--- title: Neal's Design Remodel Blog | Cyndi Kohler description: A home remodeling and design blog by Neal's Design & Remodel in Cincinnati. --- [![NealsLogo_white_transparent_130pxH](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/NealsLogo_white_transparent_130pxH.png)](http://neals.com) # Neal's Home Remodeling and Design Blog ## Cyndi Kohler ### Recent Posts ## [3 Ideas for Improving Your Home for Hosting](https://info.neals.com/3-ideas-for-improving-your-home-for-hosting) Posted by [Cyndi Kohler](https://info.neals.com/author/cyndi-kohler) on Tue, Dec 14, 2021 [![](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/46126_doorways.jpg) ](https://info.neals.com/3-ideas-for-improving-your-home-for-hosting) If you're the hosting family for the holidays, and your main floor feels a bit cramped to be comfortable, it may be time to consider architectural adjustments. Luckily, changing your home to be more accommodating for a crowd may not have to require a change of address. Here are three ways you might be able to improve your home architecturally that will make a big impact on how comfortably you host your family and friends.  [Read More](https://info.neals.com/3-ideas-for-improving-your-home-for-hosting) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.neals.com/3-ideas-for-improving-your-home-for-hosting#comments-listing) Topics: [Designer Insights](https://info.neals.com/topic/designer-insights), [Hosting](https://info.neals.com/topic/hosting) ## [3 Luxurious Closet Remodels](https://info.neals.com/3-luxurious-closet-remodels) Posted by [Cyndi Kohler](https://info.neals.com/author/cyndi-kohler) on Tue, Nov 30, 2021 [![](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/Luxury%20Closets/45038_37.jpg) ](https://info.neals.com/3-luxurious-closet-remodels) A show-stopping, walk-in closet is perhaps the ultimate form of at-home luxury. With planning and a clear idea of how much space will be needed, a comfortable and well-appointed walk-in closet can be created in your home in a variety of locations. Here are three luxury closet ideas to get you inspired. [Read More](https://info.neals.com/3-luxurious-closet-remodels) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.neals.com/3-luxurious-closet-remodels#comments-listing) Topics: [Storage](https://info.neals.com/topic/storage), [Cabinetry](https://info.neals.com/topic/cabinetry), [Project Inspiration](https://info.neals.com/topic/project-inspiration) ## [7 Ways to Make Your Kitchen Party-Ready](https://info.neals.com/party-ready-kitchen) Posted by [Cyndi Kohler](https://info.neals.com/author/cyndi-kohler) on Tue, Sep 28, 2021 [![](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/49048_02.jpg) ](https://info.neals.com/party-ready-kitchen) As we near the Fall and Winter seasons, you may be looking at your kitchen and wondering how it can work better when you're hosting parties with family and friends. Entertaining comes with its own set of challenges and needs, and if you have guests over often, it may be worthwhile to adjust the form and [function of your kitchen](https://info.neals.com/homeowners-guide-to-kitchen-remodeling) to account for a crowd rather than simply for your immediate family. The seven ideas below are some great things to consider to help make your kitchen party-ready. [Read More](https://info.neals.com/party-ready-kitchen) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.neals.com/party-ready-kitchen#comments-listing) Topics: [Design Trends and Ideas](https://info.neals.com/topic/design-trends-and-ideas), [Kitchens](https://info.neals.com/topic/kitchens) ## [Four Kitchen Layout Ideas that Work](https://info.neals.com/basic-kitchen-floor-plans) Posted by [Cyndi Kohler](https://info.neals.com/author/cyndi-kohler) on Tue, Aug 31, 2021 [![](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/48063_01b.jpg) ](https://info.neals.com/basic-kitchen-floor-plans) Most [kitchen floor plans](https://info.neals.com/homeowners-guide-to-kitchen-remodeling) take into account the relationship of the sink, cooktop and refrigerator- the three components that make the kitchen a useful space. Designers sometimes refer to this as the "working triangle". In order to create a[ functional kitchen](http://neals.com/kitchen-remodeling/), it's important to understand which triangle configuration works best in the space. What we find is that most kitchens end up fitting into one of four basic floor plan designs. Every home is different, so the details and exact arrangement will always be a bit unique, but starting with the basics is a great way to see the potential for your kitchen remodel. Here, we take a look at each. 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