Blueprint Bulletin

What does it take to truly love your space? You might say a functional layout or maybe decor that reflects your style but there is one other thing that our designers always like to incorporate into a space to make it truly feel like home; they add design flairs that create “special moments.” By incorporating…

We might not be all the way to April yet but our recent rain sure does make it feel like it! We all know the old April Showers adage and wait patiently for those May flowers to arrive but what does all this rain bring before we get to May? You guessed it: Mud (and the inevitable…

A few weeks ago we talked about the impact that all the little details that you don’t see have on the outcome of a project. But what matters just as much, if not more, than those types of details? The people behind the scenes who coordinate, document, complete, and share the details to ensure the…

It is so easy to look at the lives of our friends, the lives of individuals we admire, and think that they have it all together. What we miss, in the midst of the “perfect social media life” culture, is what goes on behind the scenes. What happens when the life, the home, the family…

“Let’s talk about all the good things and the bad things, that may be.” Think back to January 1st and all those resolutions you might have made. My guess is, at least one of your resolutions was to live a healthier life in one way or another. You might have thought about running more or…

What does “cozy” mean to you? For some, it’s the feeling of being wrapped in a big soft blanket or putting on a pair of socks that are warm, fresh out of the dryer. For others, it might mean being in a physical space that brings you emotional contentment. Regardless of what it means to…

Take a moment to close your eyes and picture your dream home. What are you picturing? Let me guess, you might be thinking of the outdoor aesthetic, the curb appeal. You also are probably thinking of the “fun” details like a home gym, an incredible kitchen or a swimming pool. One last guess: you most likely were…

“Your dream life won’t build itself” How many times have you heard a catchphrase like this? Probably too many. But when you take a moment to consider this adage in the context of a year that has felt very out of our own control, a little intentionally planned growth & change doesn’t seem like the…

Let me paint you a picture: After months of quarantine, you’re sitting at the dining room table, filled with your work, just minding your own business. One child is clearly *not* paying attention to their virtual schooling as they sit at the center island, the other is somehow working, sprawled out on the floor, paper, pens and cords encircling…

While it may sound cliché, distinct moments in time, like the beginning of a new year, are the perfect moments to cultivate a new perspective of who you want to be, what you want to accomplish, and how you want to live your life. We’re not talking about the cheesy new year goals that most people give…