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The Before & After Story of an Exterior Makeover
A Ballwin, MO couple still loved their one-and-a-half story ranch home built in 1978. The location is ideal for them, and interior modifications made over the years provide all they need. The exterior of the home needed some maintenance updates, and this highlighted...A Beautiful Exterior Makeover in Chesterfield
This 1975, single-family, conventional home in Chesterfield was built utilizing masonry construction with a stone exterior. After many years, the homeowners realized that the right exterior enhancements could significantly improve their home’s curb appeal. They...Porch Perfect: Updating Your Front Porch
Often, homeowners are surprised at what a difference a front porch can make to their home. Curb appeal is a defining characteristic of a home’s aesthetics, and while the interior of the home can be just as interesting, the outside is what makes the first impression....How Energy Efficient Is Your Home?
Is it the middle of winter and your furnace is running, but your home still feels drafty? Whether your home is old or new, there are a few items to check to make sure you’re getting the most energy efficiency out of your home. Attic Insulation How can you tell if you...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...Elegant Sunroom Addition
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...Thriving In Place: Accessible & Universal Design
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 that can be made to your home to...Choosing A New Front Door
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...Take Your Home To New Heights With Outdoor Lights
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...
Reaching the Heights with Drones & Lifts
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...
The Top 7 Remodeling Trends (so far) of 2017
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...
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...