Where Did They Go?

As a contractor, we know that simple structures still have very complex components. For example, walls often hide electrical wires, HVAC vents, load bearing posts, and plumbing pipes. There are also rigid building code guidelines every builder must...

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Picking Tile: Why is it so Complicated?

Lighting Matters Remember a few years back everyone was fighting on the internet over whether that dress was blue & black or white & gold? That’s a great example of how lighting greatly affects your perception of color. Perception of...

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6 Up & Coming Design Trends of 2023

1. Bringing Back Beige & Warm Tones These colors are so versatile and bring life into the space. They coordinate well with warm stains making up a relaxing environment that show off decorative textures (Fatica, 2022) 2. Wood Look Tile This is...

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Sometimes It’s Not Obvious

Northern Virginia is home to some beautiful landscape views. The enjoyable climate does come with a few drawbacks during these unpredictable upcoming winter months. K-One Design & Build wants you to know some of the basics when it comes to frozen...

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Wait, There’s More

During this What’s in Your Wall series, K-One Design & Build has covered frozen pipes and electrical outlets. Whether or not you’ve been following, this particular article will help you understand the very basic components of what your...

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Gas v. Electric – Which is Better?

People are in a frenzy due to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) providing tax credits to those with electric stoves. So, we thought we’d gather a comprehensive list of how each type compares, how far electric stoves have come, and how to...

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Furry Situations

Pets are a foundational part of life for many households, be they dogs, cats, or another variety of pet. Construction projects can be worrying and even hazardous for our animals because they bring people, dust, debris, noise, and outages. Life and...

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Making Up Air

High-powered, decorative range hoods are very on-trend right now. But did you know they can add unexpected costs to your project in addition to the cost of the designer hood itself? Many designer hoods pull a large volume of air out of the home. In...

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Corner Cabinet Crisis

Whether or not you’re a chef in the kitchen, chances are good you have struggled with pesky corner cabinetry. Corners have poor accessibility, and cabinet companies have spent many design hours coming up with options to increase their...

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Types of Windows

Windows are an aesthetically crucial part of any project, but features can vary greatly. In this article, we discuss the various window types, designs, and restrictions. This is so that you know what to ask for when you’re talking about the...

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