The kitchen is undoubtedly the heart of the home. It’s where we cook meals, gather with family and friends and increasingly work from home. Given its essential role, it’s no surprise that many homeowners prioritize modernizing an outdated kitchen. Creating an updated kitchen that is both stylish and functional not only elevates the look and…
Imagine a classic colonial built in 1950, with great bones and original hardwood flooring, in a desirable Westside Cleveland community near Lake Erie. While there was a lot the homeowners loved about this beautiful home, its choppy, compartmentalized first-floor layout made the space feel small and cramped. They met with our team at Dover to…
Moving on from the ample great room and sunroom renovations we shared last week, it’s time to head to the kitchen. Not only is the kitchen where everyone ends up at a party, but it’s also the hub of this family’s home and the centerpiece of their whole-house remodel. Kitchen Goals For their new kitchen,…
Picking up where we left off in the last blog: This Cleveland-area kitchen remodel pays homage to the home’s historic charm while creating a new open-concept space with modern-day functionality. We created harmony in the disjointed kitchen-living space by removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room, adding an island and reworking the kitchen…
Kitchen remodeling trends come and go. As a designer, homeowners almost always ask me about trends when preparing to update their kitchens. My advice: If you’re in the market for a kitchen renovation, check out the trends on the up. But then take it one step further, asking yourself a few questions: Do these trends…
The kitchen is the heart of the home—the space where everyone gathers, where everyday life happens. It’s also a main selling point that adds value to your home. If you’re considering a kitchen update and want to make changes that will boost your home’s appeal, Better Homes & Gardens advises these five kitchen upgrades for…
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…
Whether you’re replacing your backsplash as part of a complete kitchen remodel or simply refreshing your above-the-counter space, a new backsplash is a great investment. This update can transform the entire look of your kitchen—and it’s functional, too. The backsplash protects the wall behind the sink and underneath cabinets against water damage from splashing and spills. Beyond its practicality, the kitchen backsplash is prime real estate for expressing…
