Modern Design in Birmingham, Alabama?

By Catie Farrell, April 5, 2009 | In Home Design |

I have had the pleasure of working with several clients throughout their project, here at Frusterio. One of the best reasons to work with Chuck Frusterio, is because he designs an excellent custom home. I have had meetings with him and a client with nothing but a stack of magazine clippings and before the hour . . .

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Trend: Clients Want Better not Bigger Houses

By Lindsey Walta, October 24, 2008 | In Home Design |

Not too long ago, clients wanted bigger and bigger when it came to house plans. It was not as important to pay attention to the tiny details, as it was to make sure that they had a certain size master or a giant great room.

While many still want large houses, the major trend is . . .

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What does your front door say about you?

By Lindsey Walta, September 17, 2008 | In Home Design |

There is a contest going on right now, put on by Popular Mechanics Magazine, for the “Ugliest Front Door in America.”

www.popularmechanics.com/home_journal/home_improvement/4282576.html

13 submissions deemed to be truly hideous are offered to be voted on for the title of “Ugliest Front Door in America.” These people don’t wonder what their front door is saying . . .

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How to Choose Between an Architect or Residential Designer

By Catie Farrell, July 2, 2008 | In Home Design |

It can be an intimidating and overwhelming thing. You and your family have decided to begin a project that will result in a home truly yours. So let’s begin.

There are basically 2 categories of establishments that can work with you on a custom home design: an architectural firm or a residential design firm.

You will hear . . .

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