Renovate vs Tear Down: Which Home Solution Is Right for You?

Thursday, August 27, 2026 I 5:30-7:00pm

 

Where: Miele Experience Center in Tysons Corner, 8065 Leesburg Pike, Suite 110, Vienna, VA 22182
Note: Parking garage available

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Your Personal Advisory Board for One of the Biggest Decisions You’ll Make

 

Join Sun Design and a panel of trusted industry experts for an engaging discussion about one of the biggest decisions homeowners face: Should you renovate your existing home or tear it down and build new?

Explore the costs, benefits, challenges, and long-term considerations of each option while gaining insights from professionals in architectural remodeling, real estate, financing, and other related fields. Whether you’re planning for your family’s future or evaluating your home’s potential, you’ll leave with the knowledge and confidence to make an informed decision.

The evening will be held at the stunning Miele Experience Center in Tysons Corner, where innovative German engineering, elegant design, and state-of-the-art home technology create the perfect setting for this informative event. Enjoy a complimentary chef-prepared dinner while connecting with experts and fellow homeowners.

PANEL ADVISORY BOARD:

Angelique Ayala, CFP® | Financial Planner

Angelique Ayala is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional with Horizon Advisory Group, specializing in holistic financial planning and investment management. She is passionate about educating her clients so they can make confident, informed decisions as they pursue their financial goals and navigate complex financial situations.

A Northern Virginia native, Angelique was born and raised in North Springfield and now resides in Centreville with her dog, Tigre. She earned her bachelor’s degree from George Mason University, majoring in finance with a minor in economics.

Outside of work, Angelique enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling, and connecting with friends and family.

Jennifer Mack | Realtor® + Team Leader

Jennifer Mack is a Northern Virginia native who grew up in a military family. After her husband’s service concluded, they planted roots in Fairfax, Virginia, where they continue to live and serve their community.

Licensed since 2005, Jennifer leads Jennifer Mack Properties, a top-producing team of five agents with eXp Realty, serving clients across a 50+ mile radius of Washington, DC. She is known for her results-driven, proactive approach, balanced by a genuine care for the people she represents—earning her a reputation as both a strong negotiator and a trusted advocate.

Within the local real estate community, Jennifer is highly respected and frequently invited to teach training classes. She is viewed as a mentor and advisor among her peers and has spent over two decades giving back through volunteer leadership on multiple committees within her local Realtor association.

Jennifer holds a bachelor’s degree from University of Texas at Austin and an MBA from Texas State University, with a professional background in technology that enhances her strategic approach to real estate.

Above all, Jennifer values family. She has been happily married to her husband, Kris, for 23 years and is the proud mother of two teenagers who share her commitment to community involvement through local schools, their church, and charitable organizations.

Scott Davis | Regional Vice President and Mortgage Lender

Scott Davis is Regional Vice President and Mortgage Lender at Fidelity Direct Mortgage, where he has spent nearly two decades helping homeowners make confident financial decisions through education, clear communication, and practical guidance.

For homeowners considering whether to renovate, tear down and rebuild, or purchase a different home, Scott helps bring clarity to the financial side of the equation. From understanding home equity and renovation financing options to evaluating mortgage strategies for a new build or future home purchase, he works to ensure clients have the information they need to make smart, informed decisions.

Scott believes the best outcomes come from listening first, educating clients, and building trust—not selling products. Borrowers appreciate his straightforward approach, consistent communication, and ability to simplify complex scenarios, helping them feel confident every step of the way.

A Marine Corps veteran, father, real estate investor, and avid rugby fan, Scott brings the discipline of service, the perspective of an investor, and a genuine passion for helping people achieve their goals. Whether clients are renovating, rebuilding, or planning their next move, Scott’s goal is to provide the insight and guidance needed to move forward with confidence.

Brook Mitchell | Director of Project Development

Brook Mitchell joined Sun Design Remodeling in November 2024, bringing 20+ years of experience in remodeling, design, and construction project management. A former owner of a design-build firm, she specializes in large-scale custom projects and leads with a consultative approach—ensuring each client’s home reflects their lifestyle, needs, and vision.

At Sun Design, Brook leads the project consultant team with a focus on strong relationships, clear communication, and delivering an exceptional client experience aligned with the company’s core values. She also serves as the 2025 Builder Forum Vice Chair for the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors, helping strengthen collaboration between builders and realtors.

Brook holds a Construction Project Management Certificate from Columbia University and is a licensed Realtor in Virginia and DC. Outside of work, she enjoys camping, fishing, hiking, and spending time with her animals and family.

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We were thrilled with the work performed by Sun Design. We had used a different contractor to build a porch and it was an awful experience with long delays, so we were cautious. The Sun Design team listened to all our needs, presented multiple options to meet those needs at different price points, and delivered on time and on budget for our first floor renovation. They are exceptional at communicating with their clients on what to expect during each stage of the journey and carry our strongest recommendation.

Brendan Mahon

 

 

10/10 would highly recommend Sun Design. We found our kitchen layout was too small and wasn't working for us. We told Sun Design what our issues were and what was important to us, and their amazing design team created the kitchen of our dreams. It turned into a whole first floor transformation, moving kitchen, dining room, and living room around to a configuration that worked best for us.

Ashley Norman

 

 

I am a HUGE fan of Sun Design! The first time that we worked with them was over 15 years ago. We were ready to have a deck built, but not just any deck, and of course, Jeremy was the designer at that time and I remember how he went about designing it so that it looked like "part of the house" - It is beautiful. We recently refurbished it, and it looks absolutely beautiful!

Josie Zamolyi Caldwell

 

 

Sun Design transformed our "cookie cutter" house into a spectacular, unique home. Working with Ericka was a delight - her confidence and fun personality made the process enjoyable. Ours was a complete remodel - kitchen, family room, powder room, upstairs bathrooms, and some primary bedroom work. We loved working with Sun Design so much that we will be working with them again in the future when we are ready for an addition that will add a garage and in-law suite. Highly recommend!

Patti Ahlstrom

 

 

SunDesign came up with a creative design for our screened-in porch that beautifully fits into our existing landscape. Project was executed on budget and their craftsmanship is superb. Their responsiveness to a warranty issue we had with the door was immediately addressed. We highly recommend SunDesign — their teams are awesome to work with.

Gisela Ulmschneider

 

 

We had a fairly big project to build out part of our house. Sun Design has done a phenomenal job so far. We are getting close to complete. The design process was very collaborative and the execution of the build has gone well so far. Every part of the experience has been top quality and the team we are working with is amazing. The team is expensive but they are able to walk you through where every cent goes and why and they will look at different options to try to help reduce cost. They are well worth every penny. I would want to use Sun Design for any future projects and I highly recommend them.

Jen Navarro

 

 

Maryam and Jeff from Sun Design home care department are great to work with. Maryam is very responsive and attentive to all my inquiries. Jeff is my to go guy whenever I need work or maintenance in my property, very professional and thorough with his work. I have been a satisfied customer for 2 years now.

Brigitte Siegall

 

 

Sun Design handled the renovation of our large basement several years ago. We finished our laundry room and added two walls of built in cabinets, reconfigured a storage room and run-down kitchen into a guest room and sitting area, and finished a large rec room. Everything was redone - the floors, walls, ceilings, electrical work, etc. Sun Design did a terrific job - the rooms look wonderful. Our house was built in 1962 and we had a number of glitches along the way. But Sun Design made sure that, at the end, everything looked and worked properly. I highly recommend them.

Susan Louis

 

 

I have been working with Sun Design for over 15 years. They are a great company to work with, very friendly and professional staff. They are very clean, responsive, respectful of your property and I have nothing but the great things to say about Sun Design.

Goran Zukic

 

 

This review is to introduce you to Sun Design services and to recommend them for your next project. We used Sun Design for a deck – sunroom redesign, and the end result exceeded our expectations. Sun Design is easy to work with, thinks creatively, and effectively communicates ideas to enhance projects, and thus Sun Design has my highest endorsement. The staff is knowledgeable, courteous, and friendly. They truly care about every aspect of the projects they do. They arrive on time and leave the place spotless when the work has been completed.

H. Milton Richardson

Our experience with Sun Design has been nothing short of wonderful. From our initial meeting with Craig to working closely with Morgan & Emily, every stage of the design process has been refreshingly easy despite the fact that our kitchen restructure was complex. With thoughtful consideration to our 124-year-old home, Sun Design presented plans that maintained the character of our farmhouse & resolved issues with functionality & form— all while respecting our desired budget & overall objective.

Sarah & Erkan Orman

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