Posts Tagged ‘CAD’
Tuesday, August 14th, 2012
A backyard deck or patio is the foundation of an outdoor living space, family fun, and entertaining friends. When 
planning the project and space there are some obvious things to consider. How big to build it? What material will we use? How much will it cost? There are a few more things to consider that may be a part of a deck or patio project, but are often overlooked up front. Having options and decision pop up during or after construction causes delays, headaches, and extra cost; all of which neither a remodeler nor homeowner wants.
Here are five things from the Design Build Pros to consider when planning a deck or patio project: (more…)
Tags:CAD, computer-aided design, deck, deck and patio lighting, Design Build Pros, Design Build Remodeling, Jason Parsons, Neil Parsons, patio, pergola, portico, retractable awning, South Jersey remodeler, Under Construction Builders
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Friday, April 27th, 2012
Monday, 4/23/12, at about 5:30 PM Connor, my oldest son, asks me to take him to work with him for “Take Your Child to Work Day”. ”Sure”, I tell him, “What day is it?” ”Thursday”, is his reply. THURSDAY? How am I going to possibly make Thursday work? ”Sure Connor, I’ll take you.” ”OK, but are we going to sit in front of you computer all day? That’s kind of boring.” That, coming from the kid who could glue himself to a DS, but the thought of watching me design makes school look like the better option.
As a part of the design team at Design Build Pros, a good portion of my time is spent in my home office, working on CAD (Computer Aided Designs) for my clients, as well as other DBPros’ clients and clients from our Preferred Remodeler Network. I do meet with homeowners at their homes during design, and visit the active jobsites as they progress. However this week, I have two design projects that must be complete by the end of the week as well as some alterations a homeowner requested to a third plan, on top of my “normal” work load, and was not planning on leaving my desk. On top of it all, rain is in the forecast for most of NJ on Thursday. I’ll just have to make it work.
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Tags:additions, CAD, design, design build, Design Build Pros, fireplace, Jason Parsons, kitchen cabinets, master bedroom, patio paver, phase remodeling, remodeling, roof deck, take you child to work day, take your child ot work day
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Monday, April 23rd, 2012
When it is time for a new kitchen the requests have a common theme: bigger, open, island, and more everything. The Design Build Pros team meets many homeowners seeking to remodel their kitchen seem to have one, unified voice: “We want a larger kitchen, with an open floor plan, dine-at island, more cabinets, more counter space, more storage…more, more, more.” Design-wise, all can be incorporated, but extra home space is required. No one is surprised to hear that kitchens are the most expensive rooms to remodel. Now more space means new space as in an addition. Doubling the space of a kitchen with an addition undoubtedly doubles the cost of the project. After calculating all the items required to fully complete, the homeowner investment most likely well exceed $100,000 for a 200+ square foot kitchen and addition project. (more…)
Tags:addition, backsplash, CAD, countertop, design, design build, Design Build Pros, Kitchen, remodel
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Monday, April 16th, 2012
When speaking with homeowners about a kitchen remodel, an island is high on their wish list for their new space. Aside from added storage and counter space, an island can contribute to the function of a kitchen in many other ways. It can be a space to have a quick bite to eat, for a someone to sit while you prepare for a gathering, to direct people to other areas of your home (and away from the cooking area), and to simply stage food for your party. Aesthetically, it can conceal your cooking or prep areas from the dinner table or family room as well as add accent materials and colors for your cabinets and counter top.
However, the size of your kitchen will determine if an island will fit, what shape it can be, and how it can function. At a minimum, an island will need 36″ of walkway between it and another cabinet, an appliance, or a wall, but for a comfortable cooking and entertaining experience, a little more space should be considered, especially if more than one person will be cooking the same time. A properly trained kitchen designer will be able to help you determine the best spacing for you. At Design Build Pros, we group islands into 2 main categories: 1-Tier and 2-Tier. 1-Tier islands have one consistent counter height (generally 36″). 2-Tier islands, as you would expect, have counter tops set at 2 different heights, with the main area being 36″, and an accent or seating area at 42″ (bar height). In some instances, where a table is to be integrated, or a wheelchair accessible area is designated, the secondary areas will be lower than 36″ (more…)
Tags:Cabinet design, CAD, Chief Architect, Counter Tops, design, Design Build Pros, Jason Parsons, Kitchen design, kitchen islands, Neil Parsons
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Thursday, March 1st, 2012
When I am asked to design a kitchen, I am asked to incorporate all sorts of ideas, colors, and cool kitchen gadgets and appliances. When one client asked to incorporate Oil-Rubbed Bronze Appliances to their new kitchen, it was the first request I have had for such an item. I, like most of you, went to Google Images to see how this idea would work in a kitchen.
Here is one of the pictures I found. These are Jenn-Air Appliances featured on their websiteWhile I was afraid the look would feel too “trendy”, to me, it gives a warmer touch than Stainless Steel Appliances while maintaining the commercial credentials that foodies are looking for.
My client also saw a brochure style picture like this one. Now, after reviewing their Kitchen space, Colonial home style, and their answers to our unique Project Profile Questionnaire, I am ready to design a new kitchen, custom for their home, their needs, and there wants.
In addition, the CAD-based software allows me to show them photo-realistic, 3-D color images of the new Kitchen and adjacent Family Room
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Tags:appliances, bronze appliances, CAD, Colonial, computer design, design, Design Build Pros, Design Build Remodeling, Jason Parsons, Kitchen, oil-rubbed bronze, oil-rubbed bronze appliances, trendy
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Monday, October 24th, 2011
Jason Parsons
The home remodeling project design and development process is define by the team at Design Build Pros. The staff has diverse experience in the industry including structural and finished carpentry, extreme remodeling on HGTV, design training from the National Association of the Kitchen and Bath industry, and Computer Aided Design drafting training. Recently, Jason Parsons, Design + Build Specialist at DBP won a “Best Design” award from software provider Chief Architect.
The custom design and development process that Design Build Pros offers provides a homeowner with a project reference binder that includes: three design/layout options, detailed floor plan, 3-D color elevation views, overviews, furniture placement, 47-category scope of work, 50-category breakdown of pricing by project phase, plus and minus options for specifically discussed scope options, breakout of product selection items and allowances, and a color-coded calendar showing start, duration, and guaranteed completion dates. (more…)
Tags:architect, CAD, design, design build, Design Build Pros, home improvement, Kitchen, remodel
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