--- title: Neal's Design Remodel Blog | Frank Kuhlmeier (3) description: A home remodeling and design blog by Neal's Design & Remodel in Cincinnati. (3) --- [![NealsLogo_white_transparent_130pxH](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/NealsLogo_white_transparent_130pxH.png)](http://neals.com) # Neal's Home Remodeling and Design Blog ## Frank Kuhlmeier ### Recent Posts ## [3 Things to Consider in Outdoor Living Design](https://info.neals.com/3-things-to-consider-in-outdoor-living-design) Posted by [Frank Kuhlmeier](https://info.neals.com/author/frank-kuhlmeier) on Tue, Apr 21, 2020 [![](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/TulipLunch/45142_06.jpg) ](https://info.neals.com/3-things-to-consider-in-outdoor-living-design) With the days getting warmer and our desire to spend more time outside growing stronger, it would be no surprise if an [outdoor living](https://neals.com/home-remodeling/outdoor-living/) remodel is on your mind. For many homeowners, a backyard transformation is often based on a full wish list of features that encompass wanting a fun and relaxing space for the family and an inviting setting for entertaining. We spoke with Kevin Werbrich of [Werbrich's Landscaping](https://cincinnatilandscaping.com/) about outdoor living projects, and here are three often overlooked things he says you may want to consider. [Read More](https://info.neals.com/3-things-to-consider-in-outdoor-living-design) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.neals.com/3-things-to-consider-in-outdoor-living-design#comments-listing) Topics: [Outdoor Living](https://info.neals.com/topic/outdoor-living) ## [5 Ideas to Inspire Your Fireplace Remodel](https://info.neals.com/5-ideas-to-inspire-your-fireplace-remodel) Posted by [Frank Kuhlmeier](https://info.neals.com/author/frank-kuhlmeier) on Tue, Nov 26, 2019 [![](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/Blog_Photos/Fireplaces2019/46021_44.jpg) ](https://info.neals.com/5-ideas-to-inspire-your-fireplace-remodel) A fireplace in the home is a feature that adds comfort and a ready-made focal point. There are many different styles and types of fireplaces, so there's one for every home, budget and need. When you're considering remodeling a fireplace or adding a new fireplace, the wide range of options can make it hard to know exactly what might be right for your space. Below, we've found 5 distinct fireplaces from our projects to highlight 5 very different styles to help you envision what might be possible and right for the fireplace in your home. [Read More](https://info.neals.com/5-ideas-to-inspire-your-fireplace-remodel) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.neals.com/5-ideas-to-inspire-your-fireplace-remodel#comments-listing) Topics: [Fireplaces](https://info.neals.com/topic/fireplaces) ## [Project Spotlight: Scandinavian-Influenced Kitchen in Indian Hill](https://info.neals.com/project-spotlight-scandinavian-influenced-kitchen-in-indian-hill) Posted by [Frank Kuhlmeier](https://info.neals.com/author/frank-kuhlmeier) on Tue, Nov 5, 2019 [![](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/Blog_Photos/ScandinavianKitchen/47076_03b.jpg) ](https://info.neals.com/project-spotlight-scandinavian-influenced-kitchen-in-indian-hill) With a balanced mix of relaxed Scandinavian style and details typical of traditional design, this remodeled kitchen in Indian Hill is a casual and welcoming space with a lot of interesting elements. With the large kitchen space to work within, the new design took advantage of plenty of opportunities to explore its unique style direction.  [Read More](https://info.neals.com/project-spotlight-scandinavian-influenced-kitchen-in-indian-hill) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.neals.com/project-spotlight-scandinavian-influenced-kitchen-in-indian-hill#comments-listing) Topics: [Project Spotlight](https://info.neals.com/topic/project-spotlight), [Kitchens](https://info.neals.com/topic/kitchens) ## [Project Spotlight: Whole Home Remodel in Deer Park](https://info.neals.com/project-spotlight-whole-home-remodel-in-deer-park) Posted by [Frank Kuhlmeier](https://info.neals.com/author/frank-kuhlmeier) on Tue, Jun 4, 2019 [![](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/Blog_Photos/DeerParkWholeHouse/46198_027.jpg) ](https://info.neals.com/project-spotlight-whole-home-remodel-in-deer-park) As our ideas change about what we want in a home, and how much space we need in our daily lives, it can feel sometimes like the existing floor plan of our house is out of sync and in the way. This is when a whole house remodel [like this one in Deer Park](http://neals.com/customer-projects/46198-2/) can be utilized, correcting an ill-fitting home design by keeping what works and adjusting what doesn't. This project in particular centered around one major change- reversing the direction of the staircase to the lower level. Using that as a springboard for additional changes, the home is now a more spacious and intentional space. 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