Neal's Home Remodeling and Design Blog

In modern home design, the concept of open living spaces has evolved into more than just a trend. The open floor plan, connecting the main living areas of the first floor, has become a lifestyle choice with major impacts on family togetherness. For many homeowners with families, this approach to home remodeling offers an opportunity to create a harmonious environment where families can enjoy being around each other whenever they want. Read on to hear how Neal’s Designer Cyndi Kohler approaches creating great open layouts for family connection.

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If you have plans to host family and friends at your home through the holiday season and you also have remodeling on your mind, you've got a great opportunity in front of you. Evaluating your home during the holiday period can offer valuable insight and direction to your remodeling needs. 

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When it comes to home design, ceilings are often left to fade into the background. Rarely considered for their impact on a space, the ceiling is typically painted white and ignored, but in recent years, designers and homeowners have started to recognize the potential of the "fifth wall" above. Read on to see how ceilings can be used to make an impactful design statement.

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Contemporary design lends itself well to bathroom design. With the angular nature of bathroom features like vanities and showers and the need for moisture-resistant materials, it's easy to create modern-feeling spaces in large or small bathrooms. When considering what specific design choices make a bathroom feel more contemporary than other styles, there are some key concepts that we can use. We took a look at several bathroom projects from our library of remodels and spotted five concepts to help you decide if a contemporary bathroom might be in line with your style.

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