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Classic, Traditional Homes: A Quick Style Guide

There will be a lot of home remodeling ideas for you to consider but if the traditional style is your top pick, here are some pointers to keep in mind. (more…)

How to Successfully Design a Shared Kids’ Bedroom

Designing a shared space that allows kids to enjoy being together as well as moments of privacy can be quite a tall order. Siblings may look alike but still have very different personalities! How to bring them to harmoniously share a space is often a challenge much harder to deal with than, say, planning a kitchen renovation. Here are some tips to make things work out. (more…)

How to Make an Attic Conversion Work for You

Home remodeling contractors always advise that the easiest way for homeowners to increase their living space without breaking the bank is to work within a home’s existing footprint. This includes expanding the space upwards and converting the attic from a dusty storage space to a useful living space! (more…)

Remodeling Ideas to Help You Enjoy Your Empty Nest

The day has finally come. Your last child is packing up and moving on to college. It might take a little time to get used to being an “empty nester,” but there’s one sure way to chase away the blues: dive right into home renovations! Now’s the time to spring for that master suite or kitchen renovation you’ve always dreamed of doing. Here are a few other great ideas that might[...]

Mistakes to Avoid When Selling a Home

Unless you have experience in real estate, the process of selling a home can be a bit complicated. Having knowledge of your local market is essential, as is a familiarity with the property transfer process. It pays to have a professional realtor by your side to guide you through the process. (more…)

How a Remodel Can Help to Improve Your Health

Considering a kitchen renovation or remodel? Home improvement can boost form and function for a property but what many don’t realize is that it can also be a step toward a healthier you. According to a survey funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, many people spend more than 85 percent of their time indoors. This figure accounts for total time spent inside, but a significant portion of it represents time[...]

Choosing a Hardwood Floor: 3 Factors to Consider

Hardwoods are durable and beautiful, and will work with either traditional or contemporary home styles, depending on how they are used. If you’re set on hardwood flooring for your next project, you should weigh the various wood options carefully. Here’s what you should consider to make the right choice: (more…)

What Makes a Great Mudroom?

If you have one, the mudroom is likely the first thing that a guest sees upon entering your home. That means you have to invest in your mudroom if you want to make a good first impression. Fortunately, mudrooms are usually small so you don’t have to break the bank trying to renovate it. (more…)

How Does Feng Shui Factor Into Home Design?

Just recently, Chinese New Year was celebrated. If you’re currently planning for a remodel, perhaps Feng Shui has crossed your mind. Feng Shui is the popular ancient Chinese philosophy that focuses on achieving balance and harmony between the elements. These elements are wood, earth, metal, water and fire. (more…)

5 Home Design Trends That Shouldn’t Make a Comeback

2018 was a big year for home design. Homeowners and interior remodeling designers alike witnessed the rise of “fast furniture,” patterned wallpapers and even the resurgence of glass blocks, to name a few. While some of these home design trends could very well be new classics, some are better off left behind in 2018. DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Wilmington explains five home design trends we hope to see less[...]