Making Your Home Work for You: A Designer’s Guide to Smarter Living
As designers, we’re trained to think about space not only as a container, but as a tool that can either support your life or quietly work against it. The good news is that you don’t need a full renovation to make your home more functional. With a shift in mindset and a few strategic changes, […]
The Role of Nature in Good Home Design
When you think of home design inspired by nature, it’s common to jump to obvious visual references, like earth tones, wood & stone, or even just rustic decor..
Celebrating Our 40th Anniversary
It took 40 years to build the Washington Monument and about 40 years for a Tyrannosaurus Rex to reach full maturity. Even the rare corpse flower can take decades to bloom. Forty years is more than a milestone. It’s a story of endurance, growth, and purpose. That amount of time creates something lasting. For Carey Design Build, these past 40 years have been just as transformative. Built through hands-on work, constant learning, […]
What Happens During an Initial Design Consultation
If you have never worked with a designer or architect before, the phrase initial design consultation can feel a bit mysterious. Do you need to show up with a dozen Pinterest boards and complete floor plans? Will you be making decisions on the spot? The short answer is: no! The initial design consultation (IDC) is a working meeting, but it is also a […]
The Color Palette Inspiring Our Work in 2026
Every year, various players in the design industry showcase their predictions for what color palettes are going to be trending in the upcoming year. As designers, these predictions are always something to look forward to. We enjoy those predictions so much, in fact, that we decided to come up with our own color palette of […]
Carey Design Build | March 2025 Newsletter
As we step into March, we’re seeing exciting trends shaping the year ahead—master suite projects are at the top of homeowners’ wish lists, bringing comfort and luxury into everyday living. In this issue, we’re highlighting a stunning home addition that transformed a family’s space and celebrating Women in Construction Week by recognizing the talented women […]
Carey Design Build | February 2025 Newsletter
February may be the shortest month, but it’s packed with inspiration! This month, we’re diving into timeless design choices that never go out of style, sharing a sweet treat to brighten your week, and exploring the many perks of building a new home from the ground up. Whether you’re dreaming of a remodel or starting […]
5 Signs It’s The Right Time to Remodel Your Home
Investing in and improving your home is a major decision that requires careful consideration. Where should you begin? When is the right time to start a remodel? How do you find the right builder to meet your needs? Unanswered questions can lead to uncertainty and delays. This post is designed to provide clarity, ease concerns […]
How the Design-Build Process Works for Your Home Remodel
The design-build process emerged as a construction method in the U.S. in the 1960s and gradually expanded into rural communities by the early 1990s. Despite its long history, many homeowners still don’t know about this approach and often have questions about how it works. In this post, we will walk you through how Carey Design […]
Carey Design Build | December 2024 Newsletter
As the year comes to a close, we have so much to celebrate! We’re honored to have been awarded Gold for Best Construction Company in Iron Mountain—thank you to our incredible clients and community for your support. This month, we’re also sharing a stunning first-floor home remodel that brought new life to a family’s space. […]