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Tips and Advice For Custom Home Building

Material Selection for Your New Home Build in Orange County

By Julie@julielaughton.com | February 20, 2024

Selecting quality materials for your new home build in Orange County is very important. When building a custom home, you typically work with an architect who draws all the plans and lays everything out and comes up with the whole concept of what the house looks like. Then the actual selections happen with the interior […]

40 – How Do You Determine Your Home Remodeling Budget

By Julie@julielaughton.com | February 15, 2024

In this episode, Julie Laughton dives into the intricacies of determining your home remodeling budget, providing valuable insights and practical tips to ensure your project stays on financial track. Join us as we demystify the budgeting process and empower you to make informed decisions for your dream home. 💰 Episode Highlights: 📐 Understanding Your Needs: […]

Modern Laguna Beach Home Remodel

By Julie@julielaughton.com | February 13, 2024

This Laguna Beach ocean view home looks out over the water where the Montage Hotel beach is. Working on this home was a treat because I had also worked on two other homes on the same street. This home was built by my client’s father and we paid tribute to him as part of the final […]

39 – What Causes Stress During a Remodel

By Julie@julielaughton.com | February 8, 2024

In this insightful episode, Julie Laughton delves into the often-overlooked aspects that contribute to stress during home remodeling projects. Join us as we unravel the mysteries behind the anxiety and discover strategies to transform your remodeling experience into a more harmonious and enjoyable journey. 🛠️ Episode Highlights: 🚧 Identifying Stress Triggers: Explore the various factors […]

Top Kitchen Remodel Trends for 2024

By Julie@julielaughton.com | February 6, 2024

As a designer and general contractor in Laguna Beach and Newport Beach, I specialize in customizing your home. Every single one of my kitchens are one hundred percent custom built. The kitchen is the center of the home where we entertain friends and family and where all the action happens…it’s like the heartbeat of the home. The […]