We are proud to share that Alison has been featured in an article by Mike Cahill of Redfin. She shared her expert insight on how to maximize resale value through timeless design and functionality.
Key aspects of designing a home that won’t go out of style are as much about function and appeal of interior spaces as it is about exterior architectural style. First and foremost, tall ceilings. Going to a 9’ or 10’ top plate, or utilizing scissor trusses for vaulted ceilings is not a big add to building cost, but it has an impressive effect on spaces. Ample windows and light make a big impact on quality of spaces, and are difficult to add or increase later on. In regards to architectural style, interior and exterior, avoid trendy materials, or when utilized, confine them to select locations so they can easily and cost effectively be updated when needed. Lastly, a sensible Floor Plan layout is critical. Hire an Architect for this. It seems simple to tick off the boxes of what rooms and sizes you might need, but a good flow takes a lot of things into account, including the placement and orientation on site, solar direction, site features such as views, wind, proximity to public (street) or private areas of site. In designing a home that won’t go out of style, think of any home you have lived in and wanted to remodel, think of the things you most wanted to change, and avoid them. - Alison Edwards, NCARB