Ideas, Insights & Inspiration
Resources from Rippy Residential
A successful home project begins long before construction starts. It begins with ideas, thoughtful planning, good questions, and an understanding of what will make your home work better for the way you live.
The Rippy Residential Resources are here to help you explore the possibilities.
Drawing from our experience in residential remodeling, design, additions, outdoor living spaces, and new construction, we share practical information to help homeowners better understand the ideas, decisions, and processes that shape a successful project.
Double Veranda Stucco House / Before & After
When we pulled up to our client’s home, we weren’t exactly sure what to expect. All we knew was that the exterior had been described as "needing a little work." We were greeted by a beautiful veranda-style home full of charm and character, but the poor columns had...
Preparing the Kitchen – An Investment in Holiday Hospitality
As the holiday season approaches, most homemakers find themselves thinking about menus, family gatherings, baking days, and the special traditions that make this time of year memorable. Yet, before the first pie is baked or the first guest arrives, there is one...
Returning to Traditions
It's here! The season we've been eagerly anticipating has arrived. This is the time of year when we joyfully throw open the doors of our homes and hearts, welcoming family and friends as we gather to celebrate the birth of our precious Savior. For many of us, that...
Being a “Still Night” Laborer
It’s 4:15 AM and as I walked outside onto our deck, looking up to the star-filled sky, I couldn’t help but pray, “Beautiful! Father, it’s all so beautiful. A sky full of reminders of Your faithfulness, promises and reflections of Your majesty. Help me today to work...
Choose Linen!
“She makes linen garments and sells them, and supplies belts to the tradesmen.” Proverbs 31:24 John MacArthur says in his commentary: “With all her other responsibilities, faithfully discharged, she took time to make items of clothing for the purposes of trade.” I’m...
Got a Little Corner in Your House?
One of the things Rip and I love to do is help folks find little nooks and crannies in their home for better optimization of space and practical use of that space. In this photo you see a wall to the left of the door/window and in that space, look at what all is...