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Architecture, Bathrooms, Design & Remodeling, Exterior Design, Exteriors by Mosby, Home Makeovers, Kitchens, Personal Spaces, Remodeling
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...
Exterior Design, Lighting, Miscellaneous, Room Additions
Many homeowners are faced with an age-old dilemma; add on to your existing home to gain the extra space you desire. Or trade up to something larger that has the amenities you are lacking. If you are happy with the things you can’t change about your home—such as the...
Accessible Design, Bathrooms, CAPS, Exterior Design, Personal Spaces
Written by: Tanya Yaacoub From pancake breakfasts to movie nights, our homes are filled with memories that we may not wish to part with simply because of physical limitations. Whether it’s age or a medical condition that is slowing you down, there are changes...
Doors, Exterior Design, Exteriors by Mosby, Miscellaneous
A front door says a lot about the person who lives there. It’s the first impression the outside world gets, and it should reflect your personality and style. When it comes to curb appeal, your choice of door can make a dramatic statement. If your current door is tired...
Exterior Design, Exteriors by Mosby, Outdoor Living
You’ve put in a lot of work on the interior of your home, but don’t underestimate the impact your house’s exterior can have. With the flip of a switch and some strategically placed lights, you can add beauty, drama, and allure to the outside of your home. If exterior...
Exterior Design, Exteriors by Mosby, Roofing, Siding
Tall homes are a challenge to remodel because you need to reach those heights to do the work. At Mosby, we’re lucky to have ways to make a St. Louis exterior remodeling job easier, safer and cheaper: drones and lifts. Previously we discussed the expense of exterior...
Bathrooms, Design & Remodeling, Exterior Design, Kitchens, Outdoor Living, Remodeling
Designers love to make design predictions for the coming year. But at the halfway point of 2017, we want to summarize the emerging trends we’ve seen so far this year in the homes of our St. Louis remodeling clients. Both inside and out, here are some projects trending...
Decks, Exterior Design, Outdoor Living
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...
Exterior Design, Windows & Doors
It’s easy to take a front door for granted. Some households barely even use them! Now would be a good time for you to take a detached, critical view of your front door, and determine if the time has come to replace it. Here are 5 reasons why:1. Curb AppealA new door...
Decks, Exterior Design, Outdoor Living, Remodeling
Don’t wait until you have ditched your winter coat for shorts and flip flops to begin planning your new outdoor space. If you want to enjoy it for the spring and summer, it needs to be planned now, in the winter. Whether it is an outdoor kitchen, patio, or deck, it...
Exterior Design, Remodeling, Repairs & Advice
The landscaping around your home is vulnerable to a construction crew. Exterior projects can put the crew directly in the flower beds and bushes up against the home. Heavy equipment and work boots can tear up a lawn. Protecting your landscaping during a remodeling...
Exterior Design, Windows & Doors
Kurt Doll, Exteriors By Mosby Consultant Often times exterior remodeling is done out of necessity. Fixing a leaky roof or rotting siding is understandably of greater priority than improvements done purely for aesthetics and pleasure. However, it...
Exterior Design, Water Management
After every heavy rain in St. Louis, Exteriors By Mosby consultant Kurt Doll is extra busy detecting and correcting water leaks. With hopes that you never need call him because of a water problem, Kurt shares these water management insights with you. Who doesn’t love...
Exterior Design, Siding
Look around your neighborhood and you just might see Exteriors By Mosby consultant Kurt Doll up on a roof or inspecting siding. He loves finding exterior remodeling solutions that improve the look of a home while increasing its value. Kurt shares some exterior design...
Accessible Design, Exterior Design
This home, from curb to door, is a great example of universal design. A new front door was the initial reason for the project, but the couple was inspired by Mosby Building Arts to re-think how they wanted their home to function, and how it presented itself to...
