Marvista Design + Build Blog

Modernizing First Floors: Adding Coat Closets & Powder Rooms to Pittsburgh's Historic Homes

Add modern essentials like coat closets and powder rooms to your historic Pittsburgh home. Blend convenience with character. Contact Marvista Design + Build today.

Embracing Multi-Generational Living: The Value of First-Floor Primary Suites

Support aging parents and boost home value with a first-floor primary suite. Explore multi-generational living solutions with Marvista Design + Build. Contact us today.

Streamlining Success: The Marvista Design + Build Advantage

Discover the benefits of Marvista’s streamlined design-build process for faster, smoother, high-quality home remodels. Experience the Marvista advantage—contact us today.

Why Bathroom Remodels in Pittsburgh's Historic Homes Cost More-And Why They're Worth It

Bathroom remodels in historic Pittsburgh homes require special care but deliver lasting value and charm. Trust Marvista Design + Build to guide your renovation. Read on to learn more.

Crafting Functional Kitchens in Pittsburgh's Historic Homes: Smart Solutions for Awkward Spaces

Transform awkward kitchens in Pittsburgh's historic homes with smart, space-maximizing designs. Honor your home's character. Contact Marvista Design + Build today.

Brighten Up Your Home: Expanding Space with Dormer Additions

Discover how dormer additions can enhance your home's space, natural lighting, and value, especially in historic Pittsburgh homes. Contact us to get started.

Elevating Independence: Aging in Place with Residential Elevators in Pittsburgh's Historic Homes

Enhance safety, mobility, and comfort in Pittsburgh’s historic homes with residential elevators. Plan for aging in place with Marvista Design + Build. Contact us today.

The Cooks Have It

Learn more about the kitchen appliances we can add when doing a kitchen renovation + our appliance options in Pittsburg. Call today!

The Latest Kitchen Remodeling Trends

Check out the latest kitchen remodeling trends by reading the Marvista Design + Build blog. We can help model your dream kitchen. Call today!

Establishing Realistic Timelines for Your Kitchen Renovation

Learn how to establish realistic timelines for your kitchen renovation by reading the Marvista blog. We detail the steps of your kitchen renovation.

Take the Stress Out of a Kitchen Remodel

Your new kitchen should make you happy! Make the kitchen remodeling process less stress in this blog from Marvista Design + Build!

Secrets to Great Bathroom Storage

If you are looking to create great storage space in your Pittsburgh home bathroom, trust Marvista Design + Build to create the bathroom of your dreams.

Painted or Stained? That Is the Question

Is paint or stain the right choice for your new Pittsburgh kitchen or bath cabinets? Learn more about the difference between paint and stain.

Kitchen Design Trends 2019

Are you looking to remodel your kitchen in 2019? Click here for the latest in kitchen design trends, or contact Marvista Design + Build today!

3 Must-Have Features for Your Kitchen Remodel

Are you planning a kitchen remodel? Be sure to include these must-have features so you can enjoy your kitchen for years to come!

The Effect of COVID-19 on Home Design

Learn what the next decade has in store for home design by reading the Marvista Design + Build blog. Call today to start your remodeling project

Keys to Selecting the Perfect Vanity

Looking to install the perfect vanity for your Pittsburgh home? Trust Marvista Design + Build to create the vanity of your dreams. Call us today!

What Color Countertop Is Best for Your New Kitchen?

The color of countertops for a new kitchen is important for your home. Learn more about our countertop services at Marvista Design + Build.

5 Benefits of American-Made Cabinets

Choosing where your cabinets come from is important. Read about the 5 benefits of using American-made cabinets in your remodel.

Best Cabinets for Your Kitchen Remodel

Cabinets are critical to the look and function of your kitchen. Click here to read about some of the popular types of kitchen cabinets!

Elements of a Well-Designed Kitchen

Your new kitchen should not only look spectacular but should function spectacularly as well. Read more about elements of a well-built kitchen

Bathroom Safety Tips for National Bath Safety Month

For National Bath Safety Month, the Marvista Design + Build team wanted to focus on remodeling that can be pursued to increase bathroom safety!

What Should I Consider When Building a New Deck ?

Demand Grows for Technologically Sophisticated Baths

Matching Old Wood Floors To New Wood Floors

Benefits Of Remodeling A Bathroom

When Should I Start a Home Remodel?

What is the Difference Between Granite and Quartz

Benefits of heated flooring in your home

Benefits of a Whole Home Remodel

Design trends to consider as you Age in your Home

Ways To Increase Storage in Your Kitchen

Five reasons to replace knob and tube wiring during your home renovation

Top 10 benefits of adding an addition to your home

Ways to incorporate custom lighting in your home

Advantages of a Design-Build Firm

Marvista’s Design Studio Wins National Kitchen & Bath Association Innovative Showroom Award

Why a Bathroom Remodel Can Be So Costly

Planning a Whole-Home Renovation

Can I Live in My Home During a Home Addition?

Smart Strategies for Whole-Home Renovations

20 Holiday Interior Design Ideas

Balancing Home Additions vs. Buying a New Home

Five Home Renovations and Additions That Add Value to Your Home

How to Manage a Kitchen Remodel – A Homeowner’s Guide

Awards & Press

Marvista’s commitment to quality has led to numerous awards for our design and build services in multiple local, national, and trade publications.