September has a special feel on the Outer Banks. Around here, you’ll often hear it called “locals’ summer”—the beaches get...
5 Design Decisions We’d Still Make 30 Years Later
For the past 30 years, we've had the privilege of designing and building custom homes along North Carolina's Outer Banks....
Sourdough with Sandy: Sourdough Peach Cobbler Skillet
Here's a Sourdough Peach Cobbler Skillet recipe! Fresh Outer Banks peaches don't last long around here, so whenever we can...
Homeownership Goals for the Back-to-School Season
Homeownership Goals for the Back-to-School Season: August is a smart time to focus on homeownership because it aligns with the...
New OBX Real Estate Statistic Reports
New OBX Real Estate Statistic Reports: The Outer Banks Association of Realtors has invested in a new statistical reporting tool...
August 2026 Outer Banks Events
August on the Outer Banks is full of summer traditions, local markets, live music, and community celebrations. Whether you’re looking...
From The Archives: The Man Behind the Circular Sign
As part of celebrating Sandmark's 30th anniversary, we're taking a trip back to where it all began. We recently came...
The Story Behind Sandmark: Chapter One
The Story Behind Sandmark Chapter One: It Started with a Dream Thirty years ago, we packed up everything we knew,...
Sourdough with Sandy: Sourdough Blondie Brownies
Sometimes the best recipes never make it to the photo shoot. These sourdough blondie brownies disappeared so quickly that the...
July 2026 Houzz Roundup
Whether you're planning a major renovation, updating a single room, or simply gathering ideas for the future, these Houzz articles...