When renovating your bathroom there are a lot of decisions and choices to make, from the room layout to fixtures. And you may not think much about it, but your fixtures also includes your vanity mirror. Many of our homeowner’s request modern-looking, convenient storage for frequently used items but have limited space in their bathroom. A current trend we are seeing is the use of medicine cabinets, but they don’t look like Grandma’s old mirrors anymore! There are several things…
You’ve picked the tile of your dreams…but you have some options when it comes to installing it. The tile itself is just one piece (pun intended) of a finished tiled surface like a kitchen backsplash or shower. We work hard to ensure that our clients can envision what their finished tile installation will look like before ever raising a hammer. Sketching Tile Layouts Help Homeowners Some people have a natural ability to envision how their tile will look. The rest…
We love the fall and especially the fun decorating, cooking and celebrations that go along with Halloween. Just for fun, we pulled together a quick list of our favorite Halloween tricks and treats. Share yours with us! Cool Pumpkin Carving Who knew pumpkins could communicate so much! Check out these clever pumpkin carving ideas. Image via Design Sponge Fun Table Decorations Thanks to HomeBNC for these great centerpiece ideas: Fall Home Projects And it wouldn’t be a Corinthian blog without some…
Sometimes our clients remodel for the passion of it, but more often than not, they make remodeling choices based on what will be most valuable when they decide to sell. While there are no guarantees, there are some remodeling projects that typically provide higher returns on the investment. Our friends at House Beautiful shared their list which got us thinking. Here are 3 of our favorite investment-savvy renovations. Kitchen Smorgasbord It seems that no matter how nice the other rooms…
Did you think it was possible to make one of the hardest working parts of your home work even harder? It is! And here are three of our favorite ideas from an article posted by our friends from Houzz. Add a Dog Washing Tub If you’re tired of your four-footed friend lounging in your bath tub, consider adding a dog washing station to your laundry room remodel. It’s even better if your laundry opens to the outdoors or garage. Make…
June is the month of weddings and Father’s day! So it wouldn’t be complete without a look at some of the most interesting man cave renovations we’ve seen. Maybe one of these ideas will inspire your man cave make over! Make an actual cave If you have the space and depth, consider making your man cave and actual cave! And if you can’t dig a basement below your basement, consider using rich textures like stone, wood and interesting lighting to…
Planning to remodel your kitchen? Looking for a beautiful backsplash but tired of the tile approach? While tile won’t go out of style, here are a few other materials that make an amazing looking kitchen. Brick If you’re lucky enough to have exposed brick walls in your kitchen, keep them! But even if your home doesn’t already have brick, you can add them and create a rich backsplash like this one by Frances Avenue in Vancouver. Photo by Positive Space Staging…
We loved the article published by Architectural Digest earlier this month about home decor items to splurge on. We know our clients have a budget, but there are home accent items that are worth challenging that budget. Of the five items listed, the two that stood out to us were: Ceilings – A beautifully designed ceiling adds to the dynamic feeling of a room. Whether you choose plaster, paneling, wall paper or other unique material, make a strong visual statement…
In our last blog post, we talked about creating beautiful backyard living spaces. And now we’d like to turn your sights to your front yard! Remodeling projects that enhance the exterior of your home expands your living space and adds value to your home. Here are a few of our favorite curb appeal remodeling ideas: 1. Give Your Yard Some Love You give your wardrobe a seasonal sprucing up, so why not show your yard some love too. Consider adding…
Who doesn’t love spring? Everything is blooming and people turn their sites to the outdoors. We love remodeling interior spaces, but enjoy bringing the comforts of indoors outside for all to enjoy. Here are a few of the most popular spring exterior remodeling projects. 1. Patios and Outdoor Living Spaces Let your dream vacation inspire your patio whether it’s a sunny spot in the Caribbean or a stylish garden from Italy. Why not bring back fond memories all year round?…
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