Welcome to our blog! This is where we have our recent project, tips, inspiration, and more. If you are looking for just a gallery of pictures and fewer words, take a look over at our portfolio. If you want to know our process and the before pictures, stay right here and comb through our recent projects. And if you want to learn, or have questions about the renovation process, this is also a great place to be! If you want to hear about a particular topic, let us know.
Between school drop-offs, work, making meals, shopping, doggie parks, and everything else you do – how does a home remodel fit into your life? While it may seem like a serious commitment, with the proper preparation, it doesn’t have to be complicated.
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Your outdoor living spaces are a wonderful place to enjoy quality time with family and friends. However, many outdoor space ideas focus more on the summer months than year-round entertainment. If you would like to enjoy your outdoor living areas every day of the year, consider these outdoor space ideas.
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Hardscapes are a wonderful way to update your backyard and make use of your outdoor spaces. However, you can’t get the full benefits from hardscapes without the right hardscape lighting to go with them. Hardscape lighting is a critical element of your backyard design.
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Investment in patios and outdoor space is at an all-time high. Homeowners are seeking to refine their outdoor areas and make better use of their decks and patios, and one of the best ways to do this is with pavers. Here’s an overview of some of the most popular patio materials and paver patio features of 2022.
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If you want to build a paver patio for your spring and summer enjoyment, the best time to start its construction is in the winter. In addition to the timing, there are many reasons to make your paver patio a winter project. As you begin designing your winter patio project, you’ll find that these benefits will make your project easier and more cost-effective to complete.
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Paver walkways can make a great addition to any home. However, not all of them are created equal — there are smart paver designs and not-so-smart ones. These helpful walkway design tips will help ensure all the most important elements of your new walkway are in place before the first footstep falls on it.
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Pavers are one of the most versatile products for backyards. They can define spaces, create more usable spaces, and make your landscaping safer. There are truly endless ways to utilize accent pavers. This article will cover five brilliant accent paver examples to inspire your next backyard project. Whether you want to add one simple feature or redefine your entire space, 7th State Builders can bring your vision to life.
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Relaxing outdoors is one of the best and easiest ways to recharge your batteries, soak up some vitamin D, and lift your mood. That’s why many homeowners decide to build a deck or patio to complete their outdoor living space. But a gorgeous outdoor area doesn’t just manifest itself out of thin air. It requires careful planning, collaboration, and expert craftsmanship to create a deck you’re proud to show off. And it all starts with the materials you use. If you’re considering building a deck or patio for your home, it is important to learn about the different deck materials you can use and how to choose the best deck materials for your outdoor area.
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While we love featuring larger projects, like a poolside pavilion, we still take pride in the smaller ones as well. And for us, townhouses are great spaces to make the most of your backyard living. For starters, many townhouses have smaller backyards. That might seem limiting, but really, it makes it a bit easier to design the perfect space. It also doesn’t mean you can’t have multiple areas with hardscapes and landscaping. If anything, it helps to make the backyard much easier to maintain. So let’s talk specifics of this townhouse paver patio.
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When you think of decorating your home, most people immediately think of the interior. But the design of your lawn is just as important as the inside. The yard is the first thing people may notice — especially when driving by. Your landscaping creates an atmosphere for your entire home, making it brighter and more colorful or dark and dreary. Landscaping itself is the process of creating a beautiful piece of land by methodically placing plants, rocks, and other elements. Technically, every structure outside the house is part of the landscaping, but it is divided into separate parts: hardscape and softscape.
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