

This or That Thursday: Plumbing Power
I grew up in a plumbing family. The company my dad started, now owned and run by my brothers, celebrated 46 years in business this year....


This or That Thursday: To Carpet or Not to Carpet?
Every home I have ever lived in has had carpet in the bedrooms. I always assumed that was the norm. However, as I explore the world of...


This or That Thursday: A Window to the Soul
We have always liked the look of white windows and white trim. On our own home we like the crisp pop of color against the brick and the...


Welcome to This or That Thursday
One aspect of building a spec home (i.e. building on speculation that there will be a buyer interested down the road, versus building for...


A Solid Foundation
From blueprints to permits, there's a lot that goes into building a house long before the dirt is ever moved. Although Derek loves the...

Exciting Updates in Argyle!
Spring has sprung here in North Texas and everything has turned green again. Our high school freshmen are doing a wildflower project in...


A Quick Tour of our Belle Cote Circle Lot
We closed on this beautiful 1-acre lot in Argyle, TX last week. We are working on the floor plan as well as the engineering for the home...


Can You Ever Have Too Many Throw Pillows?
Derek and I may disagree on this one. I came home yesterday with several new pillows and he wondered (out loud), "Don't we already have...


A Cozy Corner
We have a gigantic sectional sofa in our family room so I really didn't NEED one more spot to sit. I just WANTED a chair and an ottoman...


Add Some Pizazz to the Bedroom
Need a fresh look in your master bedroom? Here are some fun ideas.