Welcome to our “Insights & Tips” blog, your go-to resource for expert advice on home design and remodeling. Here, we share our professional knowledge on the latest trends, provide helpful tips for your projects, and offer creative solutions to help you get the most out of your kitchen, bathroom, and specialty spaces. We’re here to guide you through the remodeling process and inspire your next project.
The Timeless Debate: Granite vs. Quartz Countertops Bold Movement of Granite When it comes to upgrading your kitchen, few decisions are as impactful as choosing the right countertop. It’s the centerpiece of the room, a functional workspace, and a reflection of your personal style. For many homeowners, the choice comes down to two powerhouse materials:…
A Smart Seller’s Guide: Maximizing Kitchen Resale Value A Contemporary and Neutral Kitchen Thinking about selling your home in the near future? When it comes to home improvements, few spaces offer a better return on investment than the kitchen. It’s a question I get all the time: “How much should I worry about resale value…
How to Survive a Kitchen Remodel While Living in Your Home Before: A Little Prep Makes Surviving a Kitchen Remodel Easy After: A Stress Free Kitchen Remodel Embarking on a kitchen remodel is an exciting journey toward your dream kitchen. But let’s be honest, living through it can feel a little like a long-haul flight….
How to Remove Stubborn Spills and Stains From Your Granite Countertops Blue Pearl Granite When you hear “granite stain,” you might imagine a permanent mark that can’t be removed. But as a homeowner, you’ll be happy to know that what looks like a stain is actually just a liquid trapped in the natural crevices of…
Create More Space Out of Thin Air: Expert Storage Solutions for Florida Homes An Unused Breakfast Nook Becomes Plenty of Storage Moving to Florida comes with some unique quirks. Winter with the windows open is one that new transplants like, but an alligator appearing in the yard is not (both of these happened my first…
When a Dream Kitchen Remodel Becomes a Nightmare It happened again just this afternoon. A homeowner walked into our design studio, looking at cabinets. As we talked, I learned the reason she was looking for a new kitchen professional was because the company she’d already given a deposit to wasn’t returning her phone calls. The…
Ergonomic Kitchen Design: More Than Just a Pretty Space An Ergonomic Kitchen Have you ever stood in your kitchen and thought, “Who designed this space? A contractor must have drawn it up on a napkin?” You’re not alone. We’ve heard it countless times. There’s a simple truth at the heart of that frustration: many kitchens…
Clean Wood Cabinets with Ease Cleaning Wood Cabinets is a Breeze A clean and happy kitchen is a wonderful thing. Unfortunately, kitchen cabinets don’t yet clean themselves. Nobody likes it, but we all have to do it from time to time. People always ask me to recommend the best cleaning products for their cabinets and…