If you walk into a home built in the 1970s or 80s in neighborhoods like Great Neck or Bay Colony, you’ll likely find a familiar sight: a kitchen tucked behind a wall, a formal dining room that only sees a tablecloth twice a year, and a lower cabinet system that requires a flashlight and a […]
Design Trends
The Linkhorn Cabin: A Historic Whole Home Remodel and Addition
Originally built in the 1940s as a hunting cabin in the historic Linkhorn Park neighborhood, “The Linkhorn Cabin” has undergone a remarkable transformation. In 2024, this whole-home remodel and addition brought new life to the property while preserving its rich history and rustic charm. Below, we take you on a journey through the key elements […]
Bright Ideas for Outdoor Lighting
By Chris Ettel We spend significant money beautifying our landscapes with just the right trees, shrubs, flowers, and hardscaping, but when night falls, all of that effort “goes dark.” As warm weather approaches and we tend to be outdoors more often later into the evenings, wouldn’t it be nice to enjoy our homes and streetscapes […]
Coastal Charm: Choosing the Best Exterior Railings for Your Home
Living by the coast is a dream for many, offering stunning views and a relaxed lifestyle. However, coastal environments, such as that in Hampton Roads, come with their own set of challenges, especially when it comes to maintaining exterior features like railings. Salt air, high humidity, and strong winds can impact the longevity and appearance […]
Avoid the Clichés when Designing the Modern Farmhouse
Thanks in large part to HGTV’s wildly popular “Fixer Upper” series starring the married meteorites Chip and Joanna Gaines, the so-called modern farmhouse aesthetic is all the rage. After all, it offers a relaxed, nostalgic appeal while still saying, “I’m sophisticated and current.” But, go too far and it looks like a country cliché, especially […]
As we think about cleaning up our act a bit in 2019, let’s turn to laundry rooms
When a new year dawns, many of us are thinking about how to do things better, how to manage various aspects of our lives in a more efficient way that brings more pleasure or at least less stress. As many of us think about cleaning up our act a bit in 2019, my thoughts turn […]
Shiplap
One of our favorite finishes that’s trending right now is shiplap! This design creates a unique coastal feel for your home. Back in the day, shiplap was mainly used in older homes, constructing sheds and barns because it was the cheaper way to build, but now it’s seen in houses to give a different interior […]
Master Bedroom
Check out this beautiful Master Bedroom from one of our clients homes! Let VB Homes design your next Master Bedroom! Contact us at 757-491-1996
