As our lives become more stressful, one of the simplest and most effective strategies to manage it is to create areas of wellness in our home. Research on mental health shows that the “human mind and body are interconnected and can be affected by many things,...
Project Planning
Kitchen Island: Make a Design Statement
The kitchen island can make a powerful visual impression and is often the main focal point in a kitchen design. The addition of one and sometimes even two islands if the space allows, continues to be an important aspect of our kitchen designs. Some families tend to...
The Motivations Behind a Kitchen Remodel
After being in business for 21+ years, we’ve done many kitchen remodels. From simple “pull and replace” kitchen remodels to full blown kitchen re-designs with removal of walls and completely new layouts, we’ve done them all. Part of our process is to identify the...
Confronting Remodeling Stigmas
Recently I heard about an article written by Sam Dogen, a financial expert for CNBC that states, “Expect your home remodeling to cost 50% more and take 50% longer.” I also read that he had had a poor experience with his own home renovation, so may have been a bit...
Paint: The Right Finish Makes a Difference
Once you’ve chosen your paint colors for each area of your home, the finish of the paint is an important decision that is often overlooked and left to the kid standing at the counter at Lowes. There are benefits to each finish but determining which finish to use is...
Cabinet Hardware: The Jewelry of the Room
Throughout the design process of a renovation, you are making decisions on important elements: plumbing and lighting fixtures, countertops, flooring, backsplash, and cabinetry. Choosing your cabinets was a difficult design challenge as it was; style of doors and...
What is Molding and Why Consider It?
According to the Encyclopedia Britannica (for those of you not old enough to remember a shelf of these in your classroom, google it) “Molding (which can also be spelled moulding) in architecture and the decorative arts, is a defining, transitional or terminal element...
Corinthian Design/Build Process – Your Unique Project, Our Proven Processes
Each homeowner comes to us with a unique vision for their home. Our experienced professional team will listen carefully to translate your ideas and dreams into a beautiful and functional living space. We will guide you through essential decisions about the style of...
To Do It Yourself (DIY) or Not to Do It Yourself (NDIY)
In recent years, we have seen a surge in DIY projects. Maybe you were one of those people who watched enough YouTube videos to undertake one of your own DIY projects like building a deck or painting a spare bedroom. Good for you! But are there some DIY projects that...
Home Remodeling and the COVID-19 Affect
Unless you have been living under a rock, our lives have significantly changed due to Covid-19. The remodeling industry has also drastically changed as well, and I would like to highlight some of the changes we are experiencing in remodeling during the Covid-19 global...