Why Homeowners Should Consider Options Beyond Granite for their Countertops

When it comes to kitchen remodeling or building a new home, selecting the right countertop material is a crucial decision. Granite has long been a popular choice due to its durability, natural beauty, and timeless appeal; however, I have to say…I’m extremely over it (major yawn)! It has been so overdone and in recent years, homeowners have finally started exploring alternative options that offer similar benefits while providing unique advantages of their own. Join me as I delve into why homeowners should consider countertop alternatives for their next remodel or new home project instead of exclusively opting for granite.

How a Well-Designed Home Affects Your Health

Your home is not just a place where you eat and sleep, it’s where you spend most of your time (especially if you’re still working from home). The design of your home can have a significant impact on your physical and mental well-being. A well-designed home can promote a healthy lifestyle, increase productivity, and reduce stress. If I may, allow me to prove why the last two sentences are indeed facts. Let’s dig a little deeper by discussing six aspects of how a well designed home affects your health.

Myth Buster: I have AI Now, I Don’t Need an Interior Designer

Let me go ahead and bust this myth right now! Artificial Intelligence (AI) is all the rage today. The desire for such technological advancement has grown exponentially. So much so, that to be completely honest, it’s actually a little scary. Do we really want this type of “intelligence” running every aspect of our lives...possibly even taking over just so we can have the luxury of convenience?! Listen. I love the Matrix movies and Will Smith’s I Robot, but I don’t need (or want) them to become our reality. Yikes.

Should I Hire an Interior Designer or General Contractor for My Remodeling Project?

Home remodeling can be an exciting and fulfilling experience, but it can also be overwhelming and stressful. With so many decisions to make, it can be difficult to know where to start. One of the most important decisions you'll make is whether to hire an interior designer or a general contractor for your project. While both professionals play important roles in the remodeling process, an interior designer can bring a unique set of skills and expertise to the table that a general contractor cannot. Let’s explore why you should consider hiring an interior designer for your home remodel.

Luxury Kitchen Trends

Luxury kitchens are the epitome of elegance and sophistication, and they are an essential part of any upscale home. The kitchen is the heart of the house, where family and friends gather to cook, eat, and socialize. We'll take a look at some of the latest luxury kitchen trends that are popular right now.

7 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Fall for the "Free" Design Service at Furniture Retail Stores

When it comes to designing a home, a lot of people seek free design services at retail furniture stores. While that option may seem like you’ll save more money, it actually won’t. It might look good and sound good, but please don’t be deceived…be prepared to have your eyes opened.

We’re going to discuss seven (7) reasons why you shouldn’t fall for the “free design service” trap. Ready? Here we go!

Remodeling Your Home During Times of Inflation

Remodeling your home can be an exciting and rewarding project, but it can also be expensive, especially during times of inflation when construction labor and material costs are high; however, there are ways to manage the cost of remodeling your home in the current times we’re in and still achieve the desired results. It sounds counterintuitive, but hear me out. One of the best ways to do this is by hiring a professional interior designer. Let’s explore the benefits of hiring an interior designer for your project and provide tips on how to remodel your home during times of inflation.

The Ugly Truth: Yes. Interior Design is a Luxury Service

We believe that you are worthy to be surrounded by beauty. Many people feel that everyone deserves to live in a beautiful home and we also agree with that sentiment; however, the reality is, not everyone can afford to. Often times when people reach out to us inquiring about our services, they don’t have a realistic level of investment for what they want to do. That may sound a bit harsh and that’s definitely not my intention. But I do intend to tell the truth. Hey…we don’t know what we don’t know.

Why You Should Consider Custom Furniture for Your Interior Design Project

When it comes to designing your home, one of the most important decisions you'll make is selecting the right furniture. While there are plenty of great retail options available on the market, investing in custom furniture can offer a range of benefits that make it well worth the extra cost. Let’s explore some of the reasons why you should consider investing in custom furniture for your next design project.

3 Steps to Getting Your Dream Space - Hire Professionals

Time to wrap up this series about how to get your dream space y’all! You should now know that before starting any design project, it’s crucial to first understand what your priorities are and have a pretty good grasp on how much you’re willing to invest to get what you want. The final step to this process is hiring the right professionals. Boom. Yes, I said it.

3 Steps to Getting Your Dream Space - Know Your Level of Investment

You can have a laundry list of nice-to-haves but do you have a bottomless pit of cash? If you do, awesome! You are the minority though. Most people don’t have limitless funds, so the need to prioritize is key. There are three questions I want you to ask yourself before you go full steam ahead with that project. Read on!

(VIDEO) 5 Ways to Control Remodeling Costs

Stressing about a remodeling project you want to tackle? Well, stress no more…watch this video to learn how to take control of your remodeling costs instead of allowing your costs to control you. It’s absolutely possible to get the space of your dreams without going broke. Sounds amazing right? You don’t wan to miss this one. It will help save you money and your sanity.

Where to save and where to splurge on your bathroom remodel

I get this question A LOT! “Where should I splurge and where should I save on my bathroom remodel? I’m so overwhelmed.” First of all, I got you. No need to stress. In this blog post I’m going to share the things I suggest splurging on, and the things I suggest saving on!

I want you to have the bathroom of your dreams, that looks and feels luxurious and that functions exactly as it’s supposed to. I want to make your life EASIER.

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