tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5946060129077736446.post4123494030293463372..comments2024-03-28T07:49:49.789-05:00Comments on baby Ridley bump.: Picks for the Home...Elena @ baby Ridley bumphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09850791737975838690noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5946060129077736446.post-89747072667652053702015-04-14T14:21:45.232-05:002015-04-14T14:21:45.232-05:00Exciting times for you, looking forward to seeing ...Exciting times for you, looking forward to seeing the finished product. <br /><br />Here are some things that are often overlooked when building a new house but you may want to consider<br />1) install a water cop - one of the best things we did, if a leak is detected it turns the water off at the main and contains the episode, can also be installed post build but if you can plan on having sensors installed in key areas now all the better<br />2) backup generator - even if you're not doing one now let the electrician know now you may want to do one some day so they can configure your panel in such a way that makes it easier and cheaper when you do decide to do it<br />3) above cabinet lighting - have outlet installed above each cabinet run with all outlets controlled by a single/common wall switch, then you can use white xmas light strings or tube lights and turn on and off as desired, wiring is concealed behind crown molding on the uppers<br />4) fireplaces - run a gas line to anywhere you want a gas fireplace even if you're not installing one there now, including outside if you want to put in a gas firepit, a natural gas grill, or a pool heater<br />5) outside electrical and water spigots - plan a run for the opposite side of your driveway so you don't have to tunnel under after the driveway is in (or at least have them install and mark conduit so you can get under driveways and sidewalks with ease)<br />6) heating cables - if you live where you get a lot of snow install switched plugs under the eaves so you can control turning them on/off, also break out into zones as north and east facing sides are used more frequently than west and south facing<br />7) basement - if you're not finishing it now at least put in the required infrastructure for a toilet, shower, and sink...and a kitchette<br />8) dimmers - plan on having the electrician install them so you don't have to swap them out later<br />9) finishes - don't overlook door knobs and hinges<br />10) sound deadening insulation - install in key places like the ceilings below kids rooms, bathroom/shower walls, shared bedroom walls, media rooms<br />11) baseboard, door, and window moldings - don't skimp on size here, typically you'll only pay the difference in material not labor for a 10" baseboard vs 3" and what a difference it makes<br />12) additional UV/sun protection for south and west facing windows - to protect your floors, furniture, and artwork from sun damage, we had Vistafilm installed after the 1st year as the premium windows didn't provide enough protection and we noticed how much our furniture had fadedAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5946060129077736446.post-38932720528347829612015-04-06T11:31:14.817-05:002015-04-06T11:31:14.817-05:00Is this the house plan you have built? I love the...Is this the house plan you have built? I love the look of this house and would love to know where I could find the plan. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01347451302695270382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5946060129077736446.post-48299212314376955442014-04-13T22:35:22.106-05:002014-04-13T22:35:22.106-05:00I LOVE all of these picks!!!!! :) :) :) I LOVE all of these picks!!!!! :) :) :) Julie @ Just the Joy'shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01027719716675836943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5946060129077736446.post-33081160376548901292014-04-09T17:35:43.302-05:002014-04-09T17:35:43.302-05:00So exciting and I love hand scraped floors - they ...So exciting and I love hand scraped floors - they are my favorite. Yes dog hair will blow like tumbleweeds through your house but that's what a swiffer is for (or a roomba!)Happily Ever Parkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02196626265238318051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5946060129077736446.post-48430121618822087752014-04-09T09:28:45.643-05:002014-04-09T09:28:45.643-05:00Oh my gosh, that house is STUNNING, and to know th...Oh my gosh, that house is STUNNING, and to know that that is your inspiration....wowza. Girl, I can't wait to see what the house actually looks like! You have an amazing eye for design :)Melissa https://www.blogger.com/profile/09297126633481230633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5946060129077736446.post-31424864449698142912014-04-09T08:48:43.668-05:002014-04-09T08:48:43.668-05:00love everything - that kitchen sounds pretty divin...love everything - that kitchen sounds pretty divine! cant wait to see the finished home :)Kristenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10125290724625391990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5946060129077736446.post-49070890138246386892014-04-09T08:33:12.213-05:002014-04-09T08:33:12.213-05:00So beautiful, I love your choices!So beautiful, I love your choices!Brookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09736442083505702140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5946060129077736446.post-90153898050560551292014-04-09T07:50:44.089-05:002014-04-09T07:50:44.089-05:00I love the colors I think blue and grey looks soph...I love the colors I think blue and grey looks sophisticated in a home. Can't wait to see everything :)A Life Without Mofongohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13595508575943659302noreply@blogger.com