--- title: Neal's Design Remodel Blog | Neal's Design Remodel (10) description: A home remodeling and design blog by Neal's Design & Remodel in Cincinnati. (10) --- [![NealsLogo_white_transparent_130pxH](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/NealsLogo_white_transparent_130pxH.png)](http://neals.com) # Neal's Home Remodeling and Design Blog ## Neal's Design Remodel ### Recent Posts ## [6 Outdoor Living Considerations Specific to the Cincinnati Area](https://info.neals.com/6-outdoor-living-considerations-specific-to-the-cincinnati-area) Posted by [Neal's Design Remodel](https://info.neals.com/author/neals-design-remodel) on Tue, May 28, 2024 [![](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/50022_21.jpg) ](https://info.neals.com/6-outdoor-living-considerations-specific-to-the-cincinnati-area) Ah, Cincinnati. A beautiful place with a rolling landscape of hills and vales, where all the seasons collide, often on the same day. When considering your project options for outdoor living and exterior design in the Queen City, several unique factors come into play. Some are due to our specific climate and topography, while others deal with the cultural aspects of living in Southwest Ohio. Keep reading for a breakdown of 6 Cincinnati-specific items you may wish to consider for your next outdoor remodeling project. 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As design trends have evolved, homeowners have several options when it comes to selecting the perfect countertop material for their high-quality kitchen remodel. In this blog post, we'll look into some of the latest kitchen countertop trends we’ve been using for our client’s projects. [Read More](https://info.neals.com/exploring-new-trends-in-kitchen-countertops) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.neals.com/exploring-new-trends-in-kitchen-countertops#comments-listing) Topics: [Design Trends and Ideas](https://info.neals.com/topic/design-trends-and-ideas), [Countertops](https://info.neals.com/topic/countertops) ## [The Keys to Transitional Design Style Kitchens](https://info.neals.com/the-keys-to-transitional-design-style-kitchens) Posted by [Neal's Design Remodel](https://info.neals.com/author/neals-design-remodel) on Tue, Apr 23, 2024 [![](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/51073_04.jpg) ](https://info.neals.com/the-keys-to-transitional-design-style-kitchens) In the ever-evolving world of interior design, one style often stands out for its timeless appeal and effortless sophistication: transitional design. Renowned for seamlessly blending classic elements with contemporary flair, transitional style has become the leading favorite among those seeking to create a kitchen with both a feeling of traditional familiarity and modern appeal. Though transitional style is broad enough to offer a huge range of unique customization from one kitchen to the next, there are still several key features that sets the style apart from truly traditional or contemporary spaces and makes it an ideal choice to consider for your kitchen. [Read More](https://info.neals.com/the-keys-to-transitional-design-style-kitchens) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.neals.com/the-keys-to-transitional-design-style-kitchens#comments-listing) Topics: [Design Trends and Ideas](https://info.neals.com/topic/design-trends-and-ideas), [Kitchens](https://info.neals.com/topic/kitchens) ## [Project Spotlight: A Versatile & Open Lower Level](https://info.neals.com/versatile-open-lower-level) Posted by [Neal's Design Remodel](https://info.neals.com/author/neals-design-remodel) on Tue, Mar 19, 2024 [![](https://info.neals.com/hubfs/49094_13.jpg) ](https://info.neals.com/versatile-open-lower-level) The shell of this walk-out basement was created when the homeowners recently built their home in Liberty Township, but a renovation of the space was needed to complete their vision. The lower level project centered around adding the types of living and entertainment areas that were limited on the upper floors. Working within the existing structural footprint offered unique opportunities for space planning and creating dedicated areas for the whole family. This project, designed by Christina Temple and completed by the team at Neal's Design Remodel, uses a custom transitional design style that creates a fundamental balance between the neutral color palette used throughout the main areas of the house and the homeowners’ personalities and tastes. 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