Remodel

Eighty percent of homebuyers say the kitchen is the most important room in a house. This means that the state of your kitchen directly impacts both your ability to sell your house and the price you can get for it. But how much, exactly, will a kitchen remodeling project increase home value? While there’s no single answer, it is possible to get a good idea of what you can expect. We asked kitchen designers Chicago for the answers. Here are the numbers.  The Importance of Kitchens  More than half of all recent homebuyers report that kitchen style played a key role in their home-buying decisions. Over two-thirds of buyers specifically stated...

Open Kitchen Design with Neutral White Cabinets Whether you have a breathtaking view or you’re fashioning one with your high end home interior renovations, you definitely want to get the most out of it. Have a look at this amazing customer’s kitchen with a beautiful open and airy design that still maintains a heady understatement. Every inch of the kitchen provides a pleasant aesthetic, but it all comes together to form a frame for the beautiful countryside view. Follow our great kitchen remodel tips to accomplish a similar outcome for your kitchen, and getting the right furniture for your kitchen like...

You need to know these before choosing your countertop It’s a trend that’s been developing for years and is currently in full bloom. It seems like nearly every new kitchen is equipped with beautiful granite countertops. And despite all of the look-alike alternatives, Granite remains king. It is a natural stone and it’s available in a wide range of patterns and colors, each slab unique unto itself. What’s not to love? It doesn’t matter if you don’t care for the shininess typically affiliated with granite, you may also get it with a subdued matte finish. And that’s just scratching the surface...

Finer Details on Completing Your Project If you are just joining us in this article series, don’t miss our previous two entries (part one and part two) where we discussed tips for the initial planning stage and practical tips for your project. Detailed planning with an informed eye can greatly enhance your luxury bathroom renovation, and we want you to love how your project turns out. In this final installation we will cover 5 design tricks for getting the most out of small aspects of your remodeling. I also want to suggest that If you need repairs, you may call your...

Extra Tips to Make Your Bathroom Remodel Easier Welcome back, dear reader. In our previous entry on this topic, we discussed preliminary steps to help reduce headaches and improve your overall knowledge of bathroom layouts. The more detailed your plan is, the greater the likelihood of your bathroom remodeling project going smoothly. In this article we continue our design tricks with some practical tips about your bathroom appliances and materials. These tips will help you make some concrete decisions about what that careful budget planning is helping to afford. Our practical tips in this article cover: Countertop and Sink Height To Corner...

Tips to Make Your Bathroom Remodel a Breeze Are you asking yourself the important questions about your planned or upcoming bathroom remodel? Many homeowners who approach a bathroom project without fully understanding the scope of the undertaking can wind up swamped in unforeseen budget issues or other problems once the work is underway. What may seem like a simple enough remodel could land you in leaky waters.  When in doubt, you can trust the intricate knowledge of the Marblehead Interior Designer. Some questions you should be asking yourself first include: How much clearance should a toilet installation have from adjoining walls, cabinets, or...

Knowing the basics of today’s cabinetry options There is no doubt that the kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s often the center of attention. Home improvement expenditure reached 326.1 billion dollars in 2015, the focal point of which is usually the cabinetry. Today’s kitchens are designed to multi-task and take on all related challenges. With enough options of finishes and hardware to satisfy any taste and budget, there has never been an easier time to get the kitchen you imagine for the price that you can afford. Currently, the market favors stock and custom kitchen cabinets. There are a few...

The presumed ease and savings aren’t guaranteed You’ve heard that you will save thousands of dollars by being your own contractor in a building project. The unfortunate reality is those claims stretch the truth a bit. Buildingadvisor.com has revealed the reality of it all in great detail. They admit that there are success stories - and just as many nightmares. They explain why it is absolutely necessary to have a complete understanding of what is needed to succeed in such an endeavor and help you recognize the reality of the “savings” you’ll incur. It’s all to help you make the ultimate...

Chopping it all down The unique beauty of hardwood is partly in its individuality – no two pieces are alike. That’s why it’s such a popular choice for cabinets; its unique elegance is created by variations of grain and color. But if you prefer uniformity and consistency there are other options, and we’ll address those, too. But first, let’s explore the world of natural hardwoods… It’s becoming much more commonplace for homeowners to seek to offset the coldness of stainless steel and glass in their kitchen with the warmth of hardwood. It is crafted, joined and finished into the finest cabinets that...

What to consider when creating a color scheme What do you need to know when choosing colors for the kitchen? Maybe you could save some time and opt for the basic black and white design. But, would that look okay with wooden kitchen cabinets? It’s time to step back, and think about it… There are no rules to choosing a color scheme for the interior design of your kitchen. Nothing is set in stone. Some folks hire designers to help them through. There’s certainly no shame in that. Others trust their instinct, their ability to assemble their kitchen tastefully. Whichever route taken,...