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How Much Should My Northern Virginia Remodeling Project Cost? Helpful Remodeling TipsHow to Renovate Happy

June 26, 2017

How Much Should My Northern Virginia Remodeling Project Cost?

“What is a practical budget for my remodeling project?” We get this question all the time, and unfortunately there is no straight answer. Every homeowner has a different vision, unique taste, and diverse…

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What to Look for in a Northern Virginia Home Remodeling Company Helpful Remodeling Tips

June 8, 2017

What to Look for in a Northern Virginia Home Remodeling Company

You’ve owned your home for a long time, and you’re ready for a change. But where to begin? Hiring professional help is always a smart idea, especially if your remodel involves more complex…

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7 Essential Elements of Custom Kitchen Design Kitchen Remodeling

June 5, 2017

7 Essential Elements of Custom Kitchen Design

The kitchen is often referred to as the heart of the home. It is the place where loved ones gather to cook, eat, socialize, and create countless memories. Homeowners typically spend multiple hours…

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Why Having Earth Elements in Your Home is Essential Get InspiredHelpful Remodeling Tips

March 24, 2017

Why Having Earth Elements in Your Home is Essential

Earth elements, as defined by the practice of feng shui, are wood, fire, earth, metal and water. The art of feng shui practiced in the home helps engender calm and order. So how…

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Eco-Friendly Products: The Best Bang for Your Buck Helpful Remodeling TipsHow to Renovate Happy

February 21, 2017

Eco-Friendly Products: The Best Bang for Your Buck

Whether you’ve hired a home remodeling company or are making small improvements yourself, consider choosing eco-friendly products. Eco-friendly products offer the same quality as traditional options, and without significantly more cost. Here are…

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Synergy Design & Construction Announced a Finalist in the 2017 Best of Reston Awards Awards

February 3, 2017

Synergy Design & Construction Announced a Finalist in the 2017 Best of Reston Awards

For the past 26 years, the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce and Cornerstones has been honoring local residents, organizations and businesses with the Best of Reston Awards. A total of 22 businesses were…

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Synergy Design & Construction Celebrates Grand Opening of New Reston Showroom Current Events, News & Press

January 31, 2017

Synergy Design & Construction Celebrates Grand Opening of New Reston Showroom

Northern Virginia design-build firm recognized by Reston Chamber of Commerce in special ribbon-cutting ceremony RESTON, VA (PRWEB) JANUARY 31, 2017 Mark and Mina Fies, owners of Synergy Design & Construction, a design-build firm…

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Mina Fies Interviewed by Women to Watch™ Media Current Events, News & Press

December 14, 2016

Mina Fies Interviewed by Women to Watch™ Media

CEO of award-winning design & remodeling firm was highlighted for her leadership and entrepreneurial spirit despite overcoming the odds of an unconventional childhood.   RESTON, VIRGINIA (PRWEB) DECEMBER 13, 2016 Mina Fies, Founder…

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Mina Fies, CEO of Synergy Design & Construction, Named 2016 “Made it to a Million” Femtor™ Award Finalist Current Events, News & Press

August 11, 2016

Mina Fies, CEO of Synergy Design & Construction, Named 2016 “Made it to a Million” Femtor™ Award Finalist

View the Press Release here CEO of Northern Virginia design-build home remodeling firm recognized for her exemplary leadership and business skills in the course of starting and growing her company RESTON, VA (PRWEB)…

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3 home additions with high ROI for your Ashburn, VA home Helpful Remodeling Tips

May 24, 2016

3 home additions with high ROI for your Ashburn, VA home

Successful home additions can add space, functionality and comfort to your Ashburn, VA home. But when it comes time to sell, some have a better return on investment than others. So which ones…

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A few of my favorite things for 2016 Get InspiredHelpful Remodeling Tips

February 2, 2016

A few of my favorite things for 2016

Top 2016 Remodeling Trends I love sharing what's resonating with not just our clients but homeowners in general. Enjoy this sneak peak at top remodeling trends for 2016:   Monochromatic Designs Using a…

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Capital Homes Shows at the Dulles Expo Center – Avoiding a Remodeling Nightmare Current Events, News & Press

January 14, 2016

Capital Homes Shows at the Dulles Expo Center – Avoiding a Remodeling Nightmare

One of my favorite things to do is empower homeowners to take control of the remodeling process.  I don't mean by being their own project manager, but by knowing how to keep an…

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Washington Post features Synergy and SCORE Current Events, News & Press

July 23, 2015

Washington Post features Synergy and SCORE

Business Rx: This renovator looks to build on its success This week, the experts at the D.C. chapter of the business mentoring nonprofit SCORE offer advice on how one renovation company can build…

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How Much Does a Kitchen Renovation Cost? Kitchen Remodeling

April 3, 2015

How Much Does a Kitchen Renovation Cost?

As a homeowner there’s probably nothing more frustrating than thinking you’re going to pay X for your kitchen renovation and learning you’re actually going to pay Y.   Most people wait years to renovate…

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Top Kitchen Remodeling Trends 2015 Kitchen Remodeling

March 12, 2015

Top Kitchen Remodeling Trends 2015

Follow my blog with Bloglovin Ever noticed no matter how many people you have over, they ALL end up in your kitchen? The kitchen will always be the heart of your home because…

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Ways to Renovate Helpful Remodeling Tips

March 5, 2015

Ways to Renovate

Most of us know someone who’s gone through a renovation nightmare. Whether it's from a family member, a friend, or sometimes from our own experience, there are way too many stories of horrible…

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Behind the Scenes: Reston Kitchen Remodel Kitchen Remodeling

February 24, 2015

Behind the Scenes: Reston Kitchen Remodel

Follow my blog with Bloglovin Kitchen renovations can be mysterious, even intriguing. Clients always want to know how it all comes together. Do the floors go in before the cabinetry or after? How…

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Bathroom Style Redefined Get Inspired

February 13, 2015

Bathroom Style Redefined

You know when you see a designer on TV breeze into a room carrying a board with a perfectly planned design scheme already laid out for the homeowner?  Truth be told, that’s not…

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Kitchen Remodel Inspired By a Dollar? Kitchen Remodeling

February 5, 2015

Kitchen Remodel Inspired By a Dollar?

Could you be inspired by a dollar? How about a sand dollar? My client sure was. My favorite part of working with homeowners is creating spaces that are perfectly aligned with who they are.…

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It’s a Celebration! Current Events, News & Press

August 26, 2014

It’s a Celebration!

There is nothing like celebrating a completed project with our clients. Handing the keys back to them and knowing they’re thrilled with their renovation is priceless. I often picture the family enjoying their…

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