The Design Matters Blog
Advice On New Home Design And Construction, Kitchen And Bath Remodeling, And Living Space Renovation.
Remodeling A Small Bathroom Layout to Create A Larger Feel
If you're remodeling a small home or adding a powder room, floor space is a premium. Get tips on creating the best small bathroom layout.
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.
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.
Design Matters | Wooden Basement Bar
View this entire basement remodel which includes a sauna, home gym, a private exterior entrance, and more! Find the rest of the project here!
Design Matters | Natural Contemporary Bathrooms
Take a look at one of our newly completed bathroom remodels! To see the whole project, including plans and details, click here.
Cobblestone Farmhouse | Master Bath
An update about the master bath at Cobblestone farmhouse, which features an entire wall of glass for the new shower!
Cobblestone Farmhouse | Half Bath
Updates on the half bathroom project at Cobblestone. The countertop has been installed and we're working on the paint.
Cobblestone Farmhouse | Guest Bath
Guess what? The guest bathroom is going in at the cobblestone farmhouse custom home in Michigan!
Arlington Remodel | Shower Tile
Installation photographs at the Arlington remodeling project in Ann Arbor.
Arlington Remodel | Shower Installation
Photographs of the shower installation at Forward Design Build Remodel's Arlington remodel in Ann Arbor.
Design Matters | Slate Shower
We are fond of this large slate tile shower as a departure from the more typical tile sizes.
Design Matters | Create a Spa Like Bathroom
A relaxing and well designed bathroom can make a huge difference in day-to-day life. You don't need a huge space and a ton of work to get a great bathing experience from your bathroom.
Design Matters | Eco-Friendly Bathroom Flooring
Choosing the right flooring material for a bathroom can be a challenge. The choice must be attractive, durable, and stand up to constant moisture. Here's a breakdown of some great choices.
Design Matters | FDB Named Regional Contractor of the Year
We are pleased to announce that we are the regional winner for the 2012 COTY award for baths between $30,000 and $60,000!