The Best Pet-Friendly Flooring Options for Luxury Homes
Living with pets should not mean giving up a beautiful home. With the right flooring, you can enjoy a space that feels refined yet stands up to everyday life with pets. What we’ve learned: the ideal pet-friendly flooring must withstand scratches, spills and heavy use without sacrificing design. Ultimately, the right flooring materials enhance your […]
How Lighting Design Changes the Feel of a Primary Suite
Many primary suites look beautiful on paper. The finishes are right, the layout works and yet the space can still feel a bit flat or less inviting than expected. Often, lighting is the missing layer. It influences mood, comfort and how the room feels throughout the day, from quiet mornings to winding down at night. […]
How We Added Functional Space and Curb Appeal to a Northeast Ohio Home – A Before & After Project Walkthrough
A home renovation doesn’t have to be a full teardown to change how a house looks and lives. This project in a westside Cleveland neighborhood is living proof. Our team helped reimagine the home’s exterior and entry experience with a series of thoughtful upgrades that added space, function and curb appeal. From a new garage addition and an expanded front porch to a highly practical […]
Kids’ Play Zones in Finished Basements: Safe, Fun and Durable Design
Finished basements offer families something rare: extra space that can be fully customized to how you actually live. For households with young children, that often means creating a dedicated play zone that keeps toys contained, energy flowing and the rest of the home feeling calm and organized. The challenge is designing a space that balances […]
Maximizing Small Living Spaces: Smart Storage and Custom Organization for Your NE Ohio Home
Smaller living spaces are common throughout NE Ohio, especially in older homes with compartmentalized floor plans and limited storage. Whether you live in a historic Lakewood colonial, a classic Fairview bungalow or something in between, it can be challenging to maximize every square foot of living space in your home. The good news is that […]
Primary Bathroom Remodels: Should You Keep the Tub or Opt for a Larger Shower?
If you’re planning a primary bathroom remodel in Northeast Ohio, one of the biggest design decisions you’ll face is whether to keep your bathtub, remove it and expand the shower, or include both as separate features. Each option offers its own benefits. The best choice depends on your lifestyle, your home’s layout and how you […]
The Dover Home Remodeling Year in Review & Looking Ahead to 2026
As 2025 comes to a close, our charge this week is to take a fond look back before we dive into the new year. We thought it would be both fun and productive to review our “bests” from the past 12 months—combing through the analytics to see where we connected best with you online. What […]
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from Dover
From our family to yours, Dover wishes you a holiday season filled with hope, joy and heartfelt memories with your loved ones. Thank you for welcoming our family business into your homes and trusting us to help you make your house a magical place this holiday and all year long. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.Jim, […]
2025 Year-End Design Trends: What Dover Designers Are Seeing in Northeast Ohio Homes
Home design trends are always evolving, but some changes stand out because they reflect how people are actually living in their homes. We asked our Dover Home Remodelers design team to share the updates they most often see in client projects across Northeast Ohio. From primary bathrooms and kitchens to whole-house remodels, here are the […]
Welcome Home: Remodel Your Entryway, Foyer and Staircase for a Stunning First Impression
First impressions matter. Not just for people, but for homes, too. In home design, your entryway, foyer and staircase serve as the opening chapter of your home’s story. Whether you’re preparing to host family for the holidays, planning to list your home or simply want a more welcoming transition from the cold Northeast Ohio weather, […]