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Kitchen or Bathroom Remodel – Which Should You Do First?
You may have bought your new house with plans to renovate and now that you’re moved in, you don’t know where to begin! Should you start with the kitchen or bathroom? It’s very easy to become overwhelmed when planning a home remodeling project. Where or what is my...Be Our Guest: A Carriage House Addition
Whether you currently have a carriage house on your property, or considering building an extra structure to host guests, the idea of carriage house is appealing. Carriage houses (sometimes referred to as guest house, or coach house) were originally...The Pros and Cons of a Walk-In Shower
When beginning a bathroom remodel, there are many factors to consider, like vanity style, tile selection, paint color and more. Probably the biggest decision you’ll face though is what to do regarding the shower and/or tub. There are so many options, like traditional...St. Louis Aluminum Window Replacement
History of Aluminum Window Installation in St. Louis Aluminum windows were a popular choice for St. Louis home builders in the 1980’s and 1990’s. Aluminum windows provided a cheaper alternative to wood or steel windows. They often came in many different...The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) 2018 Trends
The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) was held in Orlando in January and our Mosby designer, Jake Spurgeon, gives the inside scoop of 2018 Trends. 1) Rustic Finishes and Materials still Holding Strong If French Provincial is your “exprimer des...Game On! Design a Winning Basement
Beat the winter blues and enjoy your finished basement Basements and lower levels are the ideal place to bring larger ideas to life. What is your ideal space? A game room, wine cellar, home movie theater… whatever your ideal basement is, Our architects can...How to Handle recent St. Louis Ice & Wintry Weather with Your Home
Last evening in St. Louis, we experienced a range of wintry mix and ice pelting on our roofs, decks and driveways. At Mosby, we like to take preventative measures to lessen the effects of ice and snow on our homes. Ice on Driveways, Porches and Walkways One of those...New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home
The new year brings new opportunities, a fresh start and of course, new year’s resolutions. What better way to bring those new year resolutions to your home! A great way to start is by deep cleaning and taking inventory your home as you pack away the holiday...
7 Kitchen Island Design Ideas to Whet Your Appetite
Kitchen islands are practically a must-have because they take care of so many needs. But one size does not fit all. Good kitchen island design takes into consideration how you use your kitchen. This determines what functions the island will handle, which then inspires...
Beware the Culture of Change Orders
By Mark McClanahan, President of Mosby Building Arts The remodeling industry is tough on consumers. The Better Business Bureau typically receives more complaints annually about remodeling companies than any other industry. Considering this – along...
Is Your Deck Safe? 9 Things to Look For
With the outdoor living season in full swing, we’re bound to hear more stories about deck collapses. In the past 10 years, there have been more than 800 reported injuries at an average rate of 21% per year. In many cases, the failing decks were built incorrectly, not...
Before & After: Remodeling a Crestwood Ranch Home
With the kids off to college, a couple wanted to make their 1960s ranch home in Crestwood, MO more inviting, and have amenities they’d always longed for. On their list of desires: a large master bathroom; designing a new kitchen with a breakfast nook and fireplace;...