Category: Home Renovation Projects
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Doubled Space & Open Layout
For Elizabeth and Martin, their Bronx kitchen was more of a bottleneck than a culinary haven. At 124 square feet, it was poorly lit and tightly configured, making cooking a chore and gathering impossible. They knew they needed more than just new cabinets; they needed a whole new layout. By partnering with a design-build firm…
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Size, Style, Features & More
You probably don’t think much about your toilet. You should. Let’s be honest: The toilet is rarely the star of a dream bathroom Pinterest board. We swoon over clawfoot tubs, sleek vanities, and rainfall showers. But when it comes to daily function and long-term comfort, your toilet is surprisingly crucial. Skimping on this decision means…
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How a New Front Door Transforms Your Home
They say you never get a second chance to make a first impression, and nowhere is that truer than with your home. When it comes to curb appeal, your front door isn’t just an entrance; it’s the heart of your home’s welcome, setting the entire tone. From a bold statement to subtle elegance, your door…
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How It Transforms Bare Walls Into High-End Spaces
You’ve probably spent hours agonizing over paint colors, furniture, and decor, trying to give your rooms a distinct personality. But what if the biggest impact comes from something you’ve completely overlooked? The answer might be molding. Adding decorative trim to ceilings, floors, and doorways can transform bare walls into spaces that feel undeniably “finished”—and even…
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Does a Sunroom Count as Living Space?
You’re dreaming of that perfect sun-drenched nook. A place for morning coffee, a quiet reading spot, or an overflow entertaining area. You call it a sunroom. But when it comes to the nitty-gritty of home value, square footage, and even taxes, the question of whether your sunroom actually counts as “living space” is far more…
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Universal Appeal & Timeless Kitchen Design
You’ve seen them everywhere. From glossy magazine spreads showcasing minimalist, all-white dream kitchens to the rustic charm of a modern farmhouse aesthetic, Shaker-style cabinets are the undisputed reigning champions of kitchen design. But why have these simple, unadorned cabinets, first conceived by a small religious sect in the 18th century, become such a pervasive and…
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Jersey City “Bunny Mansion” Renovation: A Duplex Transformed
In the often-unpredictable landscape of New Jersey real estate, Carol and Jon discovered what appeared to be their ideal first home in Jersey City: a stately 1926 detached house. The catch, however, lay in its configuration as a two-family duplex. Their vision, a single-family dwelling tailored for themselves and their growing retinue of beloved rabbits…
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What is Soapstone?
Soapstone countertops take the lead for low-maintenance, durability, and modern sensibilities (Above) Sweeten homeowners Janet and Jerry install a soapstone countertop and backsplash The kitchen is uniquely a space where we’re ultra-comfortable and happily busy. There’s a lot of infrastructure in a kitchen too, between cooking and refrigeration and storage. Countertops, we’d say, are one…
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8 Blue Interior Design Ideas
Blue, with its profound and versatile nature, offers a sophisticated palette for your interiors. Explore blue’s full spectrum to curate spaces that feel both inviting and vibrantly alive. Whether you’re looking for a calm, creative inspiration, or a deeper connection to nature, blue holds the key to a harmonious, revitalized home. Let’s explore eight inspiring…
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Salvaged Finds & “Nuts-o” Design
With an entire townhouse to renovate and a baby boy on the way, a Brooklyn designer took on broken windows and fire hazards with “completely nuts-o” patterns and prints and an Airstream-inspired kitchen. Read on to see what happens when you give a designer the keys to a total fixer-upper. Guest post by Kensington homeowner…