Residential Design – 1970s Renovation & Thought Bubble
This blog discusses a residential design and renovation project that focuses on updating a 1970s home. The renovation process involved the incorporation of thoughtfully designed spaces and modern elements to transform the property. The project aimed to blend contemporary aesthetics with the charm of the original architecture, resulting in a stylish and functional living space.
Finecraft Makes Cover Of Qualified Remodeler
We are so thrilled to be featured on the cover of Qualified Remodeler Magazine! Check out their website to see all of the 2022 Master Design Award Winners.
Outside The Box Luxury Remodel
The team at Finecraft has worked on countless projects over the years, but we are still blown away when our work is recognized! We would like to thank Donald Lococo Architects for their stellar work and partnership, which was featured on Home & Design’s website! We are also featured in an exhaustive, in-depth article written […]
2022 Master Design Awards: Kitchen $75,000-$150,000
Along with the common concerns of limited space and money, the homeowners had two novel goals. First, the young family of three had two cats who were also considered clients. The second was a result of an innovative sense of style coupled with their youth: to embrace the nature of the 1970s home. Because of […]
Outside the Box
See our new write up from Home and Design.com written by Sharon Jaffe Dan! “Many homes in DC’s desirable neighborhoods meet the wrecking ball when buyers opt for a fresh start instead of a renovation. But sometimes owners with a keen eye see potential where others do not. With pluck and imagination, they can turn […]
See us in Houzz!
Finecraft was recently featured in Houzz’s article: 5 Remodels That Make Good Resale Value Sense — and 5 That Don’t! Come see why Finecraft is a 2022 Houzz winner and get inspired for your upcoming remodel!
Best of Houzz 2022 Winners!
Finecraft is proud to one again be named a Best of Houzz Winner! Our Traditional Home Office in the DC Metro is located in Bethesda, MD. We demolished an existing house that was built in the mid-1900s and built this house in its place. Everything about this new house is top-notch – from the materials […]
Backyard Cottage Expands a Virginia Family’s Living Space
The ADU serves as home office, entertainment hub, kids’ fort and guest house Timing was everything for this newly blended family of six. FineCraft Contractors completed construction on an accessory dwelling unit, or ADU, in its Arlington, Virginia, backyard just as the pandemic hit. With four children in the household, some extra getaway space improved […]
Surviving a Downturn: Successful Actions to be Successful
By Niko Papaheraklis In times like today when we’re experiencing a crisis, it can feel like there’s nothing you can do about it. But, there’s always something you can do to be successful, even during a difficult time. Below, we’re sharing some successful actions you can take today to become successful when everything else feels […]
FineCraft Contractors had a Successful Live Webinar
GAITHERSBURG, MD: FineCraft Contractors, Inc., (https://finecraftcontractors.com/) had a successful live webinar regarding the metro DC real estate market. George Papaheraklis from FineCraft Contractors was a part of a successful live webinar on April 21, 2020 with Rob Chevez and Brad Preisinger titled “Good News from a Builder, Realtor and Banker.” In this webinar, the industry […]
FineCraft Contractors is Successful Amidst Coronavirus
GAITHERSBURG, MD: FineCraft Contractors, Inc., (https://finecraftcontractors.com/) is working hard and continuing to achieve success amidst the Coronavirus. In the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic, where many businesses are seeing a dip in production, FineCraft is working hard with new projects that just started and completing projects on time. From screen porches to one and two-story […]
Our custom-built portico is almost done!
By George Papaheraklis In case you didn’t know, we do build custom pieces for our clients, and when we get the opportunity to do so, we get so excited! It’s a chance for us to be fully creative and create something for you that no one else has. This time, we’re custom building a portico, […]
FineCraft Contractors Completes Recent Major Remodeling Project
GAITHERSBURG, MD: FineCraft Contractors, Inc., (https://finecraftcontractors.com/) recently completed a new major remodeling project. FineCraft recently completed a project in the Washington, DC area within a month and a half from scratch. The project involved the installation of 90 cabinets, 35 of which were seven feet tall, another 35 being two feet tall, fifteen being eight […]
How does a homeowner begin to plan a large remodel?
By Niko Papaheraklis, So, you’ve decided that a room in your home needs a bit of a makeover. This is so exciting and is a lot of fun! But, it’s important to know what steps you should take in order to start planning a large remodel. Below, we lay out a few steps you can […]
FineCraft Contractors’ Latest Remodel is Featured in Bethesda Magazine
GAITHERSBURG, MD: FineCraft Contractors, Inc., (https://finecraftcontractors.com/) has a remodeling project that is featured in the latest issue of Bethesda Magazine. The remodeling project consisted of making the client’s living and kitchen space more open, modern and full of natural light to brighten up the rooms. The client needed to use the space they had in […]
How to Choose Colors for Your Home
By Niko Papaheraklis Choosing the color for the various rooms in your home is more important than you may think. The color you choose tells people how to feel in that space. Do you want to give your home a more modern feel? Maybe you want your home to feel homey and traditional? No matter […]
5 Popular Types of Flooring for Your Home
By Niko Papaheraklis So, you’re thinking of changing your flooring, but you’re not sure what all your options are. Well, we’ve got you covered! Below, we’ve listed out the most popular types of flooring, the cost of each, their pros and cons, and where each type is best suited in your home. 1. Wood Floor […]
FineCraft Contractors Becomes an Affiliate Member of AIADC
GAITHERSBURG, MD: FineCraft Contractors, Inc., (https://finecraftcontractors.com/) has become an affiliate member of the Washington DC Chapter of the American Institute of Architects. The American Institute of Architects in DC (AIADC) was founded in 1887 and serves the Nation’s Capital. This chapter was intimately involved in the design and planning of the Washington area, and continues […]
FineCraft Contractors Had a Successful Construction Tour at Capitol Hill
GAITHERSBURG, MD: FineCraft Contractors, Inc., (https://finecraftcontractors.com/) had a successful construction tour at a custom build in Capitol Hill in collaboration with Jonathan Kuhn Architects and AIAPV CRAN. FineCraft is in the middle of constructing a new two-story family home that sits between two existing rowhouses. This type of construction is complex and requires highly experienced […]
How to Choose Hardware for your Kitchen
By Niko Papaheraklis Even the small things matter when remodeling or designing your home. Choosing kitchen hardware may seem like a small detail, but it can throw the entire room off if you choose the wrong pieces! Below are some of our tips to help you choose kitchen hardware that will elevate your space. Choose […]
The FineCraft Experience
By Niko Papaheraklis Nowadays, it really isn’t enough to just do a service and call it a day. Obviously, you want to make sure the service you provide is high quality, but in today’s world we owe it to our clients to be much more than just a service. That’s why at FineCraft, we work […]
FineCraft Contractors Was Featured on Houzz.com
GAITHERSBURG, MD: FineCraft Contractors, Inc., (https://finecraftcontractors.com/) was recently featured in an article on Houzz.com. Matt Clawson, a Houzz contributor, recently wrote an article about the 5 Remodels That Make Good Resale Value Sense — and 5 That Don’t. This article featured one of FineCraft’s living room remodels as an example to show how adding or […]
FineCraft Contractors Building a Row House in Washington, DC
GAITHERSBURG, MD: FineCraft Contractors, Inc., (https://finecraftcontractors.com/) is currently building a row house from the ground up in Washington DC. Since most row houses are added onto or remodeled, FineCraft Contractors Inc. is doing something different by building it from the ground up. Jonathon Kuhn is the architect and the project will be two units with […]
FineCraft Contractors Completes Whole House Remodel for Family in Washington, DC
GAITHERSBURG, MD: FineCraft Contractors, Inc., (https://finecraftcontractors.com/), a residential and commercial contractor located in Gaithersburg,has recently completed a whole house remodeling for a family on Grafton St. NW in Washington, DC, which more than doubled the living space of the residence. The family wanted more space for their growing family, and rather than move to a […]
Sun Rooms–A Great New Trend in Home Additions
By Niko Papaheraklis It’s a fairly universal desire of homeowners to want more space in their home. A great way to economically add more space to a home today is to add an enclosed porch or sunroom. You can fill your home with more natural light, and add the space you and your family want-with […]
Bethesda Magazine – Expansion Plans
Whether it’s a modest bump-out or an entire second story, a new home addition adds value and transforms the way an older house looks, feels and functions. At the top of local homeowners’ wish lists are new kitchens, family rooms, screen porches, and master suites with ample walk-in closets. Remodeling is an investment, and people […]
How to Recession-Proof your Business
When you listen to the news today, there’s a lot of talk about an impending recession or market crash. It’s enough to make anyone concerned about the future. But it’s especially daunting for business owners. And it’s a feeling that George Papaheraklis, Founder of FineCraft Contractors in Gaithersburg, Md. and author of Blueprints for […]
Standing the Test of Time – Bethesda Magazine
Since 1985, FineCraft has been creating award-winning kitchens, baths, additions, remodels and custom houses in Maryland, Virginia and D.C. “FineCraft is now well into its second generation. We’ve stood the test of time by our sheer dedication and gung-ho approach to every project. We apply specific actions and abide by particular systems that are foolproof,” […]
A Perfect Blend of Old and New
Darcy and Malcolm Marshall knew when they bought their 1533-square foot, 1950s-vintage colonial that it wouldn’t accommodate their growing family over the long-term. So after living in the house for nine years, they were faced with a decision to either sell it and more to a new home or renovate it to meet their need […]
Smooth Transition
A detailed renovation seamlessly blends old and new in an updated ’70s Colonial.
Before and After: An Unbelievable Home Makeover
A floor-to-rafters remodel brings a basic ranch home back to life When Danielle Heller bought a dilapidated 1964 ranch, she knew that restoring her home wasn’t going to be easy. Achieving her daring design ideas was going to require the help of a flexible pro who wasn’t afraid to take a risk. Here’s how Danielle […]
From the Ground Up
When renovations can’t do the job, residents are building custom homes to get what they really want. After years of living in modern condos in the District, Trent Heminger and his husband, Adam Sean Younoszai, moved to Bethesda in 2010 so their twin girls, now 9, could attend better schools. They liked the midcentury aesthetic […]
Before and After: Extreme Home Makeover
A shared vision and attention to detail transform a one-story ranch home into a two-story Cape Cod. After spending her childhood summers in New England and getting married in Cape Cod, Allison Jacob knew she wanted a home with coastal charm. But the single-story, ranch-style house that she and her husband recently purchased was far […]
Basement of the Week: You’d Hardly Guess You Were Underground
Maryland homeowners go for a polished, traditional and gracious look for their Cape Cod home’s basement These homeowners were committed to digging into their basement renovation. Literally. “Excavating to get higher ceilings and natural light was very much worth the cost,” says homeowner and attorney Anna Cave, who served as her own interior designer on […]
Finecraft Contractors breathes new life into 1970s home
This month’s featured project hails from the rolling suburbia of Bethesda, MD. It all began with a 1970’s one-story home and a desire for something more personal. “I needed to have a house that felt like it was mine,” said homeowner Trent Heminger. “And, I think the only way to really get that is to […]
Small Space Living and Design
FineCraft’s work featured in the book “Small Space Living Design”
Modern Flow
Spotting an ugly duckling in a desirable neighborhood isn’t difficult—but precious few can envision the swan that will emerge after an extensive renovation. The bird in question is in Chevy Chase, Maryland, and its original configuration was an architectural puzzle—a conglomeration of styles that included the characteristics of a rambler combined with classical elements like […]
Dealing with Client Disputes
Remodelers must be prepared for client objections and have a procedure in place to solve disagreements swiftly and effectively. Brian Peterson sat through another meeting when his phone rang. On the other end, a distraught homeowner told him between sobs that one of his workers struck a water line during her interior renovation. Peterson […]
Transforming a 1890’s D.C. row house
For the past few years, Washington D.C. has been at the top of the list when it comes to home improvement spending. Hordes of young professionals are moving to the city for employment opportunities within the ever-changing political sector, and the current housing situation isn’t up to speed. Fortunately, home pros like Finecraft Contractors are […]
Spotlight On Finecraft
The writing team at Steam Showers Inc sat down with Niko, the Business Manager of Finecraft Building Contractors, Inc., to talk about general contracting and trends in home remodeling. Finecraft Contractors is a general contracting company serving Maryland and offering home additions, renovations, remodels and new home construction. You can read our interview with Niko […]
Myriad details, styles in this historic Rockville dwelling
The Federal-style house with 19th-century Victorian and 20th-century Classical Revival modifications is believed to be the oldest home in Rockville that remains a private residence. Although its origins are a bit murky, the house has a long history that included the first Baptist minister in Rockville and an 80-year ownership by the influential Peter family. […]
Finecraft Brings Home The Gold
Thursday, June 2, 2016 marks the day Finecraft Contractors, Inc. came home with yet another award – the gold award from MBIA (Maryland Building Industry Association) in the category of Custom Transitional Home. The award is a symbol of all the hard work and care put into building the house on Durbin St. in Downtown […]
1950’s Vintage Colonial Home Remodel
See how this homeowner made it through an entire home renovation and two story addition in 8 months. This entire home remodel consisted of renovating the existing home along with a two story addition, including a master bedroom and bathroom, kitchen, family room, and dining room. Going into the project the homeowner’s had never been through […]
Family Ties
A grand old Chevy Chase home is expanded and updated to accommodate three generations From the outside, this elegant brick colonial in the leafy Kenwood neighborhood of Chevy Chase looks like any other single-family home on the block. But it’s actually two households in one. Drs. Leslie Simmons Warner, an OB-GYN, and O.G. Warner, a […]
Open House
To make room for his growing family, George Myers expanded his 1890s home to more than three times its original size Its new, less formal dining room makes accessing the front porch a breeze.
