The Gable Design Blog
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My First Podcast Conversation: Talking About Design, Zoning, and the Planning Process
Jessie Ellis joins the Systems Are Sexy podcast to discuss architecture, zoning, and the early planning decisions that influence residential and commercial building projects.

What Small Business Owners Need to Know About Zoning (Before Signing a Lease)
Opening or expanding a brick-and-mortar business is a major milestone. You find a space that fits your brand. You imagine the signage. You begin planning

What No One Tells You Before You Build a Home
Most home building mistakes don’t happen during construction—they happen before it ever starts. Here’s what homeowners are rarely told, and how early planning can save stress, time, and money.

7 Books That Shape How I Think About Design, Decision-Making, and Building a Life You Actually Enjoy
The best projects don’t start with finishes or floor plans—they start with how you think. These seven books offer perspective, clarity, and insight that help homeowners make better decisions before they build or renovate.

Maximizing Property Value Through Innovative Architectural Design
Learn how Gable Design helps developers increase property value with thoughtful architectural solutions. Attract buyers, raise ROI, and stand out.

5 Common Home Design Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Planning a home project? These common design mistakes can cost you time, money, and frustration. Learn how to avoid them and start with clarity and confidence.

Rebuilding and Redesigning in the 1940s
In 1939, World War II began, and because all resources were going towards the war efforts, interior design was a no-nonsense, practical, and functional endeavor.

The 1950s and the Dawn of Mid-Century Modern
Mid-century modern design emerged in the 1950s with a focus on simplicity and function. Learn how its principles still shape the way we design today.

Creating your Own Bedroom Haven
Your bedroom should be your haven. When you come home from a long, difficult day that tries to take every last bit of your energy

Art Deco Brought its Glam to the 1920’s
Art Deco brought its Glam to the 1920s The 1920s were known as the Roaring 20s, when Art Deco traveled from France to the US.

Asking an Expert: Cabinet Refinishing
Ask an Expert Talking with a Local Cabinet Refinishing Professional We sat down with a local painting contractor that has been an expert in his

Home Trends throughout the Decades
Home Trends throughout the Decades A look inside some of the best interior design trends – and the not so good! With every decade comes