Powder rooms are the unsung hero in a home. These cozy cubicles are often an afterthought of design and go vastly ignored. Luckily in these featured homes these chic vanities add a fashionable touch to powder rooms. From floating wood vanities, to warm touches in a subway tiled bathroom, and mid-century inspired vanities these powder…
DetailsFor most, the kitchen is the most important room in the home. It’s where families make and enjoy meals together, where you can share a cup of coffee or a warm cider on a cold evening. It’s where memories are shared and traditions grow. Whether you’re baking cookies for the holiday season or roasting food…
DetailsIn 2018, we saw a widening trend involving the design of dining rooms. With the growing popularity of open concept kitchens came a less formal dining room. Mix and match furniture coupled with more casual table wear, cozy rugs, and bright wallpaper brought in a new era for what was once a formal eating area.…
DetailsBunk beds are a wonderful addition to any child’s room. Whether it’s for your vacation home or your growing family, these most popular bunk bed ideas from 2018 are sure to inspire. With playful built ins, calming shades, and great ideas for slumber party setups, these top bunk bed ideas from Houzz are timeless. Check…
DetailsCheck out what’s happening on the Outer Banks this winter! Here is a list of meetings and events happening around the area this December. December 1st, 2018 – January 19th, 2019 WinterLights Presented by Southern Bank, Elizabethan Gardens, Manteo, NC December 1st, Manteo Christmas Celebration, Manteo, NC December 1st, 2018 The Nutcracker…
DetailsBuilding or remodeling your home? Does it include the laundry room? Check out these 4 useful laundry room ideas from Houzz. From hanging rods over the sink to pull down racks, this article has some great ideas and designer tips. Find Sandmark Custom Homes Houzz profile by clicking here to learn more about our projects and see client reviews.…
DetailsThinking of a “She Shed”? Find out how this interior designer moved her business from the kitchen to a dream She Shed in six weeks, and on a budget of $15,000! Her solution included using a small storage shed on their existing property. “We had this space and we thought it would be perfect,” she…
DetailsOver the years, I have discovered that being the holiday “hostess with the mostest” is not about having the perfect home, the most delicious meals, and the most inspired holiday decor. The best hosts are the ones who are relaxed, welcoming and seem to be enjoying themselves. But I also know that putting things off…
Details2019 Outer Banks Hospital Gala: Sponsorship Opportunities The 14th Annual Outer Banks Hospital Development Council Gala is set for Saturday, February 9th, 2019 at the Duck Woods Country Club in Southern Shores, NC. This year’s theme is Escape to the Caribbean. The Outer Banks Hospital provides health and wellness options throughout the Outer Banks. With a wide…
DetailsIn October 2018 we slipped away for a trip to Italy to celebrate the marriage of our daughter Amanda Martin to Rocky Damico. It was the first time in 22 years of Sandmark Custom Homes that we took 2 weeks off, traveling to Sorrento, the Amalfi Coast, Rome, and Umbria, Italy. Mark and I headed…
DetailsLearn about new custom home and remodel projects, and find out what’s happening on the Outer Banks of North Carolina.