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24 Aug

6 Smart Home Features to Add To Your Bathroom

July 11, 2024
By Rebecca Wolken
smart technology

No matter how many cautionary tales we hear warning us of the potential threats of modern technology, there's no avoiding smart devices being introduced into our homes. By embracing the many advantages of this...

03 Aug

Design/Build

Design Styles You Will Love and How a Designer Can Help You Materialize Them

July 8, 2024
By Rebecca Wolken
design styles

When embarking on a home remodel, there are many design styles to choose from. Most homeowners try to coordinate their design to reflect the home's natural style, while others want a more drastic change....

20 Jul

Design/Build, Remodeling

How to Prepare & Pack Your Kitchen for a Remodel

Preparing for a major home remodel can assuredly be a bit overwhelming.. Whether it's your bathroom, kitchen, bedroom, or an addition, your entire family will be impacted by this significant change. There are ways,...

06 Jul

Design/Build, Remodeling

Choosing the Right Bathroom Floor Tile Grout

July 2, 2024
By Rebecca Wolken
bathroom, tile

I’d be willing to bet you never thought you’d be reading a blog post about tile grout! Understandably, grout is a small detail that most people overlook or don’t think about at all. It...

29 Jun

Remodeling

Balancing Function and Beauty in the Laundry Room

June 25, 2024
By Rebecca Wolken
laundry room

Laundry, unfortunately, is never-ending, but that doesn't mean the laundry room has to be a depressing space in your home. Today, we'll discuss creating a functional and beautiful laundry room. You might even want...

08 Jun

Green Thinking

5 Remodeling Tips That Could Save Money On Your Energy Bill

June 21, 2024
By Rebecca Wolken

If you are planning on remodeling your home in the near future, you should also consider how you can optimize the remodel for your energy usage. Energy-saving techniques and upgrades can not only reduce...

25 May

Design/Build

5 Ways to Improve and Optimize Your Outdoor Space

May 14, 2024
By Rebecca Wolken
outdoor

That wonderful fresh smell is in the air! Spring is here, and Summer is just around the corner. Now is the time we typically look at our outdoor living areas and plan how we...

11 May

Design/Build

How to Figure Out Your Design Style: A 3 Step Process

May 6, 2024
By Rebecca Wolken
design style

Do you sometimes feel at a loss when someone asks what design style you prefer? Finding and explaining your personal style can sometimes be a bit tricky. If you are like most people, you...

27 Apr

Design/Build

The 4 Pros and Cons of Open Floor Plans

Open floor plans are a highly desired design concept that has been popular for years. There are many reasons that an open floor plan might work for your home, but let's consider the pros...

13 Apr

Remodeling

Do I Have Enough Room, or Do I Need to Expand?

April 19, 2024
By Rebecca Wolken
home addition

Do you sometimes feel a little claustrophobic in your own home? Is your family's need for space growing? If so, you're likely asking, "Can I rework/reorganize my home to make it more functional for...