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According to the Census Bureau, 4.4 million U.S. homes had three generations or more living in the same home in 2010. “Doubled-up households” have grown tremendously (10.7 percent) from 19.7 million households in 2007 to 21.8 million households by the spring of 2011. (Doubled-up households include an extra, non-student, adult who isn’t a partner or… READ MORE


Bathroom Remodeling is on the Rise in Washington DC Homes

Bathroom remodeling is on the rise in Washington DC homes. According to the National Association of Homebuilders, bathroom remodel projects have increased in the last two years, up 17 percent. In fact, they are the most common remodeling project these days. For home sellers, this means doing all you can to position the all-important bathrooms… READ MORE


Consider an Addition to Your Washington DC Home

Are you considering an addition to your Washington DC home? You’ll need to think about the size of your Washington DC area home in comparison to those in your neighborhood, when considering a room addition. If your home is one of the smaller or average sized houses in the neighborhood, then adding a room or… READ MORE


Kids Bathroom Remodeling in Your Washington DC Home

Kids grow fast, and bathroom remodeling in your Washington DC home requires time, effort and money. Therefore, consider subtle changes in design. The design should be comfortable, practical, easy to clean and safe. Wondering which colors to choose? You may consider a main color, with a complementary color to give a good contrast. Or a… READ MORE


Quality and Value Driving Growth for Green Builders in Washington DC

An estimated 17% of new homes constructed during 2011 were “green homes.” Experts believe that in coming years, more than 1/3 of new homes will be green. Green builders in Washington DC, Hanlon Design Build, agree with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) that this market growth is due to higher quality green homes… READ MORE


What to look for in a Luxury Homes Builder in Washington, DC

What are the qualities of a luxury homes builder in Washington, DC? Quality vs. Quantity Unlike average homes, building luxury homes in Washington, DC requires double the effort, time, and money. As such, a true luxury home builder constructs only a few luxury homes per year. Design & Build Process An expert luxury homes builder… READ MORE