Helpful Remodeling Tips

At Synergy Design & Construction, we take pride in helping our home remodeling clients repurpose or recycle the existing items in their homes whenever possible. Salvaging items that can be reused keeps them…

You’ve been thinking about a home remodel for a while. You know the type of design aesthetic you like, have figured out your “must-have” list and have started to research the different types of…

You’ve selected your general contractor or home remodeling company, you’ve paid your deposit and you’re ready to kick-start your remodel. Wait! Before you get started, here’s a few helpful tips to help you…

Undertaking a major home remodel can be a daunting task. It’s not always easy knowing where to start and what to look out for when deciding on which home remodeling company or general…

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…

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…

This blog was originally posted in Reston Now. Split-level and bi-level homes became popular in the 1950s and 1960s when the suburbs began to expand. They were the perfect solution for the sloping…

Homeowners Associations (HOAs) are very common in Reston and the surrounding area, so if you’re reading this, the likelihood is you live in one right now and/or your home also falls under the…

We know undertaking a home remodel is a big step that requires significant financial investment. Unless you’ve been planning for your remodel for a long time and have been saving up to pay…

Mina recently collaborated with Redfin on “13 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Contractor” and the following is an excerpt from that blog. You can read the full article on Redfin here.  If…

We’ve all seen the reality T.V. home remodeling shows. Half way through, there’s what we call an ‘HGTV moment’ when it happens, “We just discovered this is a load-bearing wall. That’s going to…

Virtual consultations are a great way to help homeowners renovate safely during COVID-19. Synergy Design & Construction has long had the tools in place that allow us to conduct virtual consultations, having worked…

If you’re thinking about a home remodel, your list of questions for prospective remodeling contractors likely includes things like remodeling costs, how long it will take (and how do they ensure they stick…

It’s not long until the school bus turns up once more and we all settle back into the school routine. If you’re anything like me, you’ve just managed to clear your kitchen countertop…

Northern Virginia is a great place to live! We love working with families who enjoy the benefits of living so close to the Nation’s Capital, but prefer the green space, lake living and…

Every day seems to bring with it a different “National month/week/day of….” something or other. Some are a great way to raise awareness, such as American Heart Month in February, or just for…

It sounds ridiculous, right? Maybe not! If you’ve ever undertaken any type of home remodel, you’ll know it’s hard to navigate the many ways to do it. From not knowing what type of…