Sick Building Syndrome: How to Build a Healthy Place to Live
3 Inspiring Custom Homes in California
These three modern residences were designed by architect Randolph Ruiz, part of New Avenue’s creative design team.
Friday ADU Chat Recap: Top Questions and Advice
Last Friday, we had an inspiring ADU chat with several homeowners and New Avenue designers.
Increase in property taxes when adding a second home in San Pablo, California
The owner wants to remodel the small, one-bedroom home on his property. Eventually, he will add a larger home and turn the existing house into an accessory dwelling.
The remodel will cost $138,000, and the new home will cost $500,000.
Here’s how property taxes increase when adding the new home.
What to expect when you take out a construction loan
Cost to design a new single-family home with a unit for elder parents in Burlingame, CA
A New Custom Home: The Goal Was “a Home to Grow Old In”
Amy and Tom owned a 743-square-foot, two-bedroom, one-bath home that was built in 1943. That’s tiny, and it just didn’t work for the owners and their goals. Those goals were clear. When asked what they wanted, they explained that they wanted a home for “growing old in.”
What does it cost to design and build a remodel, addition, or custom home?
How Long Does It Take to Build a Custom Home or Remodel a Home
Every homeowner who contacts us wants to maximize the value of their property. They know that an accessory dwelling unit can provide tons of usability and even extra income…
5 things you might find in a new $1,000,000 home
Why you need insurance when remodeling or building a new home
How to Finance: Remodels, Fixer Uppers, and Accessory Dwellings
Building a custom home on a hillside in Oakland
The owner of a wooded hillside property asked New Avenue to create a custom home that takes advantage of the views. Here is the design.
3 Essential Tools Every Accessory Dwelling Unit or Custom Home Needs: A Design Agreement, Construction Agreement and Budget
How to hire a designer & what to expect in your first design session/meeting
A Fixed-Price Construction Agreement Is the Only Way to Stay on Budget
Cost of Building Permits for a Custom Home in Mill Valley and Marin County
Cost to design, permit and build a four bedroom two bath new custom home in Berkeley, CA
Cost to design, permit, and build a house in a landslide zone in Berkeley
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Reach out to New Avenue today to begin the transformational process of adding an ADU, renovating your home, and designing and building a custom house for your family.