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Custom Millwork Windows Are a Cut Above

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Custom Millwork
December 8, 2013

Windows are an extremely important part of any home. They let in light to brighten the interior and afford interesting views of the world beyond. What does an innovative home design and building contractor do when their client wants something extraordinary, far surpassing the predictable window styles that anyone can pop in and get at the nearest Home Depot?They look for experienced makers of custom millwork windows! Beautifully crafted, one-of-a-kind windows can totally change the feel of your home and will be unmatched for both attractiveness and functionality.

Custom windows are just that: designed, created and properly installed based purely on the specifications provided by the homeowners themselves. They will stand out esthetically from any other windows you can find, and all moving parts will function flawlessly.

Why Custom Millwork Windows for Your Home?

Because custom millwork windows are obviously not pre-made, they are the perfect solution when…

All the Right Reasons for a Bathroom Renovation

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Bathroom Remodeling
November 21, 2013

In any home, nothing beats a sensational bathroom, laid out just the way you want it and with all the right features and fixtures. If you’ve been holding off on that bathroom renovation for long enough, here are some good reasons to help get you going.

Room to Breathe – Make it bigger. The last thing you want is to plan the perfect bathroom renovation and feel that you’re still cramped inside a too-small room. Whether you’re on your own or need to accommodate a growing family, additional bathroom space is always worth it. A creative home remodeling and renovation expert will find clever ways to magically make a little more square footage a reality.

Fix Pesky Problems – Aside from looking drab and like it belongs in another era, a dated bathroom often has many problems. This includes annoying quirks with the toilet, tub and shower, or just the plumbing in general. And that light above the sink that keeps going out for no apparent reason, even when you change the bulb. A full-scale bathroom renovation provides the perfect opportunity to address any

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Add a Sophisticated Wine Room with Savvy Home Remodeling

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Home Remodeling
November 17, 2013

Are you a total wine lover? Consider yourself a connoisseur? Then what are you waiting for? Just imagine the pure pleasure of having your very own state-of-the-art wine room, where you can suitably store and savor the vintage bottles in your collection.

Some well-planned professional home remodeling can make that fantasy a reality more easily than you think.

A properly designed, purpose-built wine room isn’t commonly found in all homes, even in the perfect grape-growing climate of California, where numerous superb wines are produced. The reward of entertaining guests gets ramped up big time when you can host a top-notch tasting event in just the right surroundings. And from an investment standpoint, specialized home remodeling projects will only increase the value of your home. Bonus!

Whether Up or Down, Make it Your Own

What pops into most minds when hearing “wine cellar” is a dimly lit, brick-walled space filled with casks, antique furniture and tapestries. There’s a certain

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Running Out of Room Means Home Additions on a Whole New Level

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Home Addition
November 7, 2013

When you need more space in your home, the obvious solution is to add more rooms. With limited lot space, however, you can’t always expand outward. Don’t give up: you may have the handy option of taking things to a whole new level through a second story home addition.If the overall size or general layout of your property doesn’t allow for ground floor expansion (don’t give up the pool!), you can still have an excellent home addition that will double your square footage—simply by going up, rather than out.

A bungalow or other single-story structure gives you an excellent opportunity to take things to a whole new level. Virtually.
You love the neighborhood and the landscaping you’ve nurtured to perfection and would rather not have to pick up and move. If you’re considering a home addition, plenty of questions will crop up. Architecturally, how will an extra level tie into

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Recording Studio Design: Customize for Your Musical Needs

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Recording Studio
October 18, 2013

recording studioIn the Burbank area, home remodeling often includes renovating to create your very own recording studio. No matter how novice or professional your current music-making level (and how lofty your aspirations!), this is definitely a purpose-built space that can be customized to suit your precise needs.
For most people, one of the most attractive and enjoyable parts of the home remodeling process is brainstorming about both the overall design and specific details to make the space completely their own. A recording studio is no exception, and in fact provides even more opportunity to focus on technical particulars than most construction projects on the home front.

Whether your focus is vocal, instrumental or a combination of the two, you want to be fully prepared to make every note sound superb. To say that there is a vast array of design options is an understatement. Aside from the overall look and feel of your personal recording studio, however, this one’s also about way more than just appearance. Fantastic functionality is a huge priority; more importantly, the recording studio should be customized for your needs.

Here are some things to think about:

  • Noise Isolation – Whatever your style, from hip-hop and hard driving rock to classical and ballads, expect to make a lot of noise. Sound will be a major “production” and isolating a home recording studio as
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Replace that Old Staircase with Beauty and Added Function

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Home Details, Home Remodeling
October 12, 2013

home remodelingMaximizing your living space is just as important as making it look good. When it comes to staircases, however, the ultimate in combining form and function is often completely overlooked in most home remodeling projects. Because when you get right down to it, aren’t stairs simply a way to get from one level to the next, ‘nuff said?

Think again. Including the main staircase (or even making it the focus) in any home renovation can dramatically increase the wow-factor of your house. Not to mention give you some excellent storage options. Even typical cookie-cutter staircase designs can be renovated to the level of modern art, one that brings with it a multi-purpose storage solution.

Home Remodeling and 3 Great Staircase Ideas

  • Bookcase staircase – Books look great and have a way of warming up a space, making it feel lived in and personal. If your so-called library space has been outgrown, you’re probably tired of seeing books stacked on tables and chairs, creating clutter and making it hard to see what’s what, a built-in bookcase under
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Faucet Features Galore for Kitchen Remodeling

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Kitchen Remodeling
September 13, 2013

Kitchen Remodeling Los AngelesKitchen remodeling isn’t limited to changing the cupboards and countertops. A lot of seemingly small things, such as the style and function of your faucets, also contribute in a big way to a great kitchen’s finished look and style.

The faucet isn’t something that comes out occasionally and gets tucked back in a cabinet; it’s always front and center and in frequent use. So don’t overlook the possibilities and sheer range of styles, finishes and features.

Kitchen Remodeling and Faucet Factors to Look For:

  1. Finish – Choose from chrome, brass, copper, stainless steel, nickel, bronze and more
  2. Design – Will it have classic, turn-of-the-century lines or be minimalist and modern?
  3. Handle – Single-handle style, or do you prefer dual? More traditional kitchens usually suit symmetry, but modern design allows for more asymmetric freedom. A single-handle faucet is
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Things You Should Know About Electrical And Lighting For Your Recording Studio

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Recording Studio
July 30, 2013

Electrical

To assure you have clean power to your recording equipment you need to run dedicated circuits with isolated grounds. Recording gear today for the most part is computer based and having a clean power source will improve the quality of your recording.

You will also need a clean power source for any instruments that may be plugged into your recording studio system.

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What are the Different Styles of Bathtubs to Choose From?

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Bathroom Remodeling
July 30, 2013

3-Wall Alcove Tub-Shower Combinations

Your standard 5 foot alcove tub utilizes a skirt on the front of the tub, these are the most commonly used tubs and work great in smaller bathrooms. With this tub you tile three walls and the tile finishes to the top edge of your bathtub. These are usually what you would see in a smaller home where you need to get the most out of your space. You would see this style in most hotels as well.

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