Figuring how much construction costs per square foot is really simple to do.  All you need is the total construction amount and the total square footage of the project. Example:  If you have a construction total of $200,000 and you are building 1,800 square feet you divide  $200,000 by 1,800 to get $111.11 per square … Read more

There are many factors that can make home remodeling expensive.  You must take into consideration that the company you hire to do any kind of home remodel or renovation did not build your house, so there are going to be some surprises along the way. New home construction is typically cheaper than home remodeling because … Read more

Building an extra room to your house can be a bit more complicated than you think.  The first thing you need to do is look at the Property Survey (or Plat) and see what the building setbacks are.   Building Setbacks tell you where you are not allowed to build.  Look for any type of Easements … Read more

Rhino Design Build gets this question quite often.  The answer is quite simple.  Start by answering this question:  What kind of a remodeling project am I considering?  (a bathroom remodel, a kitchen remodel, a room addition, upstairs addition, more square footage, tearing down walls to open up the floor plan)  Begin with making a list … Read more

Remodeling your home should be exciting. The reality is it can be very stressful if you are not prepared and don’t do research before you begin your home remodel. In fact, for many people remodeling is nothing but frustration. Chances are they are people who didn’t think their project through as well as they could … Read more

If you are reading this, you are probably considering remodeling your home.  Load-bearing walls always run perpendicular to the ceiling joists of your home.  Ceiling joist can be easily identified as what your sheetrock is nailed to.  Take a look up in your attic and see for yourself.  Insulation will be between them.  A joist … Read more

A well-planned room addition can enhance the style of your home as well as provide new found space, comfort, and increase the value of your home.  There are many reasons for home remodeling or adding living space to your home.  Perhaps your growing family needs another bedroom or bathroom.  (which was the case for the … Read more

A room addition can give your home much-needed space, comfort, and style.  One of the most fun parts of putting an addition on your home is the planning and dreaming stage.  I share the following information with my clients in San Antonio before we begin any room addition or home remodeling project. The first thing … Read more

Home Remodeling should be exciting. I deal with tons of homeowners every year here in San Antonio and Alamo Heights. The reality of it is often less so. In fact, for many people remodeling is nothing but frustration. Prepare yourself for the upcoming project as best as possible.  Chances are they are people who didn’t … Read more