These Are a Few of Our Favorite Things
Heading into a new year it’s always nice to take a moment to reflect on projects we worked on the past twelve months. For this blog, we asked our Project Designer, Kelsey, to share with us her five favorite things she incorporated into her original designs throughout this year. Lighted Mirrors Lighted mirrors are… Read More
Project Profile: From Two to One – Glam Bath Shines With Space
When two smaller baths, a hall and master, were combined, a stylish, spacious and all around fabulous new master was born! The new space has room for a lavish shower, double vanity, as well as ample linen storage. Follow the journey we took with these homeowners to convert their two bathrooms into one. BEFORE –… Read More
Considering Cabinets
Walk into any kitchen and what’s the first thing you notice? (Assuming you’re not watching an episode of Hoarders …) The cabinets. Fabulous or frightening, often, the most visible and expensive element in any kitchen is the cabinetry. Whether light or dark, painted or stained, your cabinets let people know whether your kitchen is dying… Read More
Maximizing a Small Kitchen
“I want a bigger kitchen …” “I NEED a bigger kitchen!” Many of us want or need a bigger kitchen, which can be achieved by adding on to the home or borrowing space from another area. But if neither of those options is feasible, due to space or budget, is moving the only option? Are… Read More
Talking Technology In the Bath
No, we don’t have flying cars like the Jetsons or the shrink ray from Honey, I Shrunk the Kids, but bathroom technology is decidedly futuristic and can create the height of comfort and luxury right in your home. Programmed Lighting – Programmed lighting encompasses everything from motion sensor lights – great for kids who “forget”… Read More
Kitchen Style Report: What’s Trending In Kitchen Design
Cleaner, more contemporary designs are dominating homes in 2015, according to the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s annual trend report. The report shares what’s trending nationally in kitchen and bath design. Since our customers are a little more centrally located – hello, greater Des Moines! – we decided to compare national trends with what we’re… Read More
Common Sense Tips for Maximizing Your Basement Finish/Remodel
Basements were once a dark, cobwebby, cold place to store unused items and do laundry. They’ve starred in horror movies as the place where scary things lurk. But basements have come a long way. Sure, some are still nothing more than a carpet remnant and cast off furniture, but most are a highly useful part… Read More
Best Dressed Cabinets
You’ve probably jumped in your car, running a bit late, driven off and realized that you forgot your watch and your wedding ring (or whatever it is you wear Every. Single. Day.) And just like that, you’re totally out of sorts. We accessorize ourselves with jewelry, belts, handbags, etc, all those items that give us… Read More
Contractor Conversation #2: How Long Will My Remodel Take?
The excessive time some remodeling projects last give the industry a bad rap. Stories of projects that drag on are told in an effort to gain bragging rights. Neighbors try to one up each other. “My kitchen was supposed to take a month and it took three!” someone will brag. Someone else will chime in… Read More
A Good Remodel Begins With Good Design
Trust me on this: working with an experienced interior designer to plan your remodeling project is well worth the investment. It will save you time, money and frustration. Why? Because you don’t know what you don’t know, despite the years you’ve devoted to home improvement television (we love it too!). Interior designers have planning tools… Read More
