BLOG #1 of 3 IN A SERIES This blog series walks through a recent project managed by Dover Home Remodelers; it details the challenges, solutions, and the customer selections and design style that shaped this luxe, designer-inspired bathroom remodel. Some remodeling projects are enjoyable because they pose unique design challenges, while others are fun…
The unseasonably warm weather brought the crowds out in droves to the 36th annual NARI Home Improvement Show this past weekend—and it’s safe to say that HGTV’s Matt Muenster was a big part of the attraction, too. While he was on stage, every chair was full. Dover sponsored Matt’s guest appearance at the show so…
It’s hard to believe that 2016 is winding to a close. Thanks to our wonderful team here at Dover, as well as our valued vendors, trades and customers, we’ve enjoyed another successful year, marking our 32nd in business, while establishing a few new milestones. Here are some highlights: Hellos and Good-byes. Our team grew in…
The American basement has come a long way. It used to be that basements were damp, musty spaces relegated to seasonal storage. But times have changed. Today’s basements hold a wealth of potential that, when tapped, provides livable square footage for everything from home theaters and fitness centers to sports bars. Our team at Dover…
Flip through the pages of fashion magazines or even home décor publications: It’s clear that mixing patterns is all the rage these days. But that rule does not apply to home additions. When adding on new space to your home, it is best to create a space that flows seamlessly with the home’s existing architecture…
Whether you’re adding a new backsplash or installing new flooring throughout your home, choosing tile can be an overwhelming task: Natural stone or porcelain? Diagonal or herringbone installation? Colored grout or no grout line? As a designer at Dover Home Remodelers, my advice to customers is to think it through: Don’t simply choose a tile…
Just like fashion, home design trends come and go. That’s one of the most exciting things about the home remodeling industry: It is constantly evolving. We see that with the introduction of new, improved countertop materials and style options. Things just keep getting better. With all of the available choices, selecting the right countertop can…
To achieve a more contemporary look in their new kitchen, the homeowners decided on a clean, white-on-white color scheme with natural stone surfaces and bamboo flooring. They did their homework and knew what they wanted, referencing Houzz for the majority of their fixtures and finishes. And while Houzz is a good tool for homeowners to…
Guest Blog Series by designer Chika Aizu I’m turning over my blog space for the next few weeks to designer Chika Aizu who is excited to provide a glimpse inside one of Dover’s latest home remodeling projects. MEET CHIKA: She is one of our talented and accomplished designers who joined Dover in early 2014. Born…
Meet GUEST BLOGGER Shelley Bujdos. An award-winning designer, Shelley has spent the past 15 years helping Dover customers create inspired and personal living spaces in their homes. Talented and inventive, Shelley manages the entire design process from redesign and layout, to selecting the right finishes, products and design elements that add personality and wow factor. …
