https://vimeo.com/1231879628?fl=tl&fe=ec&share=copy Building an Orangerie That Looks as Though It Has Always Been There The homeowners came to Smithouse with plans developed by Melville Thomas Architects for an orangerie addition to their 1920s home. The project would replace a failing patio with an enclosed structure that felt like a natural extension
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https://vimeo.com/1202682190?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Some homes are designed around square footage. Others are designed around the way a family wants to live. When our clients approached Smithouse Design + Build with plans for a new home on a secluded property in Clarksville, Maryland, they had a unique vision: create a forever home that
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When people say, “They don’t build ’em like they used to,” they’re right. But the truth is… that’s actually a good thing. In just the 20+ years I’ve been in this industry, the evolution of materials, methods, and technology has fundamentally changed how we build homes. Today’s construction isn’t just
At Smithouse, our process is guided by a principle we return to again and again: The Rule of Three. It begins in design. Rather than presenting a single solution, we offer three distinct interpretations of what a space could become. Some view this as unnecessary—believing that careful listening and the
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For a long time, “handyman work” meant something very specific: a short list, a quick visit, and a problem solved. A loose handrail, a door that won’t close, a leak that needs attention. And while those needs haven’t gone away, what I’m seeing in our clients’ homes today tells a
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Winter is right around the corner! So, JP Pototschnik walks you through how to (1) identify what type of hose bib you have and (2) how to drain it so that is doesn’t freeze, crack, leak or worse, cause a flood in your house or basement. https://vimeo.com/1137012365?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci VIDEO TRANSCRIPT Hey
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I love remodeling, transforming a space is rewarding on multiple levels. I appreciate the craftsmanship of a perfect miter joint, a crisp straight drywall line, or the even reveal of an inset cabinet door. I revel in hearing the stories from clients of how the renovation enhanced their life and
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