Our Process Every siding project we complete follows a structured, detail-focused approach to ensure long-term performance and a clean, high-end finish: 1. Preparation & Protection We begin by protecting all surrounding areas, including landscaping, walkways, and entry points. This ensures a safe and clean job site from start to finish. 2. Removal of Existing Siding The old siding is carefully removed and disposed of. During this stage, we inspect the underlying structure for any signs of damage or moisture issues. 3. Surface Inspection & Repairs We address any compromised sheathing or framing as needed to create a solid, secure base for the new installation. 4. Weather Barrier Installation A proper moisture barrier is installed to improve energy efficiency and protect the home from water intrusion. 5. Siding Installation We install Double 4.5" Encore Dutch Lap siding in Natural Clay with precision, ensuring straight lines, tight seams, and consistent spacing throughout. 6. Trim, Shutters & Moldings All shutters and exterior moldings are carefully reinstalled and aligned, maintaining the home’s original character while enhancing the updated look. 7. Final Detailing & Cleanup We complete all finishing touches, conduct a full quality check, and leave the property clean and ready to enjoy.

This Chicago luxury primary bathroom remodel was designed to create a calm, spa-like retreat with strong architectural simplicity and high-performance functionality. The space features a freestanding soaking tub, oversized walk-in shower with frameless black glass enclosure, large-format marble-look porcelain walls, and clean modern lines that create a refined and timeless atmosphere. The contrast between the dark custom vanity and bright stone finishes adds depth and balance, while integrated lighting, dual sinks, and carefully planned storage support everyday comfort without compromising design. The large horizontal window brings natural light into the space while maintaining privacy and architectural continuity. Every detail of this renovation was coordinated early—from waterproofing and layout planning to finish selection and fixture placement—resulting in a bathroom that feels elevated, intentional, and built for long-term living.

A classic fireplace surround adds timeless elegance and architectural charm to any interior. Defined by refined proportions and traditional detailing, it creates a sophisticated focal point that enhances both formal living spaces and everyday environments. Its versatile design blends seamlessly with traditional, transitional, and modern classic interiors. Expertly crafted from high-quality precast or cast stone, this fireplace surround offers exceptional durability, clean lines, and lasting beauty. The solid construction ensures long-term performance, while its elegant profile brings warmth, character, and visual balance to your space. Ideal for living rooms, family rooms, and luxury home designs, a classic fireplace surround elevates your interior with enduring style and craftsmanship. Custom sizes and finish options may be available to achieve a perfect fit for your design vision.

This custom-built creekside deck was carefully designed and piered to accommodate the unique site conditions while ensuring long-term structural integrity. The deck features a roof extension with an automatic screened-in porch, creating a comfortable outdoor living space that keeps unwanted bugs out while allowing fresh air to flow. Ceiling fans provide relief during the summer months, while built-in heaters make the space enjoyable on cooler winter nights. Stamped concrete surrounds the deck and pool, offering durability and visual interest. The pool area is framed with a custom metal safety fence that meets all required codes without sacrificing style. To complete the project, faux grass was installed around the pool and dog run to eliminate muddy areas and create a clean, low-maintenance surface ideal for everyday use. The result is a functional, all-season outdoor living space designed for both family enjoyment and entertaining.

Attached Gable Patio Cover – Custom Outdoor Living Upgrade This project features a beautifully crafted attached gable-style patio cover designed to seamlessly integrate with the existing home while creating a bright, open outdoor living space. Built with a 4/12 roof pitch and a structural center rafter layout, the cover provides both architectural interest and long-term durability. The structure includes solid GLB beam wrapping, pre-primed cedar post wraps for a clean finished look, and a natural pine soffit that adds warmth and texture overhead. Roofing was carefully matched to the home for a cohesive appearance. To enhance usability and comfort, we installed four 6” recessed can lights on a dimmer switch, creating adjustable lighting for evening gatherings and everyday enjoyment. Black hardware accents complement the home’s exterior, while the gutter system is designed to integrate with future landscaping plans. Every structural detail — from custom 11” x 11” plinth footings to careful vinyl siding integration — was executed to ensure strength, longevity, and a polished finish. This attached gable patio cover transforms the backyard into a functional, inviting extension of the home — perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying year-round outdoor living.

This Lenexa, Kansas primary bathroom remodel was designed to create a brighter, more open space while improving everyday functionality and long-term accessibility. The existing oversized jacuzzi tub was removed to expand the shower footprint, allowing for a spacious zero-entry shower and a more efficient layout tailored to the homeowners' needs. Thoughtful accessibility features, including heated floors, grab bars, and a curbless shower design, were seamlessly integrated into the space without compromising style. Warm wood cabinetry, marble and travertine tile, brass plumbing fixtures, and a custom makeup vanity with an LED wall mirror add warmth and sophistication throughout. A frameless glass shower enclosure enhances the open feel of the room, allowing natural light and carefully selected finishes to shine. The result is a timeless primary bathroom that balances luxury, comfort, and accessibility while supporting the homeowners' lifestyle for years to come.

This covered patio project in Wichita creates a functional and inviting outdoor living space designed for year-round use. The structure features a custom-built cedar frame with exposed 6x6 posts and beams, paired with a warm stained car siding ceiling that adds natural character and depth. A standing seam metal roof provides long-term durability and a clean, modern look, while the screened-in system with durable TuffScreen fabric offers protection from insects without sacrificing airflow or visibility. Integrated ceiling fans with lighting enhance comfort and usability in all seasons. The project also included new concrete footings and structural framing to support the addition, along with seamless integration into the existing home’s exterior. Finished with matching paint, stain, and guttering, this patio cover blends craftsmanship, performance, and outdoor comfort into one cohesive design.

This whole house renovation in Lake Wylie, SC reimagined the home with a focus on improving layout, functionality, and overall livability. The project transformed a dated interior into a cohesive, modern space by introducing a more open and connected floor plan designed for how the homeowners live today. As part of a comprehensive design-build remodeling project, the renovation included updates to the kitchen, living areas, and bathrooms, along with significant space reconfiguration to enhance flow and usability throughout the home. Key improvements included opening up main living spaces, upgrading finishes, and creating better connections between indoor living areas. The result is a fully updated home that balances clean, modern design with comfortable, functional living. By focusing on both aesthetics and layout, the renovation delivers a space that feels cohesive, efficient, and built for long-term use.

This master bathroom remodel in the Wichita area transforms the space into a clean, functional, and high-end retreat with a focus on durability and modern design. The layout was reworked to incorporate a freestanding soaking tub, dual vanity configuration, and a custom Onyx shower system with a frameless glass enclosure. The shower features a pebble-texture base, integrated niche, and coordinating wall panels for a low-maintenance, seamless finish. Flooring was upgraded with large-format tile installed over a Schluter Ditra waterproofing system, while a matching wainscot tile detail ties the room together. New cabinetry in a Foxhall Green finish, paired with Onyx vanity tops and updated Delta fixtures, brings a cohesive and elevated look to the space. Finishing touches include updated lighting, fresh paint, and detailed trim work, all completed with a focus on quality craftsmanship and long-term performance.

This Passive solar home also features solar panels that will fully offset all heating & cooling and electrical needs. Insulated Concrete Form walls with extensive air sealing and tilt-n-turn windows, and colored concrete floors work together to provide a secure and tranquil indoor environment, Greenguard certified paints, a mini-split heat pump, and heat recovery ventilator ensure the air is pure and healthy. An exposed fastener metal roof, LP SmartSide siding over Benjamin Opdyk Hydrogap, and a combination of triple pane Access windows and doors and triple pane Northstar windows with Pro-Clima flashing ensure long term durability and low maintenance. A custom real fieldstone wood burning fireplace adds warmth to the already very comfortable home.

Attached Gable Patio Cover – Custom Outdoor Living Upgrade This project features a beautifully crafted attached gable-style patio cover designed to seamlessly integrate with the existing home while creating a bright, open outdoor living space. Built with a 4/12 roof pitch and a structural center rafter layout, the cover provides both architectural interest and long-term durability. The structure includes solid GLB beam wrapping, pre-primed cedar post wraps for a clean finished look, and a natural pine soffit that adds warmth and texture overhead. Roofing was carefully matched to the home for a cohesive appearance. To enhance usability and comfort, we installed four 6” recessed can lights on a dimmer switch, creating adjustable lighting for evening gatherings and everyday enjoyment. Black hardware accents complement the home’s exterior, while the gutter system is designed to integrate with future landscaping plans. Every structural detail — from custom 11” x 11” plinth footings to careful vinyl siding integration — was executed to ensure strength, longevity, and a polished finish. This attached gable patio cover transforms the backyard into a functional, inviting extension of the home — perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying year-round outdoor living.

This custom outdoor living project was uniquely designed and engineered for a creekside setting, requiring structural piers and professional engineering to ensure long-term stability and safety. A custom-built wood deck anchors the space, seamlessly integrated with patterned concrete surrounding the pool and extending around the deck to create multiple seating and gathering areas for entertaining friends and the entire family. The pool area is fully enclosed with custom metal fencing that meets all current pool safety codes while maintaining an open, modern aesthetic. The side yard transitions into clean, low-maintenance faux grass, framed at varying elevations with patina metal edging for added dimension and visual interest. This cohesive design wraps through to the front yard, where patina metal is continued to frame the front flower beds, tying the entire property together with a unified, thoughtful design.

This Lenexa, Kansas primary bathroom remodel was designed to create a brighter, more open space while improving everyday functionality and long-term accessibility. The existing oversized jacuzzi tub was removed to expand the shower footprint, allowing for a spacious zero-entry shower and a more efficient layout tailored to the homeowners' needs. Thoughtful accessibility features, including heated floors, grab bars, and a curbless shower design, were seamlessly integrated into the space without compromising style. Warm wood cabinetry, marble and travertine tile, brass plumbing fixtures, and a custom makeup vanity with an LED wall mirror add warmth and sophistication throughout. A frameless glass shower enclosure enhances the open feel of the room, allowing natural light and carefully selected finishes to shine. The result is a timeless primary bathroom that balances luxury, comfort, and accessibility while supporting the homeowners' lifestyle for years to come.

This whole house renovation in Lake Wylie, SC reimagined the home with a focus on improving layout, functionality, and overall livability. The project transformed a dated interior into a cohesive, modern space by introducing a more open and connected floor plan designed for how the homeowners live today. As part of a comprehensive design-build remodeling project, the renovation included updates to the kitchen, living areas, and bathrooms, along with significant space reconfiguration to enhance flow and usability throughout the home. Key improvements included opening up main living spaces, upgrading finishes, and creating better connections between indoor living areas. The result is a fully updated home that balances clean, modern design with comfortable, functional living. By focusing on both aesthetics and layout, the renovation delivers a space that feels cohesive, efficient, and built for long-term use.

This whole house renovation in Lake Wylie, SC reimagined the home with a focus on improving layout, functionality, and overall livability. The project transformed a dated interior into a cohesive, modern space by introducing a more open and connected floor plan designed for how the homeowners live today. As part of a comprehensive design-build remodeling project, the renovation included updates to the kitchen, living areas, and bathrooms, along with significant space reconfiguration to enhance flow and usability throughout the home. Key improvements included opening up main living spaces, upgrading finishes, and creating better connections between indoor living areas. The result is a fully updated home that balances clean, modern design with comfortable, functional living. By focusing on both aesthetics and layout, the renovation delivers a space that feels cohesive, efficient, and built for long-term use.

This custom outdoor living project combines architectural structure, premium materials, and integrated amenities to create a highly functional, resort-style backyard. The existing deck was fully removed and replaced with a new patio cover featuring a clean 2/12 roof pitch, four large skylights with blinds, pine soffits, black hardware, and a durable PVC roofing system. Thoughtful detailing includes wrapped beams and posts, integrated gutters and downspouts, and discreet venting for long-term performance. The space is anchored by a fully built outdoor kitchen with a 42” Hestan grill, Danver flat-panel cabinetry, and Entzo countertops, designed for both everyday use and entertaining. A custom outdoor fireplace adds warmth and visual impact, complete with a substantial wood mantel and provisions for a recessed TV. Underfoot, large-format bluestone deck tiles in a staggered pattern create a refined, modern surface, paired with bluestone stairs and clean fascia detailing. Black cable railing with an IPE top cap preserves open views while maintaining safety. Comfort and technology are seamlessly integrated with recessed lighting, multiple heaters, Control4-ready electrical, and future-ready planning throughout. The result is a cohesive, high-end outdoor space designed for year-round enjoyment and future expansion.

This custom outdoor living project combines architectural structure, premium materials, and integrated amenities to create a highly functional, resort-style backyard. The existing deck was fully removed and replaced with a new patio cover featuring a clean 2/12 roof pitch, four large skylights with blinds, pine soffits, black hardware, and a durable PVC roofing system. Thoughtful detailing includes wrapped beams and posts, integrated gutters and downspouts, and discreet venting for long-term performance. The space is anchored by a fully built outdoor kitchen with a 42” Hestan grill, Danver flat-panel cabinetry, and Entzo countertops, designed for both everyday use and entertaining. A custom outdoor fireplace adds warmth and visual impact, complete with a substantial wood mantel and provisions for a recessed TV. Underfoot, large-format bluestone deck tiles in a staggered pattern create a refined, modern surface, paired with bluestone stairs and clean fascia detailing. Black cable railing with an IPE top cap preserves open views while maintaining safety. Comfort and technology are seamlessly integrated with recessed lighting, multiple heaters, Control4-ready electrical, and future-ready planning throughout. The result is a cohesive, high-end outdoor space designed for year-round enjoyment and future expansion.

For this prewar Classic Seven on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, Tara McCauley reimagined a long-term rental for a family of five who loved their home but felt it needed a more intentional point of view. The goal was to make it feel like a fully realized, personal space without undertaking major renovation. In the main living area, one room that functions as living room, dining room, entry hall, and play zone, the clients wanted to keep several beloved pieces, including a comfortable worn-in leather sofa, yellow patterned valances, and the Oushak rug that ultimately drove the project’s palette. New elements like grasscloth, custom lighting, and color-forward furniture add structure and warmth while still accommodating the daily orbit of three young kids.

Having evergreens on your property is an extraordinary way to include color that will stay fresh all year long. Knowing how to take care of your evergreens is also important if you want them to thrive long-term. How you plant your evergreens and where you plant them is important, but their maintenance equally critical. You should always fortify your evergreens by watering them liberally and mulching their soil beds. This will help reduce any damage caused by winds, cold weather, and intense sun exposure. Pruning on a consistent schedule will also ensure that your evergreen always looks neat, healthy, and green. How to Properly Care for Evergreens Evergreens are very low-maintenance trees but they still require care. Neglected plants will dry out and wither which has the contrary effect of what you intended for when you planted them. Mulching & Watering The level of moisture in the soil will determine how well an evergreen can handle winter conditions and dry conditions. Adding wood chips or shredded bark mulch around the bottom of your plant will help lock in soil moisture. Make sure this is close to the tree’s drip line. Adding organic materials to your mulch, such as compost, will further boost the nutrient levels in the soil. This, in turn, will help your evergreen grow strong, healthy and green. Make sure you water your plant regularly to maintain soil moisture levels. Read More: https://www.fivestartreecare.ca/blog/best-way-to-care-for-evergreens/