Colorado’s mild climate draws us outside year round. So it’s not a shock that local homeowners consider a deck or patio a landscaping given. But a word to the wise – not all decks and patios are created equal. Either option can quickly turn into a neglected waste of space if practical needs aren’t taken […]
Category: Trends
Should You Move or Remodel?
If you’re ready for a housing change, is it better to buy a different house or remodel what you already own? A quick evaluation of your needs, desires, budget and location can help determine which option is right for you. Think about buying another home, or building new construction, if: Your ideal neighborhood has available […]
Age in Place with Universal Design
You may be ready to spend your golden years in your current home, but is your current home ready for you to age? Aging in place is the ability to live in your home safely, independently and comfortably, regardless of age or ability level, for as long as possible. Staying in your current house as […]
Irish Pub Remodel
To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, we’re sharing a Guinness-inspired basement we remodeled in south Fort Collins.
Before and After: Modern Mountain Retreat
A couple from England loved the bones of their 1990s home and its location in the Laramie Foothills just north of Fort Collins. But they wanted modern European design and an open floor plan to maximize their spectacular views. We sat down with the homeowners to identify basic goals to guide the project: Maintain home’s […]
FIVE Remodeling Trends for 2016
If you resolve to improve your home improvement efforts in the New Year, here are FIVE trends that might inspire your projects. 1. Bold Accent Walls Move over paint and wallpaper. The new way to pop an accent wall in any room of the house is with tile or stone. Unique materials, including reclaimed barn […]
Take the Guesswork out of Remodeling a Guest Bath
As we head into the holidays, the topic of kitchen remodeling will be covered a lot, and rightly so. The kitchen is command central for meals and entertaining, and we’ve written about this room from all angles over the years. Today we’re addressing a less glamorous, yet equally important, topic essential to successful holiday hosting: […]
Wine Storage for Every Palate (and Palette)
A wise person once said, “It doesn’t matter if the glass is half empty or half full. There is clearly room for more wine.” It appears many Northern Colorado homeowners agree. Requests to build dedicated spaces for wine collections are definitely on the rise. Wine storage options run the gamut, from small stand-alone coolers with […]
“Crazy Sexy Smart” Remodel
One of the latest HighCraft remodels is featured in the Fall 2015 issue of Fort Collins Magazine. See how a modest patio home gets a luxurious high-tech makeover. Think metal, glass and dark woods meet leather, velvet and silks in a rich, monochromatic palette … with all the smart-home bells and whistles for remote automation. […]
2015 NoCo Parade of Homes Info
The 2015 Northern Colorado Parade of Homes is happening the second and third weekends in September. Hosted by the Home Builders Association of Northern Colorado (NOCO HBA), the Parade is a perfect opportunity to discover the variety of homes, neighborhoods and builders our region has to offer. The Parade is a self-guided tour you can […]
