by Talmadge Construction | Sep 19, 2018 | Design Inspiration, Home Remodeling Advice
At Talmadge Construction, we pride ourselves in producing really thoughtful designs. In the design process, we discuss with our clients at length about how they’re going to use their new space. Naturally, we provide a lot of recommendations about what they can include...
by Talmadge Construction | Apr 24, 2018 | Design Inspiration
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 is one of the strongest natural...
by Talmadge Construction | Oct 13, 2017 | Design Inspiration, Sustainability
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, called the NAPHN17 home tour. The...
by Talmadge Construction | Aug 10, 2017 | Design Inspiration, 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 a real catch 22 for some home...
by Talmadge Construction | Feb 27, 2017 | Design Inspiration, Outdoor Living Spaces
Many decks and patios in Santa Cruz County are constructed over outdoor living spaces. A waterproof construction on these decks helps to protect the living space from excessive water during the rainy months. We construct waterproof decks using a sophisticated pedestal...
by Talmadge Construction | Sep 29, 2015 | Design Inspiration
Looking for design inspiration in the kitchen … ask our expert Erin Loftin. Just like any remodel, your kitchen should be a reflection of you, your family, and your lifestyle! Typically people remodel their kitchens every 15 to 30 years, so when you’re making changes,...
