What are some examples of questions and answers in the Ask-the-Architect section?
The following are sample questions and answers in the Ask-the-Architect section. Please remember the answers in this section are a written explanation only – they are not accompanied by a design sketch. Also, you may attach a digital photo to your request for specific solutions geared toward the area of your house you want to change: Q: The entry foyer in house is dark and cramped. How can I lighten it up? A: Lighten up the entry area in one or more of the following ways: install a door with glass panels; use light-colored finishes to make it feel bigger and brighter or, open up one of the walls that separate the entry space from the other rooms. Q: What are some ways I can improve the value of my home? A: The value of your home can be increased in a number of ways, ranging from small changes to major remodeling. The minor improvements include adding landscaping or painting the exterior in a more updated range of colors. More involved options include adding detailed elements to the ext