Everyone who is going to build or renovate a house has ideas about the main aspects of design. Colors, rugs, and paint are always at the forefront of mind, but everything else seems to take a backseat! Many people feel overwhelmed when they realize how many other small decisions need to be made during the […]
Available in countertop and undercounter versions, RTA cabinets help save money. You can spend double the amount on custom cabinets. Get to know the brands, how they are built, the quality of the wood and the finish, before you buy imported things. Beware of these factors in imported RTA cabinets. • Look for pleasing colors […]
When someone says manufactured stone or cultured stone, what comes to mind? Many people imagine the old vinyl replicas that were used on house fronts some 25 years ago. You could tell from a mile down the road that the stone was fake and of poor quality. Things have changed with technology since then and […]
For as long as I can remember, I have used Benjamin Moore colors for myself and my clients’ projects. They have a superior range of products at a great price! Until a few years ago, I wasn’t very familiar with their new line of low-VOC eco-friendly paints (VOCs stand for volatile organic compounds), so you […]
Like most colonial houses, our house has a family room and a living room. And like most homeowners, we spend a lot more time in our family room than we do in our living room. In fact, my 7-year-old still gets confused when I use the term “living room.” It is now known simply as […]
When people normally think of kitchen backsplash options, they will usually think of stone or ceramic tile materials. While this is a popular option that can add color and texture to a kitchen, there are other options that work as well and offer a distinctive look. If you’re on a tight budget and looking for […]
Working together and productively in an office space are two important features to help get work done. Many new office spaces are designed to encourage employees to collaborate throughout the day, rather than keeping people apart within individual office spaces. The definition of the term “collaboration” focuses on the action of several people working together […]
Have you heard of the nightmarish stories people share about their designer kitchen remodeling experiences? There are many things that can go wrong with such a project as it is complex and requires professional assistance. However, at the start of any such renovation, you need to know that it’s worth it. The kitchen is undoubtedly […]
Bamboo kitchen cabinets have become one of the best options for homeowners all over the world. There are a number of reasons why bamboo kitchen cabinets are such a popular choice in homes around the world, the main reason being that they are eco-friendly solid wood options for homeowners trying to reduce their carbon footprint […]
One of the first rooms people tackle when deciding to remodel their home is the bathroom. It’s a smaller, more tangible area to cover than, say, a kitchen or living room. A bathroom has the smallest square footage and should generally be a cheaper investment. Here are some bathroom remodel ideas if you’re in the […]