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Schluter Systems has reducers that may be needed to make transitions in flooring and other areas.

Best options for insulation are: R38 in the ceiling. R13 in walls. R19 in the crawl-space.  

For safety, use: Hard-wired smoke alarms with battery back up. Grounded outlets near water ie kitchen, bath and exterior. Anti-scald valves (pressure balance). Tempered glass for windows near stairs, doors and in baths. Handrails on all stairs.  

This topic  is included as more than once I have been on site and the HVAC installers show up and start asking questions about the layout. If the documents say changes must be approved then their suggestions for how the system would function better need to go back to the...

Select wood, natural stone, porcelain tile or other tiles or carpet for interest and visual continuity. Again, look at local and online sources to brainstorm. The base material can be a more simple pattern if the spaces have area rugs. Patterned floors? Simple and smaller rugs. Cozy, small bedrooms are...

Kitchens are complicated compared to every other residential space. You may begin with a remodel space or a new build. Determine the visual concept and functionality. You can measure from an existing kitchen to get some idea of pantry storage, appliance storage, dishes, towels, pots and pans, utensils, spices, file...