Ian was the most destructive hurricane to hit Southwest Florida since 1935, and our entire region is still reeling from its aftermath. Tens of billions of dollars in damage have hit cities from Fort Myers to Naples to Bonita Springs, with thousands of homeowners like you now faced with the daunting challenge of cleaning up [...]
Home remodeling requires a lot of decisions. But before you shop for materials, colors, and finishes, you’ll need to decide if your remodel will require design-build expertise. This article discusses the differences between a design-build project and a basic remodel and gives examples to illustrate each one. What does a design-build project include? A design-build [...]
Kitchen renovations, bathroom remodels, or home additions are complicated projects with many working parts. If you’re thinking about remodeling your home, having an active project manager oversee all phases of the job will ensure a successful outcome. Even if you’re an experienced DIYer, having this trained professional on your team will free you up to [...]
If runaway inflation, soaring gas prices, rising interest rates, and a stubbornly persistent pandemic are getting you down, then making your vision of an ideal outdoor kitchen come to life could be just what you need right now. Not only will the new living and cooking space improve your mood and quality of life, but it [...]
Many homeowners appreciate a fireplace in Southwest Florida. They enjoy the glow of the flame during a romantic dinner or the ambiance it gives to a family gathering. You may feel the same. If you’re considering remodeling an existing fireplace or adding one inside or outdoors, read on for fundamental considerations for your project. Assess [...]
Remodeling is a huge task, no matter where you live or what type of home you live in. If you’ve been through a remodel before, you may feel comfortable with the process. But, remodeling a house is different than what’s involved with a condominium. So, if you’re thinking of making changes to your Southwest Florida [...]
A major remodeling project involves a step-by-step process that must be done in sequence. Each phase builds upon the previous one, from initial design conception to site preparation to the final walk-through. Understanding the sequence helps a homeowner visualize the process and stay abreast of the work’s progress. In addition, working with a design-build firm creates [...]
If you’re ready to make some changes to your home, it helps to speak the same language as your building professional. Many homeowners use the words remodel and renovate interchangeably. But, in fact, there is a difference between the two. Let’s break down the meaning behind each word to make communication easier and expectations within [...]
Why Bigger Isn’t Necessarily Better You’re finally ready to pull the trigger on your home remodeling project but are unsure who to hire to do the work. If, after asking for recommendations from friends and co-workers, you have a long list to narrow down, you may be able to eliminate some of the options based [...]
Life has not been the same since March of 2020, and neither has home remodeling -- which when done well reflects the changing needs and expectations of homeowners seeking improved comfort, utility, and value. That’s why radical changes in lifestyle have had a powerful and lasting impact on renovation, triggering trends that won’t be going away [...]
