The Design Matters Blog
Advice On New Home Design And Construction, Kitchen And Bath Remodeling, And Living Space Renovation.
Ultimate Guide to Mid Century Modern Remodels
Here is your ultimate guide to the mid-century modern design style and what you can incorporate in your home to achieve it.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Remodeling in Ann Arbor
Explore the home remodeling process and learn if Forward Design Build is a good match for your Ann Arbor, Michigan remodel.
Do These 3 Tasks Before Starting Your Home Remodel
Explore three considerations before starting your Ann Arbor kitchen, bathroom, or whole home remodel.
Industry Trade Partners: 3 Benefits of a Strong Extended Team
Discover how our trade partnerships with local electricians, plumbers, painters, and more benefit Ann Arbor homeowners.
Pushing Forward: How We're Adjusting so You Don't Have To
Here's what we've done to make sure your remodel can be completed as soon as possible, without interruption.
Matterport Tours: Experience Homes in a New Way
Explore the benefits of virtual tours and give you a chance to experience some of our latest remodels right at home.
Pay It Forward: Building a Stronger Ann Arbor Community
Forward Design Build Remodel supports and gives back to the Ann Arbor community through year-round initiatives; here are just a few.
Considering a remodel? Now is the best time to get started.
This new normal often looks very different from our pre-pandemic experience — and in many cases, that’s actually a good thing! After all, change can be a great thing! Here are three big reasons to get going on that home project…
2021 Tile Trends
Top tile trends for your Ann Arbor, Michigan remodel, from kitchen backsplashes to bathroom showers and walls.
Avoid These Open-Plan Design Mistakes
Many homeowners are in love with the open-concept design these days, but there are some ideas that should be avoided when planning the remodel. To your benefit, a home remodel designer will know all the right tips and tricks.
6 Easy DIY Energy-Saving Hacks for Your Ann Arbor Home
If you’d love to make your Ann Arbor home more energy-efficient, but aren’t ready for a remodel or retrofit for a greener home, you can still save money on your energy bills this winter. These simple tasks can boost your home’s coziness factor while cutting your spending, and you can do them yourself.
Is 2x4 or 2x6 Home Construction Better for Saving Energy?
It's important in Ann Arbor to consider energy savings when building an addition or remodeling. Learn if 2X6 home construction is better than 2x4 for R-Value.
How to Choose a Fireplace
Fireplaces can be a great gathering spot, but they can also be difficult to choose. Consider these options before adding a fireplace to your home.
Creating a Functional Mudroom
A mudroom can be one of the most functional areas of a home, especially in Ann Arbor. Follow these tips to improve your mudroom.
To Move or Improve?
While “to move or to improve” seems to be an easy decision for some, there are many factors that go into making this complex decision.
Finishing Your Basement the Right Way
While the basement is sometimes equated with being a damp, cold area thick with spiders, it doesn’t have to be. In fact, a basement can be an amazingly functional space.
How Much Does a Kitchen Remodel Cost?
Kitchen remodels are the most requested home upgrades. Learn how much a kitchen remodeling project will cost.
5 Factors to Determining Home Remodeling Costs
When you are planning a renovation, it is important to understand these 5 factors that determine the overall cost of the remodeling project.
Best Practices | The Use of Tablets in the Field
Mobile devices and tablets used in construction is becoming prevalent among industry professionals because there are benefits for the client.
Design Matters | 5 Shower Glass Options That Will Amplify Your Bathroom Remodel
Today’s showers have come a long way since the polished brass frames around the door. In fact, showers now come in a variety of styles – from frameless to no enclosure at all. If you are considering glass for your shower, you may be surprised at the options you have available to you.