Neal's Home Remodeling and Design Blog

Having an understanding of what styles you like is an important factor in any remodeling project. The particular look and character of the materials and products you prefer come together to create a full design, and when all these pieces are in alignment with your preferences and with each other, the results will be successful. When designing a space like a bathroom, a style category or direction greatly helps narrow down your options and makes it easier to find all the fixtures and materials needed to create a cohesive bathroom.

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As our ideas about how the space in our home should be connected and used changes over time, it's important to make adjustments to ensure our comfort and happiness. When an architectural choice that felt appropriate at the time a home was built becomes a hindrance or eyesore, it's time to evaluate what's needed now. This was the case for this Indian Hill remodel, where the existing separation and style of the kitchen, breakfast room, and adjacent living room began to feel like they were getting in the way. 

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Functional kitchens require a fair amount of lighting. Light directed toward food prep, cooking, eating, and cleaning areas provide for a safer environment. Task lighting can be achieved in a variety of ways, but in some instances, a decorative light fixture can do the trick. Here are the 4 types of decorative fixtures you may want to consider adding to your kitchen's lighting scheme.

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The underlying benefit of completing a kitchen remodel is that you get to create a new space that's perfect for you and your needs. One way to accomplish that is through the use of custom cabinets that solve specific needs or make use of certain features of your space. A custom cabinet or interior accessory can often be added to a cabinet plan even if it otherwise uses semi-custom cabinetry. Speak with your designer about the custom options that work inside your budget and plan, and keep reading for eight ideas to get you inspired.

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