The saying goes that home is where the heart is. But what makes a home feel comfortable, warm and cozy? Add these homey touches without breaking the bank. Just a few upgrades and additions…and your home will feel like the place you truly love to be. Bring natural elements indoors. Incorporate a water element, decorate […]
Living in your home during a remodel can be difficult, especially if you are typically at the home during the day when the remodel team will be at work. A remodel is loud and messy. You’ll likely lose access to your room, which can be very inconvenient in the case of kitchens and bathrooms. Why […]
When you begin working with a design and remodeling company, you may hear the term “sub-contractor” thrown around. What is a sub-contractor, and what does it mean when a remodeling company uses a sub-contractor to work on your project? Some homeowners may get the wrong idea when they hear about sub-contractors working on their remodel. […]
Most kitchen remodels include new cabinetry. Brand new cabinets can dramatically improve the look of your kitchen, but they can also sap your budget. New cabinets don’t have to break the bank as long as you are willing to be a little flexible in your choice. Here are three ways to save on new cabinets: […]
Even a moderate remodel will cost you a pretty penny, so it makes sense that you want to make sure at least some of that money comes back to you in the form of increased resale value of your home. Every standard remodel (we’re not talking about installing a half pipe in your living room) […]
If you’re selling your home, target those renovations returning the biggest bang for the buck. Which ones? First off, cost conscious buyers aren’t impressed with a granite countertop if the roof is leaking. House repairs and home maintenance should be high on your list. Replacement siding, for example, adds curb appeal and helps you recoup […]
Do the rooms in your home feel small or cramped? One easy way to solve this issue is to remove walls to help open up a home. Another surprising option is the raise the ceiling. Many homeowners don’t realize this, but it may be possible depending on your home’s configuration to raise up the ceiling […]
It’s common for clients to come to us seeking strictly to remodel a single room in their home. Kitchen remodels and master bath remodels are very popular. However, most homeowners have other, smaller renovations that they wish they could do. Why not get these things done while you already have a remodel team in your […]
When you start planning out a kitchen, bath, or room remodel, one of the first and most important decisions you will need to make is whether the remodel can be done within the current layout of the room or whether you want to change the dimensions or formulation of the room. A “remodel in place” […]
Let’s be honest, here in Texas, even in the winter, there usually isn’t much need to actually use a fireplace the way it was intended (especially when you can just turn on the heater for a spell). If you have a dreary, empty fireplace and aren’t sure what to do with it, check out this […]
So many electronics now live in our homes. Cellphones, tablets, computers, routers, modems, laptops, DVD players, game consoles—not to mention musical devices. Here are helpful ideas to keep everything organized. You can conceal the modem and router. About those cords that are running every which way: Set up one charging station. By storing and better […]
When your kitchen, bath, or full home remodel gets underway, there are a lot of moving parts. You may find yourself signing a lot of documents, sending lots of emails, and receiving more paperwork than you know what to do with. A lot of this paperwork is important for your records (especially if something goes […]
