Every client deserves a functional and beautiful residence – from the exterior design to interior hardware, each decision makes an impact on the result. After you’ve solidified the layout and overall style of the home, it’s time to switch gears to thinking about the right functional additions that will elevate the design. Windows and doors make a large impact on aesthetics and the homeowners’ every day lives. For example, energy efficient windows can help create a comfortable environment year-round while simulated divided lites can enhance a traditional or farmhouse style design. But one of the most impactful decisions lies with the client’s exterior and interior door choices. Coordinating exterior and interior doors beautifully tie together the exterior design of the property and the home’s interior, creating one cohesive design that’s mindfully crafted. Here are a few ways to raise the bar with coordinating interior and exterior doors. Choose coordinating styles…

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Looking for a contractor to build a beautiful, elevated accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in line with local regulations in Pasadena, California, a homeowner reached out to general contractor Josh Temple of Temple Productions. An ADU is a smaller, secondary house or apartment that’s built on the same building lot of a primary home. Depending on the location, regulations regarding the construction of an ADU vary, meaning the building could be a space within the primary dwelling, an attached addition, or a detached structure. ADU’s are on the rise, and according to Temple, “we’re doing a lot of ADUs…some people want a parent or in-law to live with them because retirement homes are so expensive.” Temple also commented that some homeowners may want additional space for a growing family or staff mentioning that “ADUs are a great solution to all these situations and more.” These tiny homes are making a big…