Hardwood floors are the epitome of effortless style. Not only do they add character to the look of your home, but they are also thermally efficient and durable. They look great on their own, but with some personalized touches, a basic hardwood floor installation can be elevated to a custom design element that adds value…
Whether you’re an empty nester or a young family looking to live smaller, downsizing can be an excellent option for getting more of what you want in your home — and divesting the things you no longer need or desire. You can shed square footage with a smaller-sized home yet still get what you want…
We know it as a universal truth as home remodelers: Everyone needs more storage space in their kitchens. In fact, it’s a request we hear most often from homeowners when planning a kitchen remodel. Extra storage is a must-have feature. Today, there’s a kitchen appliance, utensil, or gadget for every cooking and baking application. With…
Mosaic Tile Designs for Kitchens & Bathrooms Mosaic tiles are a great way to make a bold statement throughout your home. Each mosaic tile installation is unique, creating a one-of-a-kind accent in your home that nobody else can buy. Mosaic tile is commonly a smaller-scale tile—5/8” x 5/8” up to 3” x 3”—available in a…
The start of a new year triggers the itch for a home refresh for many of us. So, if you’re ready to take on a home remodeling project and are in the market for new home flooring in 2022, you’re in luck. There are lots of new stylish, high-performance options to choose from. Thanks to ever-advancing manufacturing technologies, today’s flooring products continue to improve: Better durability, more realistic faux finishes, unique textures, new soothing colors—the list goes on. What Flooring Trends Are Hot in Cleveland? While there are…
The epitome of comfort flooring, carpet is making a comeback in today’s home remodeling. Carpet is equal parts soft, warm and comfortable. And it has a way of transforming a living area into an inviting space. Carpet Is Cool Again Perhaps due to the crazy year we’ve had, I’m finding more and more homeowners are…
If you’re like me, your pet is part of the family. So why not give your pet their own comfortable living space in your home? I’ve helped customers incorporate simple, inexpensive design ideas as part of their remodeling efforts to create pet-friendly spaces and functional updates. These updates not only pamper pets — they make…
Successful home design is the sum of its parts. Think about putting together a great outfit: You start with basics and then layer on accessories to make it pop. To do home lighting right, that same layering approach is a must. The first step to getting lighting right: Identify your lighting design style. Whether…
There’s a good reason why tile is taking over your Pinterest feed: From kitchens and bathrooms to family rooms, tile is a versatile, durable product choice with so many design options. It’s a great way to reflect your unique style personality in your home remodel. Tile Trends in 2021 Here are some of the latest…
Now more than ever, the kitchen is the heart of the home. While entertaining has been a long-time focus of kitchen remodels — it’s still where our families and friends love to gather — the past 18 months of cooking and working from home has reinforced that a functional kitchen is a priority, too. Keep…