Older homes often have a fireplace centered on a living room wall. What to do with the small spaces on each side? These are often not wide enough for furniture. We have some homeowners who chose to have cabinets built to each side of the fireplace. They top off at less than standard countertop height,…

Home remodeling is exciting, but it’s also a process that takes time. Getting on our 2026 schedule early ensures that your project runs smoothly from concept to completion. Here are a few key reasons to start now.

Every home, even new ones, have something about them that just does not work for the homeowner; things that might have been overlooked during the purchase process, or not thought important at that time. But after living in the home, there are quirks that show up and can turn out to be quite irritating. Some…

The best kitchen will be the one that works for you; your family size, ages, and meal prep styles. After that, functional spacing, appropriate arrangement of cabinets and appliances, and a color scheme that you love. Lighting that allows you to see the countertop corners under the cabinets, pleasing colors that go well together make…

Creating a more open kitchen appeals to homeowners for both functional and aesthetic reasons. Removing a wall allows the room to appear larger, and makes entertaining more enjoyable, as the cook can converse with guests much easier. An open kitchen makes moving from one room to another easier with fewer walls blocking the way, so…

There are 4 main characteristics for a great bedroom: Well, there are a few more requirements due to building codes, such as a window you can use to get out in case of fire. When upgrading your bedroom, if you want that private bathroom, we can design and build that for you, whether it can…

Maybe not just yet, there is always time for that in the future. But if your home is feeling more like a pain than a refuge from the world, here are some remodel ideas that fall short of that massive addition you are planning. Update the kitchen by replacing the faucet; these things have internal…

Got a basement? Then you are lucky; you may have forgotten about that semi-used space, but it has been sitting there beneath you for years, just waiting to be brought into the light. Basements can be turned into an entertainment space with kitchen, living room and bathroom. It works for overnight guests as well. For…

It’s probably no surprise to homeowners everywhere, that the trend for several years now is to open the home up by reducing the amount of interior walls. The idea is to create one large living space consisting of the dining area, kitchen and living room. Outdoor areas are even being connected to the kitchen to…

If you have been in your home for a number of years, no doubt there are things about the home that are dissatisfactory and you would love to change them. Where to start? It’s a good idea to be practical and focus on things your family needs first. If there are several things that are…

Not all home improvements require an addition or other major work. Sometimes we just need a little more light, or to have a room painted, or . . . there are many relatively small projects around the house that the homeowner may not have the time or skills to do themselves, but that make a…

The signs that it is time to replace the flooring are: Don’t put up with old worn-out flooring, it can cause allergies, unpleasant smells, and a style that clashes with your preferences can just be a downer to come home to. Upgrade to something that is healthier, and makes you smile when coming home. We…

Remodeling your house can be exciting and stressful, and it might seem like there are many prospective upgrades to do all at once. It’s common to put off tasks until they are necessary, but some indications shouldn’t be disregarded, and postponing a crucial update could end up costing more in the long run. Here are…

Keeping older or physically challenged adults safe and independent in their own homes has become a top priority in recent years. Since the kitchen and the bathroom are the two places where a great number of accidents occur, it’s no surprise that the majority of attention is directed at these two spaces. Universal Design is…

The availability of new or previously owned homes is not keeping up with the number of people wishing to buy a home. If your sell your home for what seems like a huge profit, finding another home will not be easy. So updating the existing home is the best idea, as long as you can…

This depends on how many clothes and shoes you have, doesn’t it? There are some of us who prefer keeping our supply of clothing minimal, but for the majority, we need clothes for specific activities, and that means more closet space. Clothing for work, for recreation, for formal occasions, the space and organized storage needs…

What would make your home feel more cozy this winter? No, this post is not about insulation and triple pane windows, although it wouldn’t hurt to upgrade, but this is about the interior of your home. Things that make people feel more “at home” are things like; A functional layout Cabinets built to suit the…

Not all remodeling jobs are glamorous, but all of them are important! Here are some that may not be on your list, but should be included when you plan that next remodel: Provide a pull-out in the kitchen for recycle and garbage bins. This will keep them out of sight, yet right where you need…

We all crave the creature comforts of a cozy, well-designed home. What changes would  make your home into your favorite place to be? For many, it is opening up the home by perhaps removing a  wall, or having more windows installed to bring in the outdoors. This gives a more open feel to the home…

The ideal house satisfies all your needs, functions like dream and simplifies your life. The perfect house is made up of common sense features that give satisfaction no matter where you live, or how big or small your house is. The single level house is resurging in popularity due to being easier to care for,…

The homestead looking a bit ragged after living and working at home for 6 months? Maybe that laminate countertop is looking a little worse for wear or a previous owner had an, uh, eclectic taste in decor. New surfaces can majorly revamp the look and feel of your kitchen (and bath), especially if you opt…

Well, it will be 2021 before you can snap your fingers, but it’s never too late to update your home. A popular remodel is removing old flooring and having wood, bamboo or a wood look-alike installed. Flooring takes a beating, and after many years, it can have an outdated color or pattern, plus damage from…

Some significant design trends are becoming evident as a result of coronavirus-related lifestyle changes according to various reports. Among changes in the kitchen are requests for larger, more multiple function islands for meal prep, dining and working from home. Open floor plans make staying home more hours of the day more pleasant, with additional views…

The amount and quality of light in your home will make a huge difference in the way it feels. This is an often neglected element of interior design, but it also happens to be one of the most important things to consider when setting up your space. In fact, lighting plays an important role in…

Studies are showing (and it just makes common sense) that since most of us have had to spend a lot more time at home, we are thinking about how to make the home work better for us. This means setting up an exercise room, improving the general layout of the home, taking over a space…