Remodeling Your Kitchen in Stages: Planning and Design
October 23, 2016 By Leave a Comment
When breaking up a remodel into phases, being overprepared is key
If you’ve got several cookie jars stuffed full of $100 bills, then executing a full-scale kitchen remodel all at once makes sense. But what about those homeowners whose cookie jars are filled with, well, mostly cookies?
You can still get that beautiful kitchen of your dreams, you just need patience and a well-thought-out game plan that breaks up
your remodel into several stages spread out over time. That way you can save up (fill that cookie jar!) and spend only what you can when you can. Maybe this month it’s painting the cabinets. Maybe later in the year you buy new appliances.
There are plenty of benefits of a phased project, but there are also several pitfalls you want to avoid. This five-part series will help you navigate those stages to a successful remodeled kitchen.
6 Questions to Answer Before You Install Tile Flooring
October 16, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Considering these things before tackling your floors can get you a better result
Gearing up for tile floors? Don’t hammer away just yet. It’s important to plan for every little detail, including what you’re going to do with your baseboards and whether the tile you selected is suitable for children and pets. Make sure you answer these six questions before you get started on your tile installation.
8 Ways to Make Your Remodel Last
October 13, 2016 By Leave a Comment
A designer shares her tips for renovations that will stand the test of time
With so many styles, products and materials available today, it can be hard to decide which ones will suit you best in the long run. My clients often have a difficult time committing to a design scheme. Since renovation projects involve an investment of time and money, people are afraid of getting it wrong. Although their tastes may change, I’ve found that when my clients follow these eight tips, they’re more likely to enjoy their renovation over a longer period of time.
6 LIGHTING IDEAS TO BOOST YOUR MOOD
October 5, 2016 By Leave a Comment
The way you light the different rooms in your house has been proven to affect your mood and others around you. Find out more lighting tips by OKA.
Time to Give That Nook Another Look?
September 30, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Make that alcove more inviting with
fresh art, new pillows or a good tidying up
Nooks are one of those features that often become a favorite place in the house. But they can leave us puzzling over exactly what to do with them. If you have a nice nook to work with, lucky you! But
if yours isn’t that inviting, it’s time for a revamp. One or two of these
designer ideas could be just the thing to inspire a reinvention.
Should My Window Trim Match — or Contrast With — the Sash?
September 20, 2016 By Leave a Comment
The short answer: It depends
One of the most common questions I get during exterior color consultations is whether the window trim should be painted the same color as the sash. It’s a good question. And the answer is frustratingly complicated. But before we dive into it, let’s start with a quick primer on a couple of key terms used to describe the exterior of a window.
8 Practical Space Savers for Small Bedrooms
September 17, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Hardworking furnishings, accessories and built-ins will keep your
sanctuary tidy and calm
Keeping a bedroom organized and uncluttered maintains a serene feeling. Every inch counts in a tiny bedroom, so a space-saving strategy is a must. If you’re dealing with a small room, consider some of these clever space savers. They may inspire you to shuffle around a few pieces of furniture or complete a weekend DIY project. If you know you’ll be in your compact bedroom for the long haul, you may even invest in hiring a carpenter.
You Can Turn That Into a Bathroom Vanity?
September 14, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Find fresh inspiration from 13 unconventional bathroom vanities that are as functional as the real deal
A bathroom vanity needn’t be straight out of the shop or supplied by a manufacturer or cabinetmaker. Indeed, thinking outside the square can turn up a one-of-a-kind vanity with character and function to boot. Sideboards, desks and cabinets — whether new or used — can all be repurposed to provide storage and surface space. Here are 13 pieces of furniture that have been cleaned up and repurposed as stylish bathroom vanities.