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10 Interior Remodeling Design Ideas for Small Spaces

Posted by Steve Hendy on Mon, Nov 9, 2020

In recent years, the tiny home concept has been taking off as an option for vacation houses or permanent living spaces for the adventurous minimalist, but in many neighborhoods throughout the greater Cincinnati region, small homes or condos are an everyday way of life. First time home buyers often find that small homes are a good initial investment. There are also certain design styles of small homes that have withstood the test of time such as craftsman bungalows, cottages, cabins, ranch, and prairie style homes that have unique appeal to buyers. Luckily there are many tricks and techniques that can be included in your home's interior design that greatly help a small space feel larger. There are several decoration ideas, such as hanging curtains higher or using the same color in several rooms, but here we'll focus on remodeling, interior design and architectural tips that you can include in your home improvement projects.

Note: This post was originally written in November, 2012. It has been re-written with new images to improve relevance.

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Topics: Design Trends and Ideas, Home Remodeling, Kitchens

5 Ways to Design Spaces for Entertaining

Posted by Steve Hendy on Mon, Dec 23, 2019

The ability to host groups is a trait that many Americans look for in a house. Having family and friends over for gatherings, large or small, plays an important role in the dynamic of many families, so it makes sense to ensure that remodeling projects in your home account for the need to accommodate the types of gatherings you like to hold. More than just knowing where to put your furniture, or making sure you have a stocked fridge, truly functional entertaining spaces that help to create traditions in the home start in the design and planning process.

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Topics: Design Trends and Ideas, Lower Level, Home Remodeling, Hiring a Contractor, Design-Build, Additions

Project Spotlight: Master Bath in Madeira

Posted by Steve Hendy on Tue, Dec 3, 2019

For this traditional master bathroom remodel in Madeira, attention to the details was a key element to creating a fresh look. Due to the shape of the space, each element of the bathroom feels like it's own zone. Uniting these areas with cohesive and interesting materials was crucial in the new design. 

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Topics: Project Spotlight, Bathrooms

Project Spotlight: Family Outdoor Living in Sycamore Township

Posted by Steve Hendy on Tue, Oct 1, 2019

This outdoor living project in Sycamore Township can be best summed up with the theme of "inclusion". A multi-purpose space with lots to offer, the project transformed a hum-drum backyard into an oasis of options for everyone. 

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Topics: Outdoor Living, Project Spotlight

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