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Why the tiny garages! C'mon builders- 1 more truss wouldn't kill you.
Why are they so tight? A few mor 2x4s wouldn't hurt, but it sure would have helped! We’ve all seen them—the "WTF" moments in modern home building. You walk into a beautiful new home in Cypress or Katy, the finishes look great, the curb appeal is high, but the moment you try to actually live in the space, things fall apart. In our latest video, "WTF Builders?! Part Five," we highlight a struggle that is becoming all too common in suburban developments: the disappearing gara

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Why hire a designer
The answer is NO! Designers assist you in staying within budget, on task, and on schedule during a remodel. Remember, we are just people...

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Solving Common Door Design Conflicts
Why do builders put SO MANY DOORS in tight spaces? It's like American Gladiator walking down the hallway! Seriously, could someone not...

Kate Loeb
Oct 7, 20241 min read


Modern Bathroom Design: Garden Tub Solutions
At Artosa IDC, we take out far more bath tubs than we put in. It seems to have been a trend in the 90's to put in over sized tubs. The...

Kate Loeb
Oct 7, 20241 min read


Smart Storage Solutions: Solving Common Closet Problems
There are certain things in homes, that are reoccurring themes. I was lucky enough to be able to laugh at these items in my own home,...

Kate Loeb
Oct 7, 20241 min read


How can a designer help keep my budget on track?
Your Designer : Understands what things cost and how to use them to work with your budget. Knows how much material needs to be used, and...

Kate Loeb
Oct 1, 20241 min read


Expert Home Renovation Planning Guide
Step-by-Step guide to Planning a Large-Scale Remodel step #1 - Set your goals for your space Determine what you want to achieve with the...

Kate Loeb
Oct 1, 20242 min read


Complete Home Remodeling Guide & Tips
In this remodel, we opened up the space to the dining room, enlarged the island and updated all finishes. Much better flow!

Kate Loeb
Oct 1, 20241 min read
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