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Synergy, ProVia & Model ReModel: Forging an Aesthetic Alliance Current Events, News & Press

May 15, 2022

Synergy, ProVia & Model ReModel: Forging an Aesthetic Alliance

For the 2021 featured Model ReModel, Professional Remodeler magazine followed a very special home remodel by Synergy Design & Construction. The complete transformation of this mid-century home was documented from the very beginning…

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Small Spaces, Big Changes! Get Inspired

April 29, 2022

Small Spaces, Big Changes!

As a full-service design-build firm, our focus is on larger scale residential home remodeling projects like kitchens, basements and whole home remodels. But! That doesn’t mean we don’t appreciate how much impact remodeling…

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Synergy in the Community: Our GOLD RSTA Sponsorship News & Press Coverage

April 12, 2022

Synergy in the Community: Our GOLD RSTA Sponsorship

We've been part of the Reston community for a long time, and it has always been important to us to give back and support others in this area. It makes us happy and…

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Our Top Tips For Picking Countertop Color Interior Design

March 23, 2022

Our Top Tips For Picking Countertop Color

We’ve all been there. We have an idea in mind about what we want in our home remodel, but the sheer number of decisions needed and the options available for everything from cabinets…

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5 Reasons Kitchen Remodels Go Wrong Helpful Remodeling Tips

March 2, 2022

5 Reasons Kitchen Remodels Go Wrong

Nothing makes us sadder than hearing horror stories about terrible home remodeling experiences. Not every home remodeling company or general contractor is created equally and there are usually common root causes why things…

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Synergy Wins Double 2022 Houzz Awards! Awards

February 15, 2022

Synergy Wins Double 2022 Houzz Awards!

For us, home remodeling is more than just creating beautiful spaces, it's all about providing an exceptional home remodeling experience and helping homeowners turn their houses into homes. We don't do it for…

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It’s Here! The Synergy Team calls the 2022 Home Remodeling & Interior Design Trends Interior Design

January 11, 2022

It’s Here! The Synergy Team calls the 2022 Home Remodeling & Interior Design Trends

The beginning of another year brings the opportunity to start afresh and rethink our living spaces. We’re turning our attention to ‘what’s new in ‘22’ when it comes to home remodeling and interior…

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Favorite Products: London Born Buster + Punch Favorite Products

January 4, 2022

Favorite Products: London Born Buster + Punch

At Synergy, we’re always on the lookout for exciting products that provide flair and extra special design details as part of our clients’ home remodels. That’s why Buster + Punch caught our eye!…

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Paint Inspiration has Landed! Color Trends and Colors of the Year 2022 Get Inspired

December 15, 2021

Paint Inspiration has Landed! Color Trends and Colors of the Year 2022

Nothing gives your home personality or creates a mood more than paint. Last year’s trends were all about colors inspired by nature to help calm and soothe after the stresses of lockdown and…

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Installing Exterior Stone Veneer Inside the Home Favorite Products

December 1, 2021

Installing Exterior Stone Veneer Inside the Home

This Model ReModel project update is provided by Pro Remodeler. For more pro tips and advice, visit the Model ReModel website.Mina was seeking a simple way to bring organic, natural elements into her primary bedroom.…

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5 Fast Facts About Using PVC Trim Favorite Products

November 20, 2021

5 Fast Facts About Using PVC Trim

This Model ReModel project update is provided by Pro Remodeler. For more pro tips and advice, visit the Model ReModel website.There were two main considerations the 2021 Model ReModel remodeler had when renovating the exterior…

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Remodelers Find Great Benefit in Using Single Adhesive Brand Favorite Products

November 4, 2021

Remodelers Find Great Benefit in Using Single Adhesive Brand

This Model ReModel project update is provided by Pro Remodeler. For more pro tips and advice, visit the Model ReModel website.There’s one product in the 2021 Model ReModel that played a significant role throughout the…

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How To Ensure Cleanliness When Living Through a Remodel Favorite Products

October 14, 2021

How To Ensure Cleanliness When Living Through a Remodel

This Model ReModel project update is provided by Pro Remodeler. For more pro tips and advice, visit the Model ReModel website.Remodeler and homeowners Mark and Mina Fies of Synergy Design & Construction decided to remain in their…

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5 Tips to Turn Design Inspiration into Reality in Your Next Home Remodel Get Inspired

October 12, 2021

5 Tips to Turn Design Inspiration into Reality in Your Next Home Remodel

Love HGTV and home remodeling makeover shows? Like spending time creating Ideabooks on Houzz or going pin-crazy on Pinterest? We do, too! Even with thirteen years as a local home remodeler under our…

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Synergy’s Model ReModel Home Featured on Reston Home Tour Current Events, News & Press

October 1, 2021

Synergy’s Model ReModel Home Featured on Reston Home Tour

This blog was originally posted in Reston Now. A sneak peek at the open-concept kitchen at the Model ReModel. See the finished remodel on this year’s Reston Home Tour “New Beginnings” is the…

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Inside Look: Meet Barbara, Project Coordinator Synergy Team

September 14, 2021

Inside Look: Meet Barbara, Project Coordinator

There's never a dull moment for Barbara, Synergy's resident Project Coordinator! She works across all of the home remodels we undertake and plays a central role in ensuring our projects are on-time, on-budget…

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New Windows at Model ReModel Will Reflect Latest Trends Favorite Products

September 1, 2021

New Windows at Model ReModel Will Reflect Latest Trends

This Model ReModel project update is provided by Pro Remodeler. For more pro tips and advice, visit the Model ReModel website.After 50 years, almost everything in a house could use a refresh, and windows and doors…

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How to Give Your Fireplace a Modern Makeover With Stone Products Favorite Products

August 23, 2021

How to Give Your Fireplace a Modern Makeover With Stone Products

This Model ReModel project update is provided by Pro Remodeler. For more pro tips and advice, visit the Model ReModel website.From the top to the bottom of the Model ReModel, Mina and Mark Fies have…

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Trend of Mixed Metals Moves to Kitchen Appliances Favorite Products

August 2, 2021

Trend of Mixed Metals Moves to Kitchen Appliances

This Model ReModel project update is provided by Pro Remodeler. For more pro tips and advice, visit the Model ReModel website.JennAir appliances will provide contemporary style and numerous features in MRM’s kitchen makeover. If your…

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Remodeling your mid-century home in Reston? 7 issues worth watching Helpful Remodeling Tips

July 26, 2021

Remodeling your mid-century home in Reston? 7 issues worth watching

This blog was originally posted in Reston Now. We love the variety and uniqueness of the mid-century homes in Reston (courtesy of Charlotte Geary Photography) Ahh, the mid-century home! There are lots of…

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