Neal's Home Remodeling and Design Blog

For those who love to cook, a functional and well-organized kitchen is a must. If you’re an avid home chef or simply enjoy hosting memorable dinner parties, a kitchen tailored to your culinary needs will elevate your cooking experience. A chef’s style kitchen is a functional, thoughtfully designed space that will allow you to prepare and serve meals with ease and efficiency. If you’re planning a remodel and dream of creating the perfect cook’s kitchen, here are the features to consider.

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The colors in your kitchen can influence everything from how spacious it feels to the energy it exudes. Whether you’re drawn to natural materials, bold hues or a mix of the two, the colors you choose will impact not just the look of the kitchen, but also how it feels. When deciding what colors feel at home in your kitchen, you’ll need to keep in mind several factors, outlined below.

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Older homes can be found throughout the Greater Cincinnati region, and if yours is one, there are many reasons you may want to remodel while keeping the character of your home intact. Remodeling allows you to blend updated design aesthetics with the unique features that give your home its distinctive pedigree. The challenge lies in deciding how to integrate your design style and preferences without overshadowing the home’s original appeal. Navigating this balance with intention can ensure that the final design is both functional and true to the home’s spirit. Read on for the things to keep in mind as you plan an older home renovation.

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Unfinished modern home basements often have irregular shapes and layouts. However, these unique configurations can lend themselves well to some creative space planning. By evaluating the specific shapes between outer walls, interior supports, and any immovable HVAC and plumbing fixtures, professional designers can carve out a variety of zones and rooms for an equal variety of purposes. By leveraging the potential of a quirky basement floorplan, you can gain maximum benefits with the number of amenities that can be added in.

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