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Finding Inspiration in The Mediterranean
Jeff and Adele Talmadge recently returned from a trip to Europe where they went to Italy and Croatia to visit some friends and family. While they went just to see some new sights and to relax, Jeff and Adele came back with some great...
Redwood as a Building Material for Your Home
If you are considering building or replacing a deck, there is not a better choice than redwood. It is lighter than plastic composite and tropical hardwoods; it can be cut and drilled with regular woodworking blades and bits. Redwood...
So Why Would You Go To India? – by Adele Talmadge
“So why would you go to India?” people have asked. “Why wouldn’t you?” is my reply. I’ve had the great fortune to be able to visit the amazing sub-continent of India twice in the past year. It wasn’t on my bucket list (my friend...
Going Solar with Ron Goad of Solcon Solar
When we have a project that includes a solar power system, we turn to Ron Goad from Solcon Solar. He has been installing solar power systems in the Santa Cruz area for over 30 years, including projects at the Seacliff Inn and the...
Choosing a Gas Fireplace – Featuring Woodstove & Sun
For homes in Santa Cruz County, a high-quality gas fireplace can offer a stylish and effective option for heating your home during the winter months. When our home remodeling projects include a new fireplace, we turn to Woodstove...
Talmadge Construction Project Featured in NAPHN Home Tour
Eco-Efficient Home Building Conference Concludes with Santa Cruz Home Tour On October 8th, the North American Passive House Network (NAPHN) along with Passive House California hosted a tour of passive houses in Santa Cruz County,...
Before & After: A Contemporary Kitchen Remodel in Aptos
Linda and her family wanted to remodel their kitchen and home in a big way. They were looking to remove a wall between their kitchen and outdoor deck to reclaim the outdoor space for their kitchen. They also wanted to convert the top...
Design Tips for Small Kitchens
Santa Cruz is famous for quaint houses with small kitchens. Sure, the original designs trigger a sense of nostalgia, but they don’t necessarily function well in today’s age of appliances and gadgets. Remodeling a small kitchen can be...
Before & After: A Contemporary Kitchen Remodel in the Santa Cruz Mountains
Candace and her family had become uncomfortable in their existing kitchen. Unappealing colors, failing appliances, and an inefficient design had contributed to the space feeling cramped and outdated. Candace contacted Jeff Talmadge,...
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