Wild and Wonderful Basement Remodel A focal point wet bar, distinctive coffered ceilings and safari-themed finishes incorporated into the design for the remodeled basement in this Centennial, Colo. residence provide the family with an adventurous entertaining area.
Historic Renovation This century-old Chicago rowhouse gets modern living and entertainment areas. The project, whose goal was to improve form and function, required design and construction know-how to work within a historical context.
Conservatory/Sunroom Addition The remodeler added a glass and mahogany sunroom/conservatory that reflects the client's vision for an indoor/outdoor space.
One View of the Future of Remodeling Dewhurst & Associates, a family-based custom home building and remodeling company, are not worried about their business despite the current downward spiral of the housing market. Dewhurst & Associates believes that there are reasons to believe the remodeling industry will remain strong. Take a look at what they say.
Even Small Jobs Affect the Whole House When remodeling a house, take into consideration that the windows, walls, roof, foundation, ventilation, heating, cooling, lighting, and cooking are all related. Understanding how systems work together is more important now than ever.
The Family Business The very first remodeling company was a family business. As long as there's a remodeling industry, there will be family businesses. But as more corporate entities, franchises and large regional firms emerge on the landscape, the question begs to be asked: what is the future of the small, family-run remodeling business?
Rx for an Old House Remodeler turns a historic Doctor's office space into an open, finely crafted kitchen-family area
Three-Season Screen Room With its combination of rustic finishes and discrete modern amenities, the new screen porch on this Minneapolis, Minn. bungalow provides its owners with a functional indoor/outdoor retreat that complements the century-old home's simple architectural style and meets their entertaining needs at the same time.
The Push for Greener Home Remodeling Green remodeling practices have become more popular as homeowners cope with ever-increasing energy costs, health concerns and diminishing natural resources.
Recycle When You Remodel When remodeling a home, there is often a large amount of construction waste. NARI’s Green Remodeling program offers remodeling contractors across the country a unique opportunity to incorporate cost-saving and earth-sustaining green concepts into their clients’ homes. Here's how.
Landscape Architects Announce 2008 Awards The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) has announced the recipients of its 2008 Professional Awards. Here’s a look at these distinguished award-winning projects.
Championship Kitchen Remodel A small bland kitchen's floor plan flips to create the perfect space for old-European style. The owner, a real-estate agent, had been inside scores of houses in the area and was determined to make her remodeled kitchen and family area different from the norm.