Neal's Home Remodeling and Design Blog

Even when we have a lot of inspiration images on hand for our remodeling ideas, it can be difficult to picture the new space as it will exist in our home. If we can't fully visualize what's being planned, it can be a source of concern and anxiety. So designers utilize various tools to be able to communicate their vision for your remodel in more than just words. We asked Neal's Designer Jodi Smith to walk us through the various ways she guides clients through "seeing" their project so that they can feel confident about the direction their project is headed.

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A lot of considerations go into the design of a functional and beautiful kitchen. To begin with, every home comes with its own quirks, and every homeowner brings their own unique set of needs and goals. Designing a space that looks and functions the way it needs to for the client involves carefully navigating both creative intuition and tried-and-true processes. Neal’s Designer Christina Temple breaks down for us her method of creating stylish, highly-functional kitchens.

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Universal Design has become a standard in both home and product design. More manufacturers are giving serious thought to how their products are used in homes and who is using them. They want their products to accommodate a range of users from youngsters to the elderly. Safety is a primary consideration, and product designers are seeking better ways to prevent accidents. Universal Design is about designing spaces, products, and features that can be used by everyone and follows three guiding principles: Safety, Comfort, and Accessibility

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