postwar home renovation

Design vs. Build: Where Your Money Should Go First

Design vs. Build: Where Your Money Should Go First

Should you spend on design or construction first? Learn how design-first planning protects your renovation budget and increases long-term value.

The Secret to Adding a Second Story That Looks Original

The Secret to Adding a Second Story That Looks Original

Adding a second story can transform your home or completely ruin its proportions.
In this post, you’ll learn how to design an addition that looks original by matching materials, rooflines, and window rhythm with surgical precision.


Discover how the Home Revival Blueprint helps homeowners plan expansions that preserve charm, curb appeal, and architectural integrity so their home feels like it’s always been that way.