Early Planning - The Key to a successful project (yawn!!!)

      

Over the years we see clients who consistently fall into one of several categories when it comes to planning. Those who delay engaging their electronics integrator until just before drywall goes up and are of the assumption that “it’s all about getting some wires in before drywall” and those who are right.


I jest but only a little bit…would you pull all the cabinets out of your kitchen, strip the drywall away, peel up the flooring and call a cabinet maker, contractor, designer and other affiliated workers and ask to have your new kitchen installed……and by the way it needs to be done next week. Of course not!

The fact is that electronics play such a large part in our homes today that they require significant planning and time to do so properly. An electronics systems contractor (ESC) is trained to not only be current with todays technology, but to work alongside your design team to make sure that spaces are properly planned. I can’t tell you how often we encounter a client who calls us into a prospective project at or near the conclusion of construction with the assumption that now it’s time to install the electronics and the planning for music or TV locations is either nonexistent or completely wrong.   

Invariably the client can become upset with their design or contracting team for not insisting we get called earlier in the process.

I added the Yawn at the top of the page because I know that we have all heard the cry to plan early before and we have found ourselves involved in some projects earlier and earlier but sadly it hasn’t been early enough on many projects. Thus we echo this call into the night once more as we march on in our quest for the perfectly planned home entertainment and automation system!!! Cue trumpets.





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 This article was written by Mark Glidden of Stone + Glidden. Stone-Glidden is an award winning design and installation firm, Integrating audio-video, lighting, security, and automation for new and existing homes throughout the Delaware Valley.


Superior Woodcraft is a local custom cabinet maker from Doylestown, Pa - the heart of Bucks County.


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Houzz Features Superior Woodcraft

   

In today's Houzz's feature article, "15 Ways to Design With Copper," Superior Woodcraft is featured for the use of a copper sink.  Becky from Houzz says, "This beautiful farmhouse sink stands out against the black cabinet surround and plays off the hues of the wood around it."  Read more to see 15 Ways to Design With Copper.

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60 Bragg Hill Entering Final Phases

   
60 Bragg Hill is starting to take more recognizable forms. The computer generated plans  are coming to life and the structure is transforming into a home.

Red corrugated siding and reverse board-and-batten cypress are applied to the exterior of the home to reveal its Chester County barn heritage. Read More.

One of the most significant and visible features of this home is its grand staircase. The three story staircase is adorned with strong, massive timbers milled mostly from a single giant red oak tree grown at the owner's current home. The 100 year old tree was dying of natural causes and was carefully cut down and milled into beams, posts and stair treads for 60 Bragg Hill.  Read More

  

     

   

Construction will be completed on this sustainable home within a few more weeks.  Then the move in date will be scheduled!  Be sure to keep following 60 Bragg Hill through the final stages.

  

Superior Woodcraft is a local custom cabinet maker from Doylestown, Pa - the heart of Bucks County.  Superior Woodcraft is a sponsor of 60 Bragg Hill and provider of sustainable custom cabinetry for the home.
  

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Superior Woodcraft Supports Local Artisan - Susan Williamson

 
 

The craftsmen at Superior Woodcraft enjoy supporting fellow artisans, especially local artisans who also support Superior Woodcraft. One such artisan is Susan Williamson, PWCS.


Susan Williamson works in pastel and watercolor and divides her time between a home in Lower Gwynedd, PA and a cottage in Paradox Lake, NY. She has studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and Temple University.

Susan is a juried member of Women Artists of the West, Pastel Society of America, Landscape Artists International , Philadelphia Water Color Society, and the American Society of Bovine Painters. She is a Signature member of the Philadelphia Water Color Society and served on its board of directors from 2004-2006.

Susan's paintings are in collections across the country and have been accepted into shows such as the Pastel Society of America Show, International Association of Pastel Societies Shows, Adirondack Pastel Society, Philadelphia Water Color Society International Exhibition, Phillips Mill Annual Show, Yellow Springs Art Show, Audubon Society Show, and the Northeast National Exhibition of Pastels. Several of Susan’s paintings can be viewed at Superior Woodcraft.

'Working closely with nature 'en plein air' (on location) when painting landscapes or spending time with beautiful creatures such as cattle and goats, has given me a deeper appreciation for these complex beings. I am consumed with painting cattle and other nonhuman animals as individuals and aspire to portray the character of one sentient creature. I hope my paintings will remind people to make choices that will allow the animals they use to live better lives. The same is true of our decisions that affect the environment”, Susan Williamson.

To see more of Susan Williamson’s work visit http://1-susan-williamson.artistwebsite.com/.

Superior Woodcraft thanks Susan for her support and for sharing her talents and vision with us.  Our environment and lives have been enriched by your art. 

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Independent We Stand Features Superior Woodcraft

Superior Woodcraft is proud that Independent We Stand is featuring Superior Woodcraft during the celebration of this special American holiday - Independence Day! Independent We Stand has this to say about Superior Woodcraft, "Superior Woodcraft, a handcrafted custom cabinetry manufacturer based out of Doylestown, Penn., is known for two things:" read more

Superior Woodcraft wishes everyone a happy and safe 4th of July. Celebrate your local communties. Happy Independence Day America!
  
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Summer Time Sweet Corn Recipe at The Market at Del Val

Move over, spring. Summer is coming in full swing! The farmer market’s bins are getting filled with local goods such as peas, beans, asparagus, raspberries, blueberries, tomatoes, cherries, and SWEET CORN! That’s right, just in time for July 4th! And not only does sweet corn taste great, cooking and eating it can provide you with amazing health benefits.

A study conducted by Cornell University food scientists found that cooking sweet corn increases its antioxidant activity. Antioxidants are known to stop free radicals, which can return a reduced risk of heart disease, cancer, cataracts, and even Alzheimer’s. Sweet corn is high in calories, however, so stick to one serving!
 
Local farmers market The Market at Del Val is your local source for fresh and local sweet corn! Starting this July 4th weekend, the sweet corn available in the market will be from their sister location, Shady Brook Farm. Located at 2100 Lower State Rd., Doylestown, stop down to get fresh sweet corn, local lettuce and tomatoes, and homemade guacamole for your Fourth of July Picnic!

Here is a great party recipe for your fresh sweet corn, provided by The Kitchen by JustFood at The Market at Del Val:

Sweet Corn Fritters

Yield: about 75 Fritters

Time: 45 minutes (depending on size of pan)

Ingredients

8 ears Corn on the Cob, shucked

1 cup Diced Red Onion

¼ cup Chopped Garlic Scapes

½ cup Diced Red Bell Pepper

2 tsp Granulated Garlic

1 tsp Cayenne Pepper

1 TBL Cumin

3 Eggs

1 ½ cup Milk, Whole

2 cups Biscuit Mix

2 cups Vegetable Oil



Instructions

1. Grill corn cobs for approximately 5 minutes

2. Cut grilled corn from the cobs

3. Combine all ingredients except vegetable oil

4. Heat oil in a deep pan to 350˚

5. Scoop ¼ cup portions in hot oil

6. Brown on each side

7. Cook in hot oil for approximately 5-8 minutes

Make sure oil heats back to 350 before each new batch

Serve with a side of spicy sweet Stonewall Kitchen sauce of your choice!

This article was contributed by The Market at Del Val

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