by helen | Feb 16, 2026 | Aging in Place (Thriving in Place), Blog, Creative Design Solutions, Holistic Design (Universal Design), main level
For many homeowners across Northern Virginia, the main level is where life really happens, whether it’s cooking, gathering, working, relaxing, or entertaining. Yet many homes were designed with formal rooms, closed-off kitchens, and layouts that aren’t intentional or...
by helen | Jan 12, 2026 | Aging in Place (Thriving in Place), Blog, Creative Design Solutions, Holistic Design (Universal Design), main level
Some remodels elevate and beautify a space – and some transform the way a family lives every single day. This main level remodel in Fairfax, Virginia did exactly that. What began as a tight, outdated layout became an open, connected, and beautifully functional hub for...
by helen | Nov 11, 2025 | Basement Remodel, Blog, Creative Design Solutions, Design Trends
As the holidays approach and cooler weather keeps us indoors, it’s the perfect moment to think about how your lower level could better serve your family in the year ahead. This season offers a natural pause to reflect, plan, and design — so when the new year arrives,...
by helen | Oct 27, 2025 | Blog, Creative Design Solutions, Design Trends, outdoor living
When autumn arrives in Northern Virginia, it brings crisp air, golden light, and a renewed desire to spend time outdoors. Fall is the perfect season to entertain – hosting friends for dinner on the porch, sharing s’mores by the fire, or simply enjoying the changing...
by helen | Sep 9, 2025 | Aging in Place (Thriving in Place), Blog, Creative Design Solutions, Design Trends, Holistic Design (Universal Design), Trust
At Sun Design, we transform your big ideas into beautiful, livable spaces. Check out these three stunning before-and-afters – proof of what thoughtful design and quality craftsmanship can do. Project #1: From Isolated to Integrated – A Kitchen for Family Location:...
