Neal's Home Remodeling and Design Blog

Wall Treatment Ideas for Home Bars

Posted by Neal's Design Remodel on Tue, Jul 1, 2025

If you have your sights set on a new home bar, consider the impact of the wall treatments for an elevated look that can take your new space to the next level. Whether you're planning to create a small wet bar or a large entertaining space with seating, paying some attention to the options for the bar's backdrop can take your new space from something basic to something special and unique. Here are several ideas from our library of past projects to get you inspired.

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Topics: Design Trends and Ideas, Lower Level, Home Bar

Lower Level Design Ideas for Active Families

Posted by Neal's Design Remodel on Tue, Mar 25, 2025

Transforming your lower level into a dynamic, multi-purpose space can enhance your family’s lifestyle, providing both a place for activities and a welcoming spot for entertaining. Whether you envision a basement designed for recreation, a gathering place for guests, or a retreat for unwinding, thoughtful design choices can help you make the most of this versatile area. Here are some ideas to turn your basement into an inviting and functional space for active families.

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Topics: Design Trends and Ideas, Lower Level

Transforming Your Basement’s Potential

Posted by Neal's Design Remodel on Tue, Jun 25, 2024

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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Topics: Design Trends and Ideas, Lower Level

Lower Level Design Considerations for the Whole Family

Posted by Neal's Design Remodel on Tue, Jan 17, 2023

Remodeling a lower level allows you to add extra or specialty spaces that can appeal to the whole family without needing to change what exists on other floors. For this reason, lower level renovations often focus on areas designed expressly for entertaining, playing, working out, or simply hanging out, making these common basement prerequisites for today's households. We got the lowdown on how to get the most out of lower lever remodel from Neal’s Designer Christina Temple. Read on to hear how she approaches the design of these all-purpose spaces.

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Topics: Lower Level, Designer Insights

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