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April 27, 2018
Stan Acton

5 Compelling Reasons to Remodel Your Bathroom

The bathroom is not just a place that exists for showering, shaving and putting on makeup. Nowadays, bathrooms have become a sort of refuge or sanctuary—a private place where we...

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April 26, 2018
Stan Acton

New ADU Zoning Helps Palo Alto Housing Crisis & Unlocks Land Value

In March, the Palo Alto City Council responded to the housing crisis with a vote to approve a series of zoning reforms that encourage the construction of accessory-dwelling...

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April 23, 2018
Stan Acton

Design Considerations for the Perfect ADU Suite/Guest Studio

If you own a home in Northern California, then you are likely familiar with the rising popularity of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) .

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April 11, 2018
Stan Acton

Expect the Unexpected—How to Plan Ahead for Your Home Remodel

Congratulations! You’ve made the exciting decision to remodel your home. For many people, remodeling is a new and exciting experience, but also intimidating and wrought with fear.

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March 29, 2018
Stan Acton

Are You Thinking of Adding an ADU to Your Home?

Consider These Key Factors Before You Get Started. ADUs, or Accessory Dwelling Units , continue to rise in popularity across the country.

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March 28, 2018
Stan Acton

Home Remodeling Projects with the Highest Return on Investment

How to Boost Your Home Value in Northern California People choose to remodel their home for a variety of reasons. Their motivation may stem from needing to keep family...

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March 23, 2018
Stan Acton

How to Define your Personal Design Style Before Starting Your Home Remodel

Photo Courtesy of Better Homes and Gardens You have wanted to renovate your home for years now and are finally ready to get started.

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March 20, 2018
Stan Acton

This is What Could Happen to Your Resale Value if You Add an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) to Your Silicon Valley Property

To ease the crushing housing shortage in Silicon Valley, laws have changed to encourage homeowners to build accessory dwelling units on their property—to house aging family...

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February 27, 2018
Stan Acton

7 Exciting New Kitchen Design Trends in California

Just In Time to Spice Up Your Kitchen As a full-service kitchen design+build firm servicing Santa Clara County and Silicon Valley, Acton ADU knows the value of smart kitchen...

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February 23, 2018
Stan Acton

Aging-in-Place: How to Add Comfort and Convenience to Your Home, Now and in the Future

It’s not surprising that a majority of Americans after age 55 prefer to stay in their homes. The good news is, there is a whole industry dedicated to helping people modify their...

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