Having a master suite is, for many homeowners, the epitome of comfort and luxury in the home. The concept of private space that doesn't have to be shared with the rest of the family or guests is one that has great appeal for a number of reasons. Many homes, however, were not designed with a master suite. Creating one is not a small project, but a master suite can be a valuable change to your home and your daily life.
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Creating a Master Suite
Posted by Neal R. Hendy on Tue, Jun 18, 2019
Topics: Bathrooms
How to Design a Kitchen Island or Peninsula that Works
Posted by Cyndi Kohler on Tue, Jun 11, 2019
Kitchen islands and peninsulas are great for maximizing function and style in the home. These elements provide additional storage and working space, optional seating, and can also provide an ideal location for a variety of appliances. The possibilities for design, function, shape, and position are nearly endless, making it easy to find an island or peninsula that perfectly suits your needs. Here, we take a deeper look at the major considerations you'll want to keep in mind when looking to include an island or peninsula in your home.
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Project Spotlight: Whole Home Remodel in Deer Park
Posted by Frank Kuhlmeier on Tue, Jun 4, 2019
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 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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Ideas for Open Shelving in the Kitchen
Posted by Laura Webster on Tue, Apr 30, 2019
For some homeowners, a kitchen full of nothing but closed cabinets feels a bit off. Enter open shelving. While not new in kitchen design, the use of open shelving (sometimes also called open storage) has gotten more trending exposure for its prevalence in many pin-worthy kitchens, and for newer concepts on where and how to install it. In the past several years, we’ve tackled our own share of open storage solutions, so here are some of our best tips for including open shelving in your kitchen.
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