This is a small part of your kitchen, yet it has a big impact. It’s location guarantees that as soon as you walk into the kitchen your eye will see it first. The splashback is

You may say, “Cooking, of course!” But the evidence shows that kitchens in today’s homes are becoming more the activity and socializing center of the home. People are requesting computer work stations in the kitchen

If you are tired of having hair dryers (and their electrical cords), and curling irons cluttering up the countertop, have a pull-out built with storage for the items and hidden electrical outlets. It will be

How did your deck fare this summer? If your deck is at the point where it should be replaced, or you are considering a brand-new deck, here are a few things to consider. Materials: Wood,

Sooner or later you may join the millions of people who remodel their homes each year. Perhaps it’s at that moment when you realize that you haven’t cared for the avocado green and harvest gold

Ah, tiled showers with frameless glass shower doors and no-curb entries: the perfect home spa. After all, the best bathrooms aren’t all about functionality, they’re also a sanctuary; a spa-like space where you can relax

If you have a great marble countertop on your new lav and a spectacular tiled shower, you still might be unhappy with your bath remodel if every time you try to turn off the faucet

If your old bathroom is getting to be a dismal experience, it’s probably time to remodel. A remodel can consist of anything from replacing some fixtures to a complete gutting and makeover. Here are some

Do you tire of the same-old, same-old? Have dreams of hobbit houses and fairy tale woods? Want to get away from the city and concrete? Check out bored panda  for some fantastical homes in fairy

Kitchen exhaust hoods can be very decorative, but don’t forget to have them sized right. It is recommended that they pull at least 100 cfm of air, but 150 to 300 cfm is better. Oversizing

Your dream kitchen is the kitchen you’ve always wanted; plenty of just the right kind of storage, a nice pantry, engineered stone countertops with undermount sink, pull out faucet, and maybe one of those neat

If your kitchen annoys you because of all the appliances and other items stored on the countertops, maybe it is time to remodel. Of course, getting rid of someof those items might be in the

Let’s face it; some homeowners like antiques and classics, and others prefer modern efficiency and style. Both inclinations are valid, it’s just a matter of finding out which is “you” and going with that! Here

If you have enough square footage, if the ceiling is high enough  . . .  forget the details, let’s just design the greatest bathroom ever! You can always incorporate some of these ideas into your

The ever-useful, and necessary bath vanity has come a long way in recent years. Popular colors, oval-shaped bowls and tiles that were popular in the 50’s are rarely seen anymore. One recent trend is floating

Homeowners over the age of 55 make a large percentage of those having remodel work done on their homes. Many older homeowners wish to remain in their home rather than move out as they age. This

Many basements have at least got drywall up and some lighting, but oftentimes that’s about it. So they end up being a dungeon for rarely-used stuff, only you do actually use that stuff and would

Anyone who has had to use a standard, box-store-cabinet kitchen arrangement knows they would do anything for a decent pot & pan drawer. So when you are remodeling, be sure to include two or three

If you don’t have a lot of room, don’t despair! Walk-in closets are like any other room in the house – they are not all the same size. They can be large and spacious or

Which you probably already knew; however, you can update parts of your bathroom during the interim-between-complete remodels. If you’re not financially or mentally up for a complete shut down of the master bath for possibly

Hmm . . . the basic answer is, you love it! But that probably isn’t the answer you were looking for. So here are the details: A design style that you will love as much

Larger showers are proving popular – and who wouldn’t love a roomy space to luxuriate in during your morning shower? Kitchen and Bath Design News states that more than 2/3 of homeowners remodeling their master

The one room everyone enters when they visit your home in the summer is the bathroom. If you are tired of the outdated tile and style in your bathroom it’s time for a change. One

If the summer is too hot for you to enjoy being outdoors and barbecuing as often as you would like, consider having a roof built over all or part of your deck. The shade will

If you’ve been thinking of re-doing your , but aren’t sure what you want, one way is to look at the latest design trends for inspiration. What looks, finishes and features are popular this year?