How to choose your design/build firm for home construction
by Glenn M. Travis, Principal, GMT Home Design This historic carriage house, once filled with horse stalls, has been restored to a fun eclectic art…...
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What’s design/build, and how is it different from design-bid-build?
by Glenn M. Travis, Principal, GMT Home Design. Last update May 2025.The design/build approach to home construction aims for better communication,…...
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Refreshing, updating, and remodeling the Cape-style home
by Glenn M. Travis, Principal, GMT Home Design Cape Cod style home with small shed dormer upstairs, mixed clapboard and shingle siding choices, and…...
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Cape-style Homes: New England’s Cozy, Shingled Cottage Look
by Glenn M. Travis, Principal, GMT Home Design. Updated September 2025.Ah, the Cape. Today most New Englanders might think of Cape Cod, Mass., as…...
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Updating or remodeling your Saltbox Colonial New England home
Aerial Photo of Johnston House in Half Moon Bay California by Glenn M. Travis, Principal, GMT Home Design Inc. If you're lucky enough…...
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The Saltbox Colonial: How a charming traditional New England Home style got started
by Glenn M. Travis, Principal, GMT Home Design The c.1680 Saltbox Colonial home where US President John Adams was born. Photo: US National Park…...
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Updating or remodeling your classic Colonial New England home
by Glenn M. Travis, Principal, GMT Home Design Inc. In our previous post, we looked at the history of the classical Colonial style New England…...
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Why partnerships are the best design/build strategy for general contractors
Perfection in Partnership: A stunning kitchen brought to life through seamless collaboration between design and build. By Glenn M. Travis When…...
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Classic Colonial: The earliest settlers’ New England homes
by Glenn M. Travis, Principal, GMT Home Designs, Inc. Don't you love the distinct look and feel of New England? We do! Whether you're in a…...
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GMT Featured in Houzz’s: 8 Secrets of People With Beautifully Organized Homes
We’re pleased to share that GMT was recently featured in Houzz’s 8 Secrets of People With Beautifully Organized Homes! When life gets…...
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GMT Home Designs Awarded Gold for Best Residential Interior Remodel
Ashland MA, August 2, 2021 – The Professional Remodeling Organization New England (PRO New England) awarded GMT Home Designs of Ashland,…...
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Kitchen Designs We’re Loving
Odds are you spend a lot of your time in your kitchen. From hosting gatherings with friends and family to cooking and eating breakfasts and dinners…...
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