There are lots challenges to face when renovating an existing small bathroom or adding an additional bathroom when space is limited. Toilets and sinks must be configured to code, enough clearance for showers and baths must be allowed for, and then there are the little things like where to put the towels and toilet paper. Here are some tips for making a small bathroom better. Float the Vanity A wall-mounted or “floating” vanity will make a bathroom appear larger as well as free up a little space underneath for baskets of towels and other small items. (Check our Vanity Brackets to safely...

Located just inside the back or side door lies one of the most overlooked parts of the house. This secondary entryway is likely the most used, serving as a drop zone for just about everything from clothing to groceries to athletic gear. The mudroom is not a new concept; it has traditionally been a space at the back door meant to keep outside elements from damaging the surfaces of your home. But today’s mudrooms have become multifunctional flex spaces that get a lot of use. Mudrooms are a great way to control the chaos of daily life! Focus on Function...

Kitchen cabinets are the backbone of any kitchen and are one of the most important decisions you can make when remodeling your kitchen. When selecting your kitchen cabinetry, you’ll need to consider quality, durability, and functionality, as well aesthetics. Replacing your cabinets is not something you want to do very often, so it’s important to get it right the first time. While choosing new kitchen cabinets can be a difficult decision to make, here are some tips to help you get started. Choose the Door Profile First things first. Because cabinet doors are the most visible design elements in the...

According to the results of a recent AIA (American Institute of Architects) Home Design Trends Survey, outdoor kitchens are still hot, topping the list of kitchen trends for the second year in a row with nearly 50 percent of the respondents reporting client popularity. (The AIA Home Design Trends Survey is conducted quarterly with a panel of more than 500 architecture firms that concentrate their practice in the residential sector.) The popularity of outdoor cooking spaces is related to the growing trend of outdoor living in general; the outdoor kitchen now serves as the hub of the outdoor living space just...