Tag Archives: Outdoor Living Space

Planting in your Outdoor Space

This entry was posted in Home and Family Lifestyle, Outdoor Living Space and tagged Design Build Planners, Fort Wayne, Garden, Organic Gurl'z Gardens, outdoor garden, Outdoor Living Space, planting on March 4, 2016 by Andrew Parsons.

Hi There, Fellow Gardeners!

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This is AnnahMarie. Today, Organic Gurlz Gardens of Fort Wayne, Indiana will be sharing information on Planting in your Outdoor Space. Planting in raised garden beds and pots: To organize your growing, start planting in raised beds! Growing is quite functional in garden beds and you can keep the great outdoors nicely managed at the same time. In addition, pots are easy to move, and look great adorning a spot on the deck. Continue reading →

Home Shows vs Houzz

This entry was posted in Remodeling Industry Information and tagged bathroom, Design Build Planners, generator, home show, houzz, kitchen remodel, Outdoor Living Space on January 21, 2016 by Neil Parsons.

Are you planning a home remodeling project? Where do you start gathering information and ideas? Two of the most common options are the internet and home shows. Both venues can offer great insight to projects, companies, products and design ideas. While both are viable, they have a different set of pros and cons and may cater to different audiences.

Design Build Planners at the Remodeling home show (1)

Home shows are a group of company exhibits set up in a building, typically for a weekend, for consumers to visit and view. Admission for an adult will range from free to perhaps $12. Often there are coupons or discounts available from either the show promoter or individual exhibitors. While attending, homeowners can see the displays of the companies that may range from full service, general contractors to individual trades people like painters, electricians, architects, designers, siding installers…etc. There may also be suppliers there displaying products that may include appliances, tile, windows, generators…etc. Continue reading →

Fiberglass Decking for Balconies and Rooftops

This entry was posted in Home and Family Lifestyle, Outdoor Living Space and tagged deck, fiberglass, Outdoor Living Space, patio, roof deck on November 2, 2015 by Andrew Parsons.

Fiberglass Decking for Balconies and Rooftops

Outdoor living spaces are a hot commodity that is quickly becoming a major value added feature for many homeowners. Balconies and rooftops are built to provide indoor comfort outdoor and most people are looking for building materials that are both durable and attractive. Fiberglass (Glass Reinforced Plastic) -GRP or (Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic) – GFRP is a material manufactured out of a combination of various elements. Primarily, it is made of a fiber reinforced plastic resin and then intercut with fine fibers of glass for added strength and durability. It goes through a rigorous manufacturing process that produces a tensile material wit superb quality that makes it suitable for outdoor installations. Continue reading →

Blue Stone Patio

This entry was posted in Home and Family Lifestyle, Outdoor Living Space and tagged blue stone, Outdoor Living Space, patio, porch, portico on October 28, 2015 by Andrew Parsons.

Blue Stone Patios

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Adding a blue stone patio to your home means increasing the value of your home. This offers you a place where you can relax and spend ample time with your family and friends. Obviously, before undertaking a remodeling project, one must first look at the cost or expenses that the work will incur. Thus, one needs prior adequate planning after deciding that he or she wants to install a blue stone patios to their homes. They also come in two different types that is the thermal and irregular designs. The irregular blue stone pavers can have an average cost of about $4 to $8 per square foot while the thermal blue stone pavers usually can have an average cost of about $5 to $8 per square foot so it is up to the user or buyer to decide which one best suits his or her needs. The blue stone is always preferred by many home users due to its strength and durable capabilities. This also makes it a good choice for patios and other outdoor areas that usually receives high amount of traffic. Continue reading →

Physical and Mental Benefits of a Hot Tub

This entry was posted in Home and Family Lifestyle and tagged Hot Tub, mental health, Outdoor Living Space, physical health, relaxation, therapy on October 16, 2015 by Andrew Parsons.

Physical and Mental Benefits of a Hot Tub

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A hot tub is more than a fun way to socialize and relax. It can help to improve your physical and mental health. A variety of medical conditions can be eased or aided by regularly using a hot tub; just check with your doctor before using one, especially if you are pregnant, to ensure that it is suitable for you. It is also important to check that the hot tub is cleaned regularly, so that the hot tub’s effects on your health are all positive. Continue reading →

Maintain a Beautiful Lawn Organically

This entry was posted in Home and Family Lifestyle and tagged dandelion, Design Build Planners, Fort Wayne, ginger tea, lawn care, Organic, Organic Gurl'z Gardens, Outdoor Living Space on September 26, 2015 by Neil Parsons.

Hi There, Fellow Gardeners! This is AnnahMarie and Becca. Today, Organic Gurlz Gardens of Fort Wayne, Indiana will be sharing information on how to Maintain a Beautiful Lawn Organically Ever had the “dream” yard vision? Just imagine; sitting on your lovely deck, sipping some refreshing home-brewed ginger tea, and looking out at the gorgeous-green carpet lawn. In the humorous contrast of reality, you are not sitting, your scrambling to your yard; the ginger tea is replaced with chemical-filled pesticides in one hand and a bag of weed a feed in the other. Continue reading →

Porcelain Pavers for Your Back Yard Patio

This entry was posted in Home and Family Lifestyle and tagged Outdoor Living Space, patio, pavers, porcelain, porcelain pavers on September 24, 2015 by Andrew Parsons.

Porcelain Pavers for Your Back Yard Patio

When taking a look at your back yard patio, or outdoor living space, one option to consider is porcelain pavers. Durability and versatility are two impressive quality possessed by this material. These pavers can be placed directly over grass, sand, gravel, or existing flooring, or can be used with spacers or risers. Further, their colors remain unchanged over time, and materials are anti-slip, frost resistant, and easy to install and maintain. Continue reading →

Ceiling Fans for Your Remodeling Project

This entry was posted in Home and Family Lifestyle, Outdoor Living Space and tagged ceiling fan, cooling, Outdoor Living Space, Temperature on August 13, 2015 by Andrew Parsons.

History

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Ceiling fans first appeared in the United States during the late 1800’s. In the beginning, to run the fans, a stream of water turned a turbine which turned a belt. The belt turning would turn the two fan blades. In 1882, Philip Dieli invented the first ceiling fan that was powered by a motor. He used the same engine that was used to power the Singer Sewing Machine. By the time, the First World War started most fans were equipped with four blades. More blades on the fan caused it to circulate more air. The fan was also quieter than they were when the fan had two blades. Continue reading →

Outdoor Living Space in Union County, NJ

This entry was posted in Home and Family Lifestyle, Outdoor Living Space and tagged deck, fire pit, Outdoor Living Space, patio, portico, remodeling on July 4, 2015 by Andrew Parsons.

Homeowner Idea for an Outdoor Living Space Project in Union County NJ (2)

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The Design Build Planners team has a new project on tap: designing an outdoor living space that includes a patio, portico over hang, and fire pit. Like most homeowners, the new DBP client wants the project done as soon as possible. The difference? This project is more along the lines of a necessity. The existing area is hazardous, and the homeowner's have a young child. The overall objective for the Design Build Planners: have the outdoor living space project completed, by a DBP Network Remodeler, before the end of the year and do so within a modest budget. Continue reading →

Custom Pool Building

This entry was posted in Home and Family Lifestyle, Outdoor Living Space and tagged custom pool building, exterior, outdoor entertainment, outdoor fireplace, Outdoor Living Space, pool on June 25, 2015 by Andrew Parsons.

Custom Pool Building

If you’ve ever envied your neighbors’ pool and you’re thinking about investing in your own, start your research months ahead of the actual construction day. For custom pool building, nothing is more important than proper planning. This will be one of biggest additions to your house; it will impact how the exterior looks, and how your family passes the free time. Also, it will add up some costs to your regular budget, for cleaning and regular maintenance, so it’s vital to make sure you don’t bite more than you can chew. Continue reading →

HG – Toms River, NJ

Design Build Planners are excellent! They are professional, on time and very helpful. I would recommend this company to anyone looking to do a remodel project.

2014-02-07T09:38:12-04:00

Design Build Planners are excellent! They are professional, on time and very helpful. I would recommend this company to anyone looking to do a remodel project.

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KW – Rockaway, NJ

Jason and Neil are always available to answer your questions, if you need them to see something you’re unhappy with they will be there as soon as they can. I feel like I'm the only one they are working with, because they are there when you need them to be. They treat you like a friend and family. It's very comforting.

2014-02-07T09:38:41-04:00

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RSG – Long Island, NY

Design Build Planners are certainly that- pros! Thank goodness I found Design Build Planners on Houzz. Neil and Jason Parsons listened to what we wanted, as to the look and feel of the house and came up with a few plans for the exterior with the 2nd floor addition.

2014-03-20T08:39:36-04:00

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BK – Bridgewater, NJ

Jason genuinely listened to our needs, took the time to understand how our family lives in our home, and incorporated that into the designs. Nearly all of our feedback has been included in each of the designs, and any remaining items were openly discussed with pros/cons, and what our options are

2014-02-07T09:39:24-04:00

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RA – Ortley Beach, NJ

When we called Design Build Planners, Jason took time away from his family and came on a Saturday. He was very knowledgeable and through and spent a few hours going over all our damage with us. He was very responsive to all our needs and we have recommended Design Build Planners to our neighbors.

2014-02-08T04:41:01-04:00

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CK – Old Bridge, NJ

The fact that they have “Pro” in their company name is very fitting as they were consummate professionals in all aspects of the project. They are very respectful, knowledgeable and are excellent listeners, oh and by the way they just happen be really good at designing too!

2014-02-08T04:42:19-04:00

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ST – Atlantic Highlands, NJ

I love the finished basement designs that Neil and Jason gave us! They were definitely professional, friendly and knowledgeable. I give them the highest recommendation!

2014-03-20T08:41:16-04:00

I love the finished basement designs that Neil and Jason gave us! They were definitely professional, friendly and knowledgeable. I give them the highest recommendation!

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SP – North Plainfield, NJ

Jason and Neil – We are thrilled with our remodel – thank you. The kitchen and master bath are beautiful and look just like the computer design. The remodeler selected for us and the vendors were wonderful to work with. The budget was definitely helpful in planning.

2014-02-08T04:51:02-04:00

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KA – Red Bank, NJ

As a design professional that has worked with the Design Build Planners for years, I can easily give a 5-star recommendation. They are the business of “customer service” which is rare in this day and age. Drawing together a complete group of experts to execute each job, they are on top of the project the whole step of the way. This last project was no exception!!

2014-02-08T05:50:42-04:00

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PA – Berkeley Heights, NJ

I met with Design Build Planners jedi-master Jason Parsons yesterday and he is now national. Anyone with a conceptual idea for work on their house or wants to start working towards a finished product, contact him. The guy is a consummate professional and a good trustworthy man.

2014-02-08T05:51:17-04:00

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NM – Keyport, NJ

These guys are GREAT!!! I’ve been working Neil and Jason and their clients through a variety of remodelers for quite a number of years now. Every client I’ve ever worked with has been impressively satisfied with the end results! Their professionalism and attention to detail is second to none and the service they offer is immeasurable.

2014-02-08T05:52:16-04:00

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GM – Rahway, NJ

Over the years I have had the opportunity to get to know both Jason and Neil as co-workers and competitors. Their professionalism and integrity, as well as their product knowledge, are second to none. They have insight into design, cost and budget, and I have yet to hear of a dissatisfied customer. They remain a resource for me, and I look forward to working with them in the future on other projects.

2014-02-08T05:53:22-04:00

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JG – Parlin, NJ

We have dealt with other companies for other issues in our house and have had many unpalatable experiences. This job, as extensive as it was, has been the best experience we have had with any company. We would hire them again in an instant to do future work on our house.

2014-02-07T09:38:59-04:00

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JC – Highlands, NJ

I contacted Design Build Planners to schedule a consultation prior to making a home purchase to seek advice from a professional. I spoke with Jason Parsons, who really went out of his way to answer my questions, and research the potential issues I was facing with a renovation. After explaining my concerns, Jason quickly provided several solutions, and answered unforeseen questions.

2014-02-08T04:44:01-04:00

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