The challenges created by this multi-level addition and renovation in the historic area of Chapel Hill did not stop with figuring out how to engineer a garage beneath the original foundation. The adjoining landscaping posed a significant challenge as well. Jonah Roberts, owner of Lael Landscapes in Raleigh, NC created a landscape design that not only addressed the structural elevation issues of the property, but did it in a way tha ... Read full post »
Recycled Paper Countertops? Really?
Check out the unique PaperStone® Countertops recently installed in the kitchen of this multi-level addition / whole house renovation project Synergy is working on in the historic district of Chapel Hill.   PaperStone® Countertops are made from 100% post-consumer recycled paper and a proprietary, petroleum-free resin. We were pleased to be able to work with this product, purchased from local distributor Caragreen ... Read full post »
Small is Beautiful
Small is Beautiful By SALLY KEENEY Correspondent Less is more. Small is beautiful. These phrases and more lauding the virtues of frugality and minimalism have been in the Mother Earth lexicon since the early 1970s. Whether you are planting a victory garden in a lush suburban backyard or downsizing to a small apartment, the idea is to make the space you have not only aesthetically beautiful and functional, but sustainable as well. Hi ... Read full post »
Historic District Renovation/Addition in Chapel Hill
We are very excited to be starting a new project in the historic district of Chapel Hill near UNC. This project poses a lot of exciting challenges. The project includes the construction of a three story addition, with two car garage below, plus remodeling and renovation work to the existing home. When this renovation is completed it will feature a new high energy efficiency HVAC unit installed by Duggins Mechanical, spray foam insulatio ... Read full post »
Whole House Renovation Complete!
This whole house custom renovation has been such a wonderful project. The owner’s are happy with the results and so are we. It took tremendous vision and patience to see this house … transform into this one! In addition to staying on schedule and within the budget, using the right subcontractors is a substantial challenge on any project.  Oscar Benavides and his crew were particularly key partners in this project. ... Read full post »