--- title: Neal's Design Remodel Blog | Eric Hertzfeld (2) description: A home remodeling and design blog by Neal's Design & Remodel in Cincinnati. (2) --- [![NealsLogo_white_transparent_130pxH](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/NealsLogo_white_transparent_130pxH.png)](http://neals.com) # Neal's Home Remodeling and Design Blog ## Eric Hertzfeld ### Recent Posts ## [Our Most Popular Kitchen and Bath Design Blog Posts in 2015](https://info.neals.com/our-most-popular-kitchen-and-bath-design-blog-posts-in-2015) Posted by [Eric Hertzfeld](https://info.neals.com/author/eric-hertzfeld) on Tue, Dec 29, 2015 [![](https://info.neals.com/hs-fs/hub/188145/file-2229251905-jpg/42082_20b.jpg) ](https://info.neals.com/our-most-popular-kitchen-and-bath-design-blog-posts-in-2015) "Best of" lists are an end-of-year tradition. We look back at the year that has been to help us see a possible direction for the year yet to be. For our part in this New Year's tradition, we'd like to take a moment to look at the 5 blog posts we've shared here that you found the most helpful or relevant in your journeys to remodel your homes. [Read More](https://info.neals.com/our-most-popular-kitchen-and-bath-design-blog-posts-in-2015) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.neals.com/our-most-popular-kitchen-and-bath-design-blog-posts-in-2015#comments-listing) Topics: [Design Trends and Ideas](https://info.neals.com/topic/design-trends-and-ideas), [Bathrooms](https://info.neals.com/topic/bathrooms), [Kitchens](https://info.neals.com/topic/kitchens), [Lighting](https://info.neals.com/topic/lighting), [Room Colors](https://info.neals.com/topic/room-colors), [Countertops](https://info.neals.com/topic/countertops) ## [Get Your Home Ready for Summer With a Mini-Inspection](https://info.neals.com/summer-home-maintenance-checklist) Posted by [Eric Hertzfeld](https://info.neals.com/author/eric-hertzfeld) on Tue, Jun 16, 2015 [![](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/Blog_Photos/SummerReadiness/Porch.jpg) ](https://info.neals.com/summer-home-maintenance-checklist) Summer officially begins on June 21 this year- this coming Sunday. This week is your last opportunity to get your home ready for enjoying and surviving the hottest months. We've got you covered, though. Keep reading for our Summer Home Maintenance Checklist. [Read More](https://info.neals.com/summer-home-maintenance-checklist) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.neals.com/summer-home-maintenance-checklist#comments-listing) ## [Transform Your Backyard Into a Party Space](https://info.neals.com/outside-party-spaces) Posted by [Eric Hertzfeld](https://info.neals.com/author/eric-hertzfeld) on Tue, May 19, 2015 [![](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/Blog_Photos/OutdoorParty/40069_04.jpg) ](https://info.neals.com/outside-party-spaces) Grill-out, barbeque, picnic, or party - whatever you call it, inviting family and friends over for an afternoon or evening in the back yard is a staple of warm-weather life in Cincinnati. In many cases, these types of gatherings are casual and laid-back affairs, but that doesn't mean they aren't worthy of entertainment spaces designed to accommodate them. We've combed through our gallery of past projects, and have come up with several ideas for converting your backyard into the party space of your dreams. [Read More](https://info.neals.com/outside-party-spaces) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.neals.com/outside-party-spaces#comments-listing) Topics: [Outdoor Living](https://info.neals.com/topic/outdoor-living), [Design Trends and Ideas](https://info.neals.com/topic/design-trends-and-ideas) ## [4 Outdoor Living Details to Consider](https://info.neals.com/4-outdoor-living-details-to-consider) Posted by [Eric Hertzfeld](https://info.neals.com/author/eric-hertzfeld) on Tue, Mar 10, 2015 [![](https://info.neals.com/hs-fs/hub/188145/file-2544243543-jpg/Blog_Photos/DSC_5488.jpg) ](https://info.neals.com/4-outdoor-living-details-to-consider) Turning your yard into an [outdoor living space](http://neals.com/home-remodeling/outdoor-living/) can bring both large and small changes. The large changes are what get the most attention and usually set the tone for the new exterior space. Pavilions, decks, patios and porches are all major additions to any home. Beyond these larger items, however, are a hundred details that make them work and make them yours. Based on the outdoor projects we have under our belt, here's four details we think you should consider. 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