Living in Our Northern Communities

Living in Our Northern Communities

The More Things Change, the More They Remain the Same. What was once true is true again: the North Hills are hot. Even as the global and regional economies are buffeted by a pandemic-induced recession, the housing market in the North Hills is performing as it did in...
Spagnolo Custom Homes

Spagnolo Custom Homes

All in the Family – A Portrait of a Second Generation, Family-Owned Business If there were an entry for “family-owned custom home builder” in the dictionary, you could very well find a picture of the Spagnolo Family next to the definition. Founded by Carl J....
Alto Piano Development

Alto Piano Development

‘Alto Piano’ translates into ‘high plateau’.  The developer, William Graziani Sr. named the Cecil Township development after a town near his hometown in Italy. It is a fitting name considering the developments high elevation. The builder of Alto Piano is Bill Graziani...
Counter Intuitive

Counter Intuitive

Whether in a kitchen, bathroom, or bar, picking the perfect countertop is a balancing act between budget, aesthetics, and maintenance — so understanding the multitude of choices helps homeowners find the perfect fit. A countertop, when chosen wisely, puts the...
Creative Floor Plans: Home Designs to Fit the Times

Creative Floor Plans: Home Designs to Fit the Times

If the coronavirus pandemic has taught me anything, it’s that my mid-century ranch home falls woefully short when it comes to truly flexible space.  Don’t misunderstand.  I love my home, imbued with years of sweat equity and viewed with a deep satisfaction in all that...