Plans and permits and paperwork
Oh my! We have been considering building a garage with a flex space above for quite some time. We live in a … Read more
Some statistics on home renovations
Straight from 2018, which was a lifetime ago, but I guess it takes a while to come up with this stuff. These … Read more
Master bath choices
It used to be that your master bath HAD to have a tub, it was a necessity, and if you had the … Read more
This little house!
This little bungalow was purchased by my sister so it was a labor of love for me. It was already an adorable … Read more
I love a bathroom challenge!
The most gratifying part of my job is fixing a “problem, mistake, issue.” When a client truly has a dilemma, I am … Read more
Not a small budget kitchen…
Because I talk about small budgets all the time, you may think that I don’t undertake any big-ticket projects. Although I don’t … Read more
Kitchen renovation on a budget
I know the word “budget” comes up a lot in my posts but, let’s face it, everyone is on a budget. Whether … Read more
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom and kitchen renovations are particularly messy and fraught with unforeseen issues. They are also the 2 rooms in your house that … Read more
Tile, you don’t need to break the bank to get an expensive look
The last installment of “Resurrecting 202” is all about tile. We used tile from Lowes that was easily accessible and on sale … Read more
Small Bathroom Redo, Do’s and Don’ts
This is a tiny guest bath redo. Took the tub and shower surround out and replaced with tiled walk-in shower. Painted the … Read more
Small bathroom re-do
I would call this a mini-renovation. The homeowners wanted some updates but did not want to gut it or spend a fortune. … Read more
Renovations, the budget breakers
I love renovating! Yes, it can be frustrating, time consuming and back breaking, but in the end transforming a space is one … Read more
When selling your home…
The hardest part for home sellers is removing their personality from the home and preparing it to be sold. For me it … Read more
Amy and Ed’s remodel
Amy and Ed arrived home last night and I think they liked the final renovation results! Kitchen Before Kitchen After: wall removed … Read more
Murphy’s Law strikes again
The wall we removed probably isn’t bearing any load, but the 2 joists that were “sistered up,” which is a carpenter way … Read more
One-week living room remodel
This was a living room remodel that did not involve too much construction, just a little work on the floor as well … Read more
Amy and Ed’s “Green” Remodel
Our clients, Amy and Ed, have very specific criteria around how they want their space laid out and what will be put … Read more
