Month: May 2016

Two Lives, One Home – Is a Remodel the Right Compromise After Marriage?

In the 1960s, it wasn’t unusual for high school sweethearts to marry soon after graduation and to buy a house together as their first major step into adulthood. Fast forward five decades, and things have changed a lot. The average age of marriage in 2013 was 27 for women and 29 for men. Second marriages […]

Can You Bring in Your Own Sub-Contractor for Your Remodel?

In your circle of family and friends, you probably know at least one plumber or house painter or interior designer, or electrician. Sub-contractors represent a large cost when it comes to remodeling your home, so is it possible to save money by using your own sub-contractor who might be willing to give you a price […]

Three Unique Types of Lighting to Brighten Your Room’s Design

Your lighting choices don’t just illuminate, they can also support the design goals of your room and even be a focal point all on their own. There’s no reason that you have to stick with traditional lighting options. Be bold and add a unique glow to your room with these special lighting types: Don’t overlook […]

How to Choose Finishes with Your Spouse Without Driving Each Other Crazy

Nothing improves spousal bliss like going through a stressful remodel…just kidding! You both have decided to share the rest of your lives together, but that doesn’t mean you have the same taste when it comes to picking out cabinets, tiles, or deciding whether you want to splurge on a skylight. What do you do if […]

Trend: The New American Remodeled Home: No Average Renovation

The Trend to do remodel homes into a modern beautiful high ceiling home.  The following is from http://nahbnow.com/2016/05/the-new-american-remodeled-home-no-average-renovation/ to show how a basic home can turn into an amazing modern home. “Located just around the corner from what will soon be the latest edition of The New American Home® stood a large but dated home in need […]

Can You Tailor a Kitchen Remodel for a Homeowner’s Height?

We humans come in all shapes and sizes. For those of us who are on the outskirts of normal, life can be a little more complicated. A man who stands seven feet tall has ducked through plenty of door frames in his life and endured many uncomfortable airplane rides. A woman who doesn’t reach five […]

Can You Tailor a Kitchen Remodel for a Homeowner’s Height?

We humans come in all shapes and sizes. For those of us who are on the outskirts of normal, life can be a little more complicated. A man who stands seven feet tall has ducked through plenty of door frames in his life and endured many uncomfortable airplane rides. A woman who doesn’t reach five […]