Losing yard space is a real trade-off, but have you thought about how much you actually use your yard? I’ve seen folks stress about shrinking their ga...

Funny how it always looks like “just a little patch” until you start demo, right? I get what you’re saying about the buffer—25% is solid, but I’ve bee...

Man, that sunlight is the worst inspector out there, right? I always wonder if anyone else even notices half the stuff that bugs me. Do you ever just ...

Can’t argue with that logic. Do you think most folks even notice the “bones” though? I’ve seen people spend a fortune on decor while ignoring cracked ...

Did sealing around the recessed lights cause any overheating issues for you? I've heard mixed things about that—some say it's fine, others warn about ...

I learned the hard way with plumbing too—thought I'd save a few bucks replacing a vanity sink myself, ended up cracking a pipe behind the wall. Didn't...

Totally agree about dried plants—eucalyptus especially has been a lifesaver for me. I tried pampas grass once, but it shed everywhere...maybe I got a ...

I've seen a few clients try to retrofit antique hardware with smart tech, and honestly, it's tricky. Have you considered hiding the smart components i...

I've seen mirrors work wonders too, but placement can be tricky... Have you had any issues with glare or reflections at certain times of day? I'm alwa...

Good points about the doors and insulation—never thought about cold spots causing condensation. Have you noticed if closets on interior walls have few...

Funny you mention grading adjustments—I've seen that happen more times than I can count. Makes me wonder why we always jump straight to the complicate...

Haha, been there myself—Nest makes it look so simple until you open up the wall and find a spaghetti mess of wires. Did you happen to snap a pic of yo...