Have some underutilized space in your home? Turn into something useful with a new home office! Whether you’re working remotely, managing your projects and finances, or simply seeking a cozy nook to unwind with a good book, a home office is the perfect place to get...
Remodeling your Kirkwood house can be an exciting, albeit overwhelming task. The fun part is dreaming up all the possibilities. The hard part is choosing a reputable remodeling company in Kirkwood. A Kirkwood home remodel is a significant investment, and like any...
At some point, every home needs something remodeled. Need, desire and money are tied to making these decisions, but what motivates people to finally pull the trigger and take the plunge? As we have been remodeling St. Louis homes since 1947, we are eternally...
What Kind of Remodeling Customer Service Should You Expect? You expect a certain level of satisfactory service from a hotel stay or restaurant meal. Remodeling companies should be held to the same standards, especially because they are working inside your home. Along...
Fall is almost here, and many St. Louisans are gearing up for chili cookoffs, outdoor bonfires, and all the pumpkin-filled porch decor imaginable. This time of year, many homeowners begin making a wishlist of things that would make their home that much cozier in the...
Our basements are a wonderland of possibilities, with all that space waiting to take care of our basic needs like storage or our fondest dreams of an arts and crafts studio, media room, home theater or teenage escape. It can be anything you desire, and this is why...
The Kitchen and Bath Show was held in Las Vegas at the end of January. We were lucky enough to have our very own Jake Spurgeon, Mosby Senior Designer, attend the event so he could give us the scoop on the upcoming trends. Here’s what’s predicted to be hot (or not) in...
When it comes to home remodeling, people often overlook their master bathroom. You start and end your day there, so it should be a space you feel relaxed in and happy about. Our clients who are empty nesters wanted to makeover their master bedroom and bathroom to add...
Aging is an inevitable part of life. And while getting older often leaves us feeling powerless, just know it is possible to live many happy years in the one place that gives you the most comfort – your home. Mosby Building Arts President, Mark McClanahan, is a part of...
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...
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...
A bathroom shower can incorporate many different accessories, all of which can make your showering experience easier and more enjoyable. One accessory homeowners often ask for is a shower bench. Shower benches serve several purposes, some of which you may have never...
Increasing the amount of natural light in your home reduces your reliance on artificial light during the day (also reflected in your electric bill!) while boosting your sense of well-being. Here are 8 ways to light up your life, ranging from do-it-yourself to...
Mosby Ghost Stories: Remodeling in Haunted Homes We remodel St. Louis homes of all ages, and we do love working on century homes. Now, we’re not saying all homes in the 100 year old range are haunted – but homes of that vintage are more prone to having some...
DESIGNER TALK Do You Really Need a Dining Room? Karen Bruns, Mosby Building Arts Designer In the remodeling world, we continually confront this question: Dining rooms – do we really need them anymore? Dining rooms have been a mainstay of the American home forever. But...