Albert Einstein, known for saying a smart thing or two, once observed that “adversity introduces a man — or woman — to him or herself.” Truer words have never been spoken, especially given today’s public health concerns: physical distancing now forces most companies to completely rethink how they do business and service their customers. But …
A Homeowner’s Assurance of Responsible Renovation As a contractor, we play a critical role in helping to prevent lead exposure in homes that are built before 1978. In these circumstances, ordinary renovation and maintenance activities can create toxic lead dust that can harm our workers, you, and your family. But, by following lead-safe work practices, …
Spring has sprung – a time when homeowners typically clean their homes and start new home remodeling projects! The “Stay-Home, Stay-Safe” order has made our relationship with our homes even more intimate, reflecting on our homes’ drawbacks and also their fantastic potential. Are you finding yourself hesitant to start a conversation about the challenges with …
We are in this together We understand the growing concern surrounding Coronavirus in our community, and our hearts go out to all of those who have been affected. As a family-owned business, all of us at MainStreet Design Build takes this situation very seriously. The health and wellbeing of our clients, employees, and partners are our …
The nexus of your home is arguably the kitchen, where your family gathers to eat, entertain, and connect. All that time spent in the kitchen means it needs to be functional, beautiful, and clean. As kitchen remodeling designs become increasingly open and integrated, having an accessible, gorgeous, and convenient side space for food preparation and …
A brilliant idea wins awards and gets our production leader onto a Tim Faller podcast Our very own Rick Swanquist, Production Manager Extraordinaire at Mainstreet Design Build was thrilled to be a guest on The Tim Faller Show! [Listen to the episode here.] Fresh off winning an award in front of his industry peers, Rick …
Paint may have always been your go-to option for interior spaces throughout your home, but did you know that wallpaper is making a huge comeback? Once the heart of design legends, wallpaper dominated decor for decades from the 50s through the 80s — until almost overnight chic became tacky, “fresh” turned stale, and contemporary became …
