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Western North Carolina Magazine, March 2016 COVER

February 29, 2016

[caption id="attachment_6728" align="aligncenter" width="1800"] New Kitchen in Historic Grove Park Home[/caption] Fairy Tale Cottage WRITER: Melissa Reardon PHOTOGRAPHER: Heather Radford ILLUSTRATOR: WNC Staff When architect Amy Conner-Murphy and her team from ACM Design took up the task of renovating the adorable North Asheville cottage of Doug and Wendy Banks, they gave it a fitting nickname: The Sleeping Beauty Project. “It was a diamond in the...

Grove Park Renovation & Addition

Spring into Spring with a New Entrance

by Amy Conner-Murphy

Home Design Trends, Outdoor Living Design, Renovation and Remodel

April 22, 2015

Many people are anxious for Spring’s arrival and have already started looking for ways to bring new life to their home. For many homeowners, the front entrance is often overlooked because many typically enter their home each day thru the garage. But for guests, the front entry is the first thing they see; therefore, making the very first impression of...

Asheville Architect, curb appeal, front door color, front porch, home remodel, outdoor living design, renovate exterior of home, renovation, updates to home

Does a New Year Mean New Finishes for Your Appliances?

by Amy Conner-Murphy

Interior Design Trends, Renovation and Remodel, Sustainability

January 30, 2013

Stainless steel appliances took the appliance world by storm back in the 1990’s and have dominated the market since. However, there are new finishes on the horizon that can be expected to appear in homes. Will these new finishes be the end of the stainless steel? After finding many consumers and designers sought alternatives to stainless steel, product manufacturers are working...

appliance trends, GE, kenmore, kitchen appliances, Viking, Wolf

Should I Build New or Renovate An Existing Home?

by Amy Conner-Murphy

Design Moment, Historic Renovations, Renovation and Remodel, Sustainability

February 17, 2012

Homeowners often ask whether they should build a new home or renovate their existing home when their living circumstances change. From growing families to health issues to aging in place, there are many situations that can affect the how a homeowner needs to utilize their home. By identifying your current needs and comparing them with how your needs might evolve...

build or renovate, Home Renovation, new construction, new home design

Top Home Remodel Includes

by Amy Conner-Murphy

Renovation and Remodel

June 25, 2010

This year's top products for home remodeling include energy efficient features like solar paneling and stylish solutions to common bathroom design dilemmas. Consult your custom home architect to see which of these options fits your home remodel. Bathroom Design Innovations Bathroom remodels are typically popular for their ability to severely increase your home's resale value. But they are also popular for their...

Green building design, Home Renovation

Consider a Pet Friendly Home Remodel

by Amy Conner-Murphy

Renovation and Remodel

May 24, 2010

Dogs and cats are cherished family members to an estimated six out of ten households in America. Often home owners are considering features to accommodate animal friends with enhanced creature comforts in designs for both new homes and renovations. ACM Design Architects is known for our luxurious and comfortable Western North Carolina home designs, many of which include pet-friendly ideas. Here...

home remodel, Home Renovation, pet friendly home

New Remodeling Trends

by Amy Conner-Murphy

Historic Renovations, Home Design Trends, Renovation and Remodel

May 14, 2010

Economic changes to the housing market over recent years have resulted in an increase in home renovations. Instead of buying a home, allowing it to appreciate and then selling it for a pricier new pad, home owners are finding that less costly home renovations overseen by a trusted home architect are ultimately better for their bottom line. Planning to spend several...

home remodeling, Home Renovation, remodeling trends

Consider Greening Your Home Remodel

by Amy Conner-Murphy

Renovation and Remodel, Sustainability

March 18, 2010

[caption id="attachment_607" align="alignright" width="300"] ACM Designed Green Home[/caption] Perhaps you’ve been considering a home remodel, but are concerned about the cost and what the ROI will be. If this is the case, you may want to consider a “green” remodel. Incorporating green features into your existing home may cost less than you think and save you a lot of money in...

Green building design, green remodel, Home Renovation