This issue of the Dimension Design-Build-Remodel e-newsletter includes information on…

• 2023 Home Building Trends
• Lake Home Renovation
• Company Activities
• Following us on Facebook
• Client Feedback
• Project Manager Opening
• Valentine’s Day Recipe

We hope the New Year has gotten off to a great start for you and your families. Let us know how we can help you to improve your home and create spaces that best serve all your needs.

The pandemic has had lasting effects on what people want from their home, making health a priority in 2023 home building trends. According to the experts at Dimension Design-Build-Remodel, Inc., demand is also increasing for smart technology, flexible rooms, and floor plans that are less open.

Indoor Air Quality

The trend that continues to gain popularity year after year is energy efficiency. “Home builders have gotten really good at building energy efficient homes,” said David Kallie, CR, CAPS, Dimension’s President and CEO. “When we started making these buildings really tight, we didn’t consider how that would affect indoor air quality and our health.”

Poor indoor air quality can cause or exacerbate many symptoms. Sometimes called “sick building syndrome,” these acute health and comfort issues include headaches, fatigue, skin irritation, dizziness, nausea, and a variety of respiratory problems. “Indoor air quality is even more important for people with asthma or allergies,” David said.

Healthy home building is gaining popularity as more people are educated on the causes and effects of bad indoor air quality, which include:

• Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from carpeting, upholstery, adhesives, manufactured wood products, paint, varnish, cleaning products, and more.
• Inadequate ventilation.
• Biological contaminants like mold, bacteria, pollen, and viruses.

With health consciousness trending, demand is growing for toxin-free construction materials, low or no VOC finishes, and allergen prevention throughout the home.

Smart Technology

Smart home technology will be more mainstream in 2023, even for those who are less tech savvy. “Especially in new homes, people are implementing more built-in smart devices,” said David, including thermostats, security systems, lighting, and appliances. “This year, technology will give more people control of their home’s safety, energy efficiency, comfort, and entertainment.”

Multifunctional Spaces for Flexible Living

With people spending more time at home, multifunctionality is gaining importance. “Room design is getting more flexible to meet people’s needs,” Kallie said. For example, the formal dining room may be set up to transform into a home office, while upstairs, the playroom can become a guest room or a yoga studio as needed.

Closed Floor Plans

Some aspects of the open floor plan will always be around, but homeowners are finding they need more privacy. “Some people want more rooms, more walls, which will mean more storage,” David said. “Some want the option for privacy, so we may see more pocket doors in new homes this year.”

Building a custom home or addition gives you the joy of choosing the design and style of every detail, whether it is trending or not. Is 2023 your year to build the exact home you want? Dimension Inc. will design and build you a home or addition that not only enhances your quality of life but allows you to live a healthier lifestyle.

Call Dimension Design-Build-Remodel at 262-402-6602 or complete our contact form today to begin the process.

The goal of this kitchen renovation project on Okauchee Lake in Nashotah was to update and modernize a more than a 20-year-old kitchen, while also tying the kitchen and family room together.

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Dimension Design-Build-Remodel recently won four awards in the annual NARI Milwaukee-sponsored Remodeler of the Year competition. The awards were in the following categories:

Congratulations to the Dimension team for this much-deserved recognition!

David Kallie, CR, CAPS, Dimension Design, Build, Remodel Inc. President and CEO, was featured in a Spectrum News 1 interview at the recently concluded MBA Home Building & Remodeling Show, sharing his thoughts on the industry in 2023.

Click here to watch the interview.

Dimension Design-Build-Remodel, Inc. will be exhibiting at the 2023 NARI Milwaukee Spring Home Improvement Show Friday, February 17 – Sunday, February 19 at the Wisconsin Exposition Center at State Fair Park.

Please stop by booth #536 to discuss the home improvement projects you’re considering. For hours and to purchase tickets, click here. We look forward to seeing you at the Show!

We didn't think a basement remodel could be stress-free, but it was. From initial design concepts (you knew what we wanted better than we did!) to having a more functional space in our home, Dave and Jonathan let us know what to expect from start to finish. The design's functionality keeps our busy lives organized throughout the year. Our new space is "us," as it changed our lives, and we couldn't be happier with how everything turned out.

Ann M., Delafield

Dimension Design, Build, Remodel Inc. is growing quickly and seeking a project manager to join our design/build team!

If you are hardworking, self-motivated, detail oriented, and possess strong leadership and communication skills, you are the ideal candidate. You must enjoy working alongside the team and thrive in a team environment.

Click here for additional information regarding the opening. Submit your resume and cover letter to davekallie@dimension-dbr.com.

Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon
• 12 sea scallops, rinsed and drained
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Cut the bacon slices in half and wrap each half around a scallop. Use a toothpick to secure in place. Drizzle lemon juice over scallops. Place on a cookie sheet.
3. Bake in a preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until bacon is cooked. Serve warm.