The Advantages of an Open Floor Plan
Everywhere you turn, houses are beginning to embrace the trend of the open floor plan. From your favorite celebrity designers to the neighbor three doors down, open floor plans are being utilized to help bring character to homes, no matter how new or old. Whether written into the blueprints of a remodel or as a […]
FAQ: What Are the Best always to Prep My Home for a Midwestern Winter?
Jingle bells are ringing, department stores are bustling, and more than just Santa is on his way – that’s right, the chilly Midwestern winter weather is just about to hit the Kansas City Metro. Winter is a glorious time of year, but can also be a bitter one if you and your home are not […]
Pros and Cons of Gas and Wood Burning Fireplaces
As temperatures fall in the Kansas City area and daylight hours grow short, many homeowners are lighting up their fireplaces for added warmth and comfort. And those who aren’t, are busy making plans to install a fireplace of their very own to help get them through the freezing months ahead. When choosing which fireplace to […]
FAQ: Do I Need a Bathtub in My House?
The most traditional way to bathe for centuries, bathtubs have often been thought of as a staple of American homes. However, with the convenience and efficiency of showers growing in popularity, many homeowners are considering getting rid of their tubs altogether. After all, does your home really need a bathtub? While ditching your tub can […]
FAQ: How Can I Warm Up My Home this Fall?
Fall is in full swing in the Kansas City metro, and that means chilly nights aren’t far behind. While fall is a beautiful season full of color, bonfires, and haunted houses that make you scream like a child, this season is also notorious for teeth-chattering wind chills that can leave you shivering even inside of […]
3 Tips for Making the Most of Your Remodel
The time has finally come. No, we’re not talking about football season – we’re talking about the time to take the plunge and start your remodeling project. Big, small, indoor, or outdoor, starting a remodeling project can be a daunting task, but that doesn’t mean it has to be difficult. In fact, here are three […]
FAQ: When Should I Replace My Windows
While you stare out of them every day watching the sunrise or trying to figure out what in the world your neighbors are doing, your home’s windows are an often overlooked aspect of your house. In fact, many homeowners in the Kansas City area are living behind windows that desperately need to be replaced. But […]
Benefits of Hiring a Remodeling Contractor
Like many homeowners in the Kansas City area, you may think that Remodeling your home is the perfect DIY project to tackle this fall. Replacing your house’s siding or retiling the master bathroom can’t be that hard, can it? Stop right there. Diving into major home projects without the help of remodeling experts can have […]
FAQ: Kitchen Backsplash Options For Remodeling
Let’s face it – between breakfast, lunch, dinner, and all of those midnight snacks you don’t admit to – you spend a lot of time in your kitchen. Whether preparing, reheating or sneaking food, your kitchen space is vital to the overall flow and aesthetic of your home. However, between courses of mac and cheese, […]
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Three Kitchen Storage Trends In Remodeling
Between dishes, cooking appliances, and of course food, kitchen storage space can be a tricky task to master. While having enough space to properly store your gadgets and grub is vital to the flow of your kitchen, it is also important to consider the style of storage you want, and how that storage will tie […]
FAQ: What Kind of Faucet Should I Install?
When it comes to renovating your kitchen or bath, the faucet you choose helps set the tone for the space, as well as your home’s overall aesthetic. However, while you may know that you want blue tile, open shelving, and motion detected lights, how do you know which faucet is right for your design? Thanks […]
FAQ: How Do I Make the Most Out of a Small Bathroom?
One of the most popular, yet most likely one of the smallest, spaces in your home is the bathroom. Your bathroom serves multiple purposes, and because of this and its natural tendency to have less square footage, the area can quickly become cramped for storage. Toiletries often end up stacked along messy countertops, and towels […]
Tile Style Trends to Be Aware Of
When it comes to home design and the remodeling process, one major factor that can make or break an aesthetic is tile. The tile that you choose for your home, whether for your bathroom, kitchen, or even other living areas, sets the tone for your entire house. So what tile should you pick for your […]
Charming Cottage Kitchen
An older ranch home was often created with the desire to make a kitchen functional, and hidden away. In today’s world, we do so much more than just cook in the kitchen. The kitchen has become a showplace for beautiful features like granite and wood. This Praire Village home was ready for a kitchen/living space […]
