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7 Myths About Home Improvement

The perfect home renovations are the stuff a homeowner’s dream house is made of. Upgrading your home can improve its value, make it more comfortable, and save you money in the long run. However, despite their many benefits, there are still many misconceptions about home improvement that can lead to costly mistakes. But before embarking on such a major investment, let’s debunk some of the most common home improvement myths and seek the truth behind them. Myth #1: More Expensive Means Better Quality Many people believe that when it comes to home improvement, you get what you pay for. This is simply not true. While it’s true that high-end materials and appliances are generally better quality, you can still find affordable products that are durable and long-lasting. You should do your research and compare prices, materials and brands before making a purchase. Myth #2: You Need To Replace Everything at Once Another common myth is that you need to replace everything at once when making home improvements. This is not only unnecessary but also wasteful. It’s much better to prioritize the most important upgrades and make them first, then work your way down the list. This way, you can save...

Everything You Wanted to Know About Luxury Home Remodeling

Beauty, personality and functionality are ideally just some of the reasons to purchase a luxury home. So when it comes to enhancing those characteristics, a remodel becomes an exciting endeavor to upgrade your living space, whether it’s adding a new room, renovating a bathroom, revamping a kitchen or a full reinvention of the entire house. A remodel can be a complex process, however. Here’s a step-by-step on everything you need to know about luxury home remodeling, from start to finish. Planning Crucial to the success of any home remodeling project (especially a luxury home remodel), you need a blueprint of which direction to go in. Start by outlining your goals and objectives for the project. Do you want to create more living space? Upgrade your appliances? Modernize your home’s design? Add a new wing, or reinvent existing rooms into something else? Once you’ve defined your goals, determine the scope of the project and the projected timeline. Keep in mind that a proper renovation will need to include materials, labor and permits (particularly if it involves expanding past your property line). You’ll need to work closely with a contractor to ensure all your goals are feasibly met. Selecting a Contractor Look...

Spruce Up Your House With These 3 Renovation Ideas

Spring is coming, and what better time than now to spruce up your abode? Taking the opportunity to renovate and reinvent comes with a host of benefits, like giving your home a fresh, new look with aesthetic appeal, and even increasing the value of your property. However, not every house renovation is created equal, and some can be more impactful than others. For inspiration, here are three renovation ideas that are functional and reflect your personal style and taste. Update Your Kitchen The kitchen is often referred to as the heart of the home, and for good reason, where people gather to cook, eat, socialize and make lasting memories. Kitchen updates can make a big difference in the overall look and feel of your home. Consider replacing your old appliances with new stainless steel models, and add a fresh coat of paint to the cabinets to give them a new look. You can also update the cabinetry and countertops with granite or quartz, and add new tile or hardwood flooring. For the kitchen, the amount of renovation ideas is endless. Add a Bathroom Refreshing a master or guest bathroom is a go-to option if you must pick one room in...

Popular Bathroom Designs for 2023 Remodeling

Because it serves so many functional purposes, the bathroom often tends to get overlooked when it comes to design in favor of other rooms in the house. But given that it’s an extension of them, shouldn’t it reflect the same unique, personalized decor you’ve inhabited those spaces with? Now that 2023 is here in full swing, make it a redesign resolution (We just coined that term!) to give the bathroom some love as a place where form meets aesthetics and utility meets beauty. Looking for the best bathroom remodel ideas? Here are some ideas we expect to continue trending this year. Terrific Terrazzo Terrazzo is making a comeback in a big way for popular bathroom designs thanks to the stone’s speckled, flecked appearance. Like fingerprints, no two are alike, lending a light, playful sensibility when it’s used as flooring or tiling for bathroom counters, shower walls or accented surfaces. Available in most colors (and a great complement to any marble/granite surfaces present in the bathroom), terrazzo is statement-making without overwhelming the space in its retro-yet-modern character. Unique Tubs (and Toilets, Too) No longer just mainstays that serve their purpose and no more, bathtubs and toilets are becoming as...

The Best Designs for a Kitchen Renovation in 2023

When it comes to renovating what’s (in)arguably the most important room in the house, there are kitchen remodel ideas, and then there are kitchen remodel ideas. It’s a bona fide make-it-or-break-it situation, since choosing the former could run the risk of sinking money into the wrong renovation effort (and maybe diminish the value of one’s abode). But choose the latter, and the most tastefully done kitchen renovation ideas can be statements combining artistics and aesthetics, a wise Investment — with a capital I — into your home for years to come. Should you switch out your seating? Restyle your wood? Yes, and yes. Which other directions should you take your kitchen to give it some modern-style upgrades that are beautiful, family friendly and make all the difference in giving it that “wow” factor? Thankfully, you don’t need to swap out everything including the kitchen sink (though you could do that, too), to give your space some new life. Read on for some renovation inspiration. The Best Kitchen Remodel Ideas for 2023 Prioritize your needs when thinking about a kitchen remodel, since some upgrades may be superfluous to your space. Does a certain upgrade serve a functional purpose? Does it make...

Creative Ways To Add Seating to Your Kitchen

The kitchen is the heart of your home. It is where your family gathers to start their day. It’s where you prepare your meals and memories together. When you host family and friends — despite your best efforts — it seems to be where everybody wants to hang out. Depending on how your kitchen is laid out, there may not be any seating in your kitchen. Depending on your budget, you might consider a kitchen remodel or you may need to consider some creative ways to add seating to your kitchen. Regardless of if you’re in a position to take on residential construction or if you need some clever low cost ideas on how to add a few seats, read on for some ways to increase your kitchen seating. It’s Beautiful on the Island If you have the space, a center island can accomplish a lot with just a few square feet. If you don’t have a space to utilize for a table and chairs, an island can give you a space to enjoy your morning coffee while another member of your family fixes themselves breakfast. If your kitchen is on the smaller side, you can still use a center...

When Is Open Shelving the Right Design Choice?

Open shelving is seen by some as a passing trend. A way of storing your things to match your new open concept but not an ongoing viable way to keep your house in order. Some may see it that way, but we do not. We believe that open shelving can be an excellent way to both showcase and store, making it an excellent design choice for your home. Here we will discuss when we feel it is best to utilize open shelving and how it can help your home makeover. Open Shelving Adds a Breezy Feel to Your Interior The visual impact of open shelving to your space can be easily understated until you see it for yourself. What sounds like a simple change becomes one of the more important visual aspects of your home. When you make the design choice to switch to open shelving, you are truly taking advantage of your space. You are giving your walls the chance to breathe, which allows the color palette and lighting to stretch out across the space. This evokes the feeling you were hoping to get when you made those choices and now — with open shelving — you can be...

How to Convert Your Basement into the Perfect Home Office

The workplace has changed a great deal in the last few years. Companies are giving their employees more freedom to work from home or on a hybrid schedule than ever before. While the pandemic made it worthwhile for companies to afford their workers this ability, both sides are left figuring out how to make working from home as productive as being in the office. One way for employees to get their best work done is to create a dedicated space where they can focus. It can be difficult to give up some of the space in your home for the purpose of work. This area needs to be functional while still remaining a part of your home. What better space to choose than the basement? Here are some tips for converting your basement into the perfect home office. Unfinished: A Blank Canvas In residential remodeling, an unfinished basement is going to give you the most flexibility when designing and constructing your home office. You will be in full control of square footage and be able to run electrical in a way that works best for you. What could be more exciting than designing the office of your dreams? You are...

Elegant Decorating Ideas for Fall

As the days get shorter and the temperature drops, there’s no better way to spend your day than indoors in a cozy, warm space designed to capture your unique taste and vision. Embracing the spirit of fall adds an extra element of festiveness to your home during the autumn season, while creating a welcoming environment for all who visit. Though trends vary from year to year, these classic, sophisticated tips for fall can ensure your dream home makeover will be stylish for years to come. 1. Paint Your Front Door With the weather at the perfect temperature and the leaves starting to change colors, fall is one of the most opportune times to get creative with projects around the house, and there’s no better place to start than by painting your front door. A freshly-painted front door will enhance curb appeal for your home, and the color you choose can even elevate your mood throughout the winter. Consider painting your door a vibrant color, such as red, orange or yellow, depending on your style. While these colors blend perfectly with the fall season, they will also serve as a year-round mood elevator. In keeping with the fall spirit, you can...

The Aesthetic Benefits of French Doors

Interior and exterior French doors have become a popular staple in home design over the years and they are easily recognizable by their rectangular window frames that extend down the door’s length. French doors made their first appearance in architecture in the 17th century and as France’s Baroque period flourished, so did the exploration of new artistic and architectural styles. Back then, French doors were really just full-length windows that led onto balconies. They were later modified into operable doors, which allowed access to the balconies while letting in plenty of natural light. Their versatility and beauty makes them an ideal choice for patios and more. Thinking of adding an interior or exterior french door to your home? Read on as we discuss a few reasons why you should make them a part of your dream home makeover. French Doors Provide Functionality French doors were originally created to make small balconies accessible, but today, they aren’t only used for exterior purposes. Interior french doors can be used to connect rooms in your home and enhance the visual flair of your space. They can make rooms feel and look more spacious when opened up and create a cozy, comfortable space when...

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