Many people are drawn to older homes because the style and craftsmanship can’t easily be replicated today. Renovation is often an adventure for both the homeowners and their contractor. If a house has been standing for over a hundred years, some of its history may be hidden by attempts to update the home by generations of owners.
Topics: Project Spotlight, Home Remodeling, Kitchens, Storage
If you’re planning to remodel a bathroom or build a bathroom addition to your home pay special attention to illumination. Bathroom lights and mirrors can create dynamic effects. When selecting lights for a bathroom consider light sources, functional lighting and aesthetics. Mirrors play into the design because they are an important element in a bathroom, reflect light and can add architectural detail.
With advances in media technology, time spent at home with family and friends often centers on watching a movie or sports event and “cocooning”, especially on a cold winter night. Basements can provide extra informal living space for TV viewing and relaxation, and have risen to a new level in today’s homes: The Basement Home Theater.
Topics: Design Trends and Ideas, Lower Level
If you’re planning to renovate or remodel a kitchen or bathroom, you may be considering updating existing cabinets or purchasing new cabinets. Knobs, pulls and hinges can give your cabinets and drawers a distinctive look. There are many designs, styles, shapes, sizes and materials to choose from that are both functional and decorative. Where do you begin?
Topics: Design Trends and Ideas, Bathrooms, Kitchens
