Idea Blog
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Building a New Home Takes a Lot (Pun Intended)
For those who want to live in their dream home, finding where to build in the Northern Virginia area is the first hurdle. Between development and zoning, the available land may even feel impossible to locate. For some, it feels... -
Delivering the Perfect UX in our Homes
At AV Architect’s + Builders, when we say we design and build homes for Vacation Style Living™, we consider that one of the last things anyone wants to do on vacation is chores. Home maintenance, is necessary, especially as we... -
Building A Modern Home With Solar Power
At AV Architects + Builders, when we work with clients, we combine our experience and vision with their dreams to create Vacation Style Living™ that perfectly suits their needs. When it came time to build a home in Arlington, Virginia,... -
Two Decades for a Powerhouse Couple at AV Architects + Builders
Partnerships built on love, respect and a mutual appreciation of modern design are the great makings of both a marriage and an architecture firm that builds homes for people who want to enjoy Vacation Style Living ™ year-round. Francisca and... -
Modern Main Level Living
AV Architects + Builders creates custom homes that emphasize Vacation Style Living™, and they recently completed a home that showcases their philosophy. I had the chance to visit their newest design-build project at 1924 Pimmit Drive in Falls Church, Virginia,... -
Modern Outdoor Living Spaces
Imagine going on vacation and being cooped up inside the entire time. That doesn’t have a nice ring to it. When AV Architects + Builders designs a home for Vacation Style Living ™, we make sure we take the entire... -
Careful Thought to All Exterior Details
At AV Architects + Builders, we stay ahead of design trends and opportunities so that we can offer our clients the highest quality features and materials for their Vacation Style Living™ home. When we find an opportunity to innovate in... -
Phased Progress – Taking Things One Step at A Time
At AV Architects + Builder’s we pride ourselves on the clarity and transparency of our process. We want to deliver Vacation Style Living™ to our clients by building their forever home. Just as there are distinct phases to homebuilding, we... -
A Custom Rebuild Forever Home
At AV Architects + Builders, our vision for building homes that make you feel like you are on vacation year-round literally start from the ground up by selecting lots, situating the planned structure, and designing homes that are custom in... -
Wellness in Home Design
At AV Architects + Builders, we deliver homes that make you feel like you are on vacation year round. But what does that mean? For us, “vacation” means a respite from stress – a chance for rest and relaxation. Our... -
Beware of Water – Design, Maintenance and Mitigation Tips
One of the most common causes of damage to a home is water. Flooding can happen in a number of different ways, and it can lead to multiple, expensive complications, including mold. Homeowners should be aware of some critical steps... -
Custom Gifts and Houses
At AV Architects + Builders, we want to make your home feel like you are on vacation year-round. We understand that this feeling is unique to each of our clients, so each of our homes is a custom design, blending... -
Building Relationships and Expressing Gratitude
The holidays are a time for connecting with the people we value, and this applies to both business and personal relationships. At AV Architects + Builders, we believe strongly in the importance of developing long-term, close ties with our clients... -
The Three Scariest Parts of Custom Homebuilding
Nobody wants to live in a home that is just ok. A home should be perfect for you down to the last detail. Unfortunately, when buying a home that is already built, other people had a say in the look... -
Go Clutter-Free in a Modern Home
Modern home design focuses on clean lines, and nothing can interfere with that aesthetic more than clutter. At AV Architects + Builders, we believe in vacation-style living, and when you are on vacation, you shouldn’t be weighed down by stuff.... -
Designing A Healthy Home
Health is top of mind for everyone right now. With a majority of time spent there, the home environment plays a crucial role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. At AV Architects + Builders, health and wellness has always been a... -
5 Ways Your Home Isn’t Working For You
Home should be a retreat and not just a roof over your head. Budget, location, and your age in life should not dictate whether you love where you live. For people who do not have their dream-sized home, the COVID-19... -
Recent Trends in Dual Spaces for the Home
In the architectural world, we have seen a demand increase for interesting additions to the traditional layout and rooms of a modern home. There’s nothing like spending a lot of time at home to come to some realizations about what’s... -
Security For the Home Office
Whether it was put to good use before or not, these days everyone is making the most of their home office. At AV Architects + Builders, we encourage our clients to take security seriously when working from home. We took... -
Using Virtual Reality in Design/Build Architecture
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Q1H5Cns_ts&feature=youtu.be[/embed] A dream custom home begins with an idea and ends with a house made up of thousands of small details. The journey from start to finish requires a homeowner to visualize and decide on all of these details. Left... -
Financing A New Construction Home
So you’ve decided you want to build a custom home? Congratulations! If you are like most people, instead of paying cash for the new property and the construction, you will want to finance your home. Unlike the normal home buying... -
Four Things You Should Know About Home Automation
In the home automation industry, we are seeing a number of interesting trends that are capitalizing on the new technology available. In the past 5-10 years, there has been an increase in home purchasing and building by Gen X and... -
When it Comes to the Size of Your Home, Dreamsize!
At AV Architects & Builders we often meet with clients who are looking to build a new home because they want to change the size of their home – upsize, downsize or rightsize. In our experience, the actual needs and... -
Choosing the Right Design for Your New Construction Home
Originally Published By Ryan Smith Choosing to build your house from scratch means having the opportunity to create the home of your dreams and the chance to create something totally unique to you and your lifestyle. With that tremendous benefit, however,... -
Winter is Coming. Is Your Home Ready?
Having a home takes some regular maintenance. Seasonal changes are a major trigger for tending to your home. With the arrival of winter, here are some key steps to get your home ready for the cold. 1: Protect Your Irrigation... -
What Is the Difference Between Contemporary and Modern Design?
When it comes to design, there are a dizzying number of styles to choose from. Two terms that we hear often are “modern” and “contemporary”. While they have different meanings, modern and contemporary design are often confused for one another. These terms... -
Building Modern in the DMV
People move to the DMV area from all over the world, and its residents travel near and far for career and vacations. So, it’s little wonder that people are inspired by the lifestyle and architecture that they encounter in other... -
We Were Featured In Home & Design Magazine!
While reading the new issue of Home & Design you will find several new ideas for your home and a featured article about us! Yes, we were both fortunate and honored to be featured in this issue of Home &... -
Does Home Design Affect Quality of Life?
Home Design and Quality of Life Ever wonder if home design has an affect on the quality of your life? Or how to express the value of design to your clients? Or how to handle clients that want “cheaper” less... -
6 Unique Ways to Create Indoor/Outdoor Spaces In Your Home
People often think of outdoor living as a lifestyle activity better suited to the beach, in tropical or Mediterranean climates. In fact, an EPA study revealed that, between home, work and automobiles, the average American spends 93% of their life...