HOW TO PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM WILDFIRES
September 3, 2025
Here in Los Angeles, we’ve gone through the worst wildfire season on record, with 16,000...
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BIG IDEAS FOR SMALL SPACES
August 26, 2025
Do you have a small home AND a small budget? If physically adding more space, like...
COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID WHEN REMODELING OR BUILDING A NEW HOME OR ADU
March 7, 2025
Remodeling your existing home, or building a new home or ADU from the ground up, are...
HIRING A DESIGNER FOR YOUR HOME REMODEL… A NECESSITY OR A SPLURGE?
January 6, 2025
While a designer is not strictly necessary when remodeling your home, it is recommended to help...
Don’t Be Misled by Misconceptions About Home Remodeling
July 21, 2014
There are many stereotypes and misconceptions about home remodeling and indeed about contractors.
Before you embark on your remodeling project, do your homework and get the facts.
Isn’t Home Remodeling Always a Nightmare?
We’ve all heard the horror stories from friends about long remodeling projects that caused major inconvenience. It seems to be a common belief that this happens every time. Yes, there is some
First Impressions: Front Door Ideas for Home Remodeling
June 19, 2014
When remodeling your home, don’t forget to pay attention to its curb appeal. A front door makes a statement about your taste and personality. It also gives a visitor an impression of what to expect in the rest of your house.
We’ve all heard the old saying that first impressions count. It’s true. Your choice of front door, and the design of the entryway leading up to it, is very important.
When you buy a home, you can be so busy making changes to the interior that you may forget the front of the house.
Here are a few front door ideas:
Front Door Materials and Designs
What should it be? Wood? Metal? Fiberglass? Front doors come in a whole range of
No Need to Sell! Consider a Home Remodel for Wheelchair Access
June 6, 2014
Not many homes out there were designed with the needs of people with impaired mobility in mind. If you or a family member becomes confined to a wheelchair through illness or injury – or even aging, getting around your home could become very difficult.
As the population ages, the need for easier access will only increase.
Some simple home remodeling can provide either wheelchair access or just a more “mobility friendly” place. It may also increase the desirability and value of
Home Storage Ideas to Banish Your Clutter Forever!
May 16, 2014
Have you noticed that newer homes often seem smaller than older ones? Property developers try to maximize their investment and return by fitting as many dwellings into an area as possible, be it houses or townhouses or apartments.Regardless of the age of a home, storage space just never seems to be enough! For all of us.Let’s be creative with ideas. Some simple home remodeling can increase storage. Expand your thinking from the horizontal space to go vertical, or use wall space more effectively. Many great ideas can be applied successfully in any house.
The Bathroom
In a home where several of your family members share a bathroom, you may be short of space in the drawers and vanity for storing toiletries and supplies. Consider having shelves and cabinets built into a wall of your bathroom to hold
Home Renovation and the Great Outdoors: Sensational Sundecks and Perfect Patios
May 1, 2014
When home renovation comes to mind, most people think of construction that alters the main elements of a home, creating a fresh feel and functionality for any number of rooms.
In other words, the home’s interior, and the possibility of a new look and style for some or most of the structure’s exterior, too. But beyond that, literally, it’s a bit of a blank.
The good news is, in terms of both striking appearance and usable space, there doesn’t have to be a complete stop at the boundaries of your home’s main footprint. Well-planned home renovation, especially in a climate like southern California, justifiably includes terrific yard and garden areas that become highly appealing extended parts of your home’s living space.
Add a Sophisticated Wine Room with Savvy 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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