Product Reviews
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6 BATHROOM TRENDS HOMEOWNERS ARE CHASING IN 2023 Wednesday, July 5th, 2023
Fixr.com's latest bathroom report reveals spending habits, design trends, and top priorities.
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GAGGENAU LAUNCHES DOWNDRAFT VENTILATION SYSTEM IN U.S. MARKET Thursday, October 14th, 2021
The countertop-integrated system works in combination with existing Vario series cooktops.
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MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC TRANE HVAC US ADDS NEW OPTIONS FOR HEATING LARGER SPACES Friday, January 29th, 2021
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The Surprising Truth about Garbage Disposals & Septic Systems Thursday, October 15th, 2020
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For Those Who Can’t Find Toilet Paper, There’s The Shower-Toilet Friday, March 20th, 2020
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EXPANSIVE SHOWERS REIGN SUPREME IN TODAY'S BATHROOM DESIGNS Thursday, November 14th, 2019
Renovators are opting to enlarge shower sizes and add accent walls inside shower areas, Houzz’s 2019 Bathroom Trends Study finds.
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10 Bathroom Trends you Should Know for 2020 Tuesday, September 17th, 2019
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White Walls, Outdoor Living, and Light Hardwood Floors Among Trending Design Elements Tuesday, September 10th, 2019
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OUTDOOR KITCHEN SPACES SPARK INTEREST ACROSS THE COUNTRY Thursday, August 29th, 2019
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TRUE CONFESSIONS OF A SMART-HOME PRODUCT EXPERT Monday, August 19th, 2019
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THREE WAYS TO BOOST INDOOR–OUTDOOR CONNECTIONS IN YOUR HOMES Monday, July 29th, 2019
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7 Sensational Kitchen Design Trends Thursday, June 13th, 2019
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10 TOP TRENDS IN KITCHEN DESIGN FOR 2019 Tuesday, May 28th, 2019
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Would You Try the Black Bathroom Trend? 5 Ways to Bring It Home Monday, May 6th, 2019
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Top 5 trends in kitchen design for 2019 … and beyond Monday, April 8th, 2019
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Would You Try This Divisive New Bathroom Trend? Monday, April 1st, 2019
Separate spaces are the request du jour for many designers.
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A Guide to Smart Home Thermostats Thursday, February 28th, 2019
Keep comfortable with the convenience of clever temperature control
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It's What's on the Outside That Matters: 5 Trends in Exterior Home Colors Thursday, January 31st, 2019
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Why You Might Want A Chef Sink Monday, October 22nd, 2018
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WHAT'S TRENDING IN LUXURY BATHROOM SINKS? Thursday, October 18th, 2018
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Five popular kitchen island features Thursday, October 11th, 2018
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Take a look at mini-splits Monday, September 17th, 2018
Although not widely adopted in the U.S., ductless HVAC systems can provide both cost and energy savings in new homes.
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Details That Count: 17 Designer Tips for a Great Kitchen Friday, August 24th, 2018
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Luxury Homes Abandon the Microwave Thursday, August 2nd, 2018
Designers are replacing this kitchen staple with steam and speed ovens, or hiding microwaves behind doors or in drawers.
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Statement ranges and wine bars are trending in kitchens Tuesday, July 31st, 2018
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2GIG Water Leak Detector Provides Real-Time Flood Prevention Monday, July 30th, 2018
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ZILLOW: STEAM SHOWERS SELL HOMES Friday, July 13th, 2018
So do pizza ovens, professional appliances, hardwood floors and pet showers.
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Death by Decor: 5 Telltale Signs a Design Trend Is All but Over Tuesday, May 29th, 2018
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RINNAI UNVEILS AMAZON ALEXA INTEGRATION FOR TANKLESS WATER HEATERS Monday, May 21st, 2018
New Control-R 2.0 module enables more than 20 voice commands for new and existing Rinnai models.
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Chinese Firm to Launch Glass Solar Roofing Tiles Monday, May 7th, 2018
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Noise-canceling windows soften the sounds of the city Friday, May 4th, 2018
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3 Trends to Watch in Smart Lighting Monday, April 16th, 2018
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Top Landscape Trends for 2018 Friday, April 13th, 2018
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Looking to Upgrade to a Smart Thermostat? Tuesday, September 15th, 2015
Are you thinking about getting a Smart Thermostat
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Basics of Bath Fans Tuesday, November 11th, 2014
Here is our next installment in product review from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes in Austin, TX. It is from Fine Homebuilding Magazine and written by Martin Holladay.
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Masonry Product Reviews Sunday, August 5th, 2012
Hello again from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes. We are a custom home builder in Austin, TX.
This month we are blogging about masonry and green alternatives. This article is from Michael Morris, a former carpenter and builder, who reports on construction topics as an EcoHome contributing editor. -
High Efficiency Tank Water Heaters Thursday, January 19th, 2012
Here is our next installment in product review from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes in Austin, TX - high efficiency water heaters.
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Central Vacuum Systems Monday, January 2nd, 2012
Here is our next installment in product review from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes in Austin, TX - central vacuum systems.
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Remote Control Lighting Tuesday, October 25th, 2011
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Tankless Water Heaters Monday, October 26th, 2009
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Air Conditioning - Bigger is not better! Tuesday, October 6th, 2009
