopeless? Will you have to move, or continue with your sardine-like existence?…

You need an addition! Did you know that you can have an addition, even if you cannot expand your homes footprint?  Go up! We have added several partial second floors in the last few years for homeowners whose property (and the required setbacks) did not allow them to expand outward. One of the favorites  has…

Here’s a good quote for that: “Trying to be happy by accumulating possessions is like trying to satisfy hunger by taping sandwiches all over your body.” The Happiness Initiative has a new handbook with simple things you can do to increase your happiness and the happiness of others. The handbook is modeled on the Gross…