When you step into a Carbine & Associates home, Daryl Walny, vice president of operations, says there are several distinct building elements which define a home as being produced by the national award-winning builders. “Craftmanship, balanced floor plan and superior building materials are three of the most important characteristics of a Carbine home,” Walny said. “We [...]
Pure, natural sunlight can turn your home into a cheerful work of art, but sometimes getting it in is a bit of a problem. Do you know how to maximize natural light in your Carbine & Associates home? Blinds: Are Yours Right? Many homeowners use blinds, but what most of us have in common is [...]
Interior decorating is an art form. It’s a blend of common sense, aesthetics and usability. However, there are a few popular interior decorating ideas that have persisted over the years – and unfortunately, they’re terrible ideas. So what are they? Step away from these interior decorating myths to embrace your own design style. Decorating [...]
When you move into a new custom home, the last thing you’re thinking about is creating an emergency preparedness plan for your whole family. The truth is, though, that there’s no better time to create one than right now – no matter how long you’ve lived in your house. Disasters Don’t Wait on You Nashville and [...]
When you’re having a custom home built in Middle Tennessee, you can design every last feature – and many people find that the master closet is not only fun to design, but essential in creating the perfect space. Essentials in Closet Design Naturally, you’ll want as much space as possible in your master closet. That way, [...]
Traditional interior design has evolved and come full-circle since the 1950s, 60s and 70s. Some of the hottest design trends are retro pieces inspired by black-and-white films and funky, bright patterns like those you’d see in a roller disco. American interior design, that is. If you’re looking for fresh ideas, you might have to start plundering [...]
Building a custom home is exciting – you’re finally able to choose the exact dimensions of each room, you can have the built-in shelving you always wanted, and you get to pick the little things that make a big difference. While you may intend to live in your Middle Tennessee dream home forever, it doesn’t hurt [...]
With hordes of smart technology available, it makes sense to take advantage of it – particularly if you’re having a custom home built in Middle Tennessee. You can control everything from home security to indoor temperature with automated tools, and it can all be done from one device. At Carbine and Associates, we’re big advocates of [...]
Whether you’re having Carbine & Associates build a custom home in Middle Tennessee or you’re remodeling your kitchen from top to bottom, you need to know what you have to choose from in order to create a space you’ll adore. Kitchen Sink Materials There are several materials that make fantastic kitchen sinks – particularly cast iron, [...]
After a long day, the first thing you want to do is kick off your shoes and relax in the comfort of your own home. Wouldn’t it be nice if you had your own special spot where you could clear your head and shrug off the stress? You can – and it can be as simple [...]