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A new future for live/work artist lofts in Oakland is here!
The City of Oakland and a group of local artists are working together to keep Oakland safe and affordable for artists…
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…
20 Common Budget-Busting Construction Change Orders That Occur During Additions, Remodels, and New Construction
The New Avenue online project management system is reviewing hundreds of projects at any given time. We track all of the change orders submitted by contractors in these projects…
Top 3 Challenges in Remodeling or Building New: Knowledge, People and Clarity
There’s so much to manage in a construction project. When you’re building a new home or accessory dwelling unit (ADU), the challenges just keep coming at you. Here’s a look at the road ahead…
Cost of a custom home in Silicon Valley
Custom homes are some of our favorite projects to work on. They are fun because we get to work closely with clients to develop a design that is perfect for their lifestyle, their families, and their goals and ideas. We recently completed a construction bid for a 2,886-square-foot custom home in Los Altos, CA. This is the heart of Silicon Valley.
Should I create an addition, backyard cottage, or remodel?
Every day, homeowners approach us with questions about how they can improve the value of their property…
Designers or Contractors . . . Who’s the Project Manager?
At New Avenue, we are often asked what we charge for the project manager. Our network of designers and contractors manage the design and construction so well that a project manager would be a waste of time and money...
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