How About A Staircase Makeover
Have you ever looked at your staircase and have thought of giving it a new look? Perhaps it’s about time that you include it in your home addition design plans since having a great looking staircase adds to the character of your home. You should not run out of reasons why your staircase or stairway is the least of your home renovation priority because it also reflects your lifestyle. But before you proceed in renovating your stairs and balustrade check out some of the main reasons why homeowners find it important to give their staircase or stairway an impressive makeover. REASONS WHY STAIRCASES SHOULD BE REMODELED TOO Outdated stairs and railings can dismay possible home buyers if you decide to sell your home in the future. The rattling and cracking sound of your stairs every time you walk on it means you need to fix it. This is the moment you’ve been waiting for. Looking at your staircase or stairway makes you stress and think about the pathetic excuse interior design. You wanted to give your interior a different kind of vibe by upgrading your balustrade into something new to your interior and refreshing to the eye. You wanted your staircase to be the focal point of your home to attract buyers. You found the time to DIY your home’s stair and balustrade. A grand and elegant looking staircase adds value to the entire home. Your current stairs and balustrades had to meet your cities building codes and requirements. You’ve discovered that your staircase is no longer safe and can potentially cause danger. Do you find your reasons above too? Now, let’s move on the best part – the Designs, Styles, and Décor. GIVE YOUR STAIRWAY A NEW LIFE Let’s get started. FLOORING The floor is what gives your stairway a character which also occupies the largest surface in your home or room. The style and design will depend, of course, on your budget, the kind of maintenance you sustain and the decors that you would want to have. Carpet Carpeting is one of the most common floor décor preferred by many homeowners. It provides a different kind of warmth and inviting feeling in your interior. The comfort that it gives your sole is one of its major qualities why many love it so much. Aside from its ability to reduce noise not just on your stairway, but all over the house too. Carpet is also preferred by homes with growing kids and elderly because it provides an additional safety feature during an unexpected trip or fall. Now, there are two kinds of carpeting style: Full Carpeting If you wanted a full coverage of your floor area, full carpeting is your solution. It’s a good choice to cover your floor’s aging problem as it will completely make it as good as new. Although this can be really pricey, it’s best to discuss your plans with your trusted contractor before you give it a go. Carpet Runners If you don’t want to fully cover your entire flooring, runners can do the job for you. They can leave the edges of your […]
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Time To Spice Up Your Bathroom
So you have already set your heart on pushing a home renovation project this year with the help of the trusted architects’ builder in your area. You’ve got your kitchen, living room and probably the bedroom on your checklist, however, there are amazing and cool bathroom designs that might fit your taste. Imagine preparing for the day in a stylish bathroom like it has transported you to a different place, nothing beats that experience. So if you wanted to have an awesome mood and an inspiring spirit before you head out your bedroom try giving your bathroom the kind of twist that you will surely be proud of. Give Your Bathroom A New Face-lift Reshaping some parts of your home is like opening your doors to new beginnings and experiences. Trying out the latest bathroom designs will give you the opportunity to embrace a fresh start as well as for the rest of your family. The Secret Of The Misty Interiors Many had believed that once you’ve used darker hues in your interior it will make the room smaller and it never worked with bathrooms as well. But that belief has changed now and it was a good overturn. You just have to make the right blend of light and dark combinations where the darker colors are used in smaller areas and amounts. One great effect is the small dark wall and wooden floor combination while everything else is white or chestnut colored bathroom furnishings. The Rose Gold Effect Thanks to the rose gold version of the latest iPhone many designers have seen the glamour in this hue. Incorporating this color in your bathroom revamp will definitely give your space a different personality. Just imagine how limitless colors can be when used in your indoor façade. The Classis Grey This color scheme may seem laid back, but it’s actually a trend this year. Needless to say, the grey bathroom will just provide you with elegance in a subtle way. It offers you both the traditional and modernized bathroom setting that will last for years. It means you don’t have to worry that your bathroom fashion statement will just soon be a fad because it surely is too vogue to become one. Make Way For the J-Shaped Theme Have you heard of the J-shaped bathroom design? If not, then you can probably opt to this bath fashion if you wanted to give your bath space a trendy, millennial look. The common bath shapes that have been overused in the market are the L-shaped and the P-shape baths, but now with the J-shaped pattern, your bathroom area will instantly give out a fashionable and an up-to-date charm. The Old-School Patterned Tiles Another classic, but surely have stood the test of the interior fashion industry, patterned tiles continue to make an impression in such an improving way. If you’re aware of the Victorian, Moroccan, and the Spanish tiles then you can already picture how the patterned tiles look like. One way of providing your bathroom a statement is by using plain hues on the walls and patterned tiled as your bath flooring. There […]
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Some Amusement Space Ideas
When working on a home remodel project you will eventually find a bigger space than you expected. Now, after all, your excess and unwanted junks and space have been decluttered and cleaned, then you shall see the other unused spaces that have been sitting there. And maybe this time, you can make use of that space as your recreation area. Of course, you will be needing an area where all the amusement and party happens. It is where you can play your favorite video games, play pool with your friends or even bowling if your space is really big enough. It can be a spot for a small gathering and for a few drinks. It can be a room where you can go crazy with your kids and become like a kid again. How Do You Want Your Hobby Room To Be? If you don’t want to make a mess out of your living room or you basically don’t have any room for your past time activities, then maybe you can convert your outdated attic or basement into something – amusing. When you think about entertainment, you instantly visualize about gaming consoles, board games, ping pong table, pool table, or an entertainment system which realistically needs space. And your basement is just the perfect spot for you all your toys. Personalized Gym If you wanted to be fit, but don’t have the time to visit the gym, then you can bring the gym into your home. You can set up a mini gym in your basement with the right theme and lighting, you will be excited to burn some calories every single day. Besides, if that’s what relaxation is for you then do whatever pleases you. Billiard Area Dear, who don’t play pool or have been addicted to billiards and wished they can have their own pool table? Well, there’s a lot of people who are still in this classic leisure game. And if you’re one of them, then it’s about time to have your own pool table so you can just invite your friends over or play a match game with your father. For sure, elderly folks like him still got the moves like he’s traveled back when he was your age. Very Own Home Theater If you and your family are movie buffs it is just right to convert your basement into a theater or movie room. Make sure you are investing in the finest home theater system that will bring out the quality in every movie, series or show that you will be watching as well as its digital sounds. Don’t forget about the proper lighting system too. Plus comfy seats or long lounge sofa for a more satisfying comfort and entertainment. Rec Room With An Outdoor Feel If you wanted to go the extra mile with your past time area revamp project, then you can also install an electric fireplace to set an outdoor mood. This is perfect if you wanted to spend some quality and intimate time with your partner or just a downtime moment with your hood. Dim lights are perfect as well as […]
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Give Your Outdoor Space A New Spice
So you’ve been seeing a lot of information and tips about backyard and outdoor remodeling ideas, but this time it’s going to be all about upgrading your porch or front entryway area. Your exterior front entry is the first sight that your guests will be seeing every time they come over. It’s your front porch and front door that will be welcoming your visitors and will be greeting you when you come home from work. If you’re having a hard time doing your entryway renovation homework, then here are some tips for you. Porch and Entryway Ideas Whether you have a small or a big porch area, you can always spice it up with different tools and accessories to provide your entryway a new character and improve the appeal of your house. Make Use Of A Covered Overhead As Entrance. Having a covered overhead added or attached to your front door entry does not only serve as an appealing decorative but is also a great shade whenever there is a rain or storm. This looks great on small-spaced porches because it does not only add detail to your main doorway is also a great spot to hang out with your guest or just have a coffee or tea time. You Will Never Go Wrong With Lanterns Lanterns are not just for indoors sitting on your grandmother’s side table rather they can also perfectly accentuate your outdoor area too. Having the right lighting posted or hanging from your front entrance and porch will totally elevate the façade of your entryway. There are a wide variety of lanterns you can choose for your porch area from the traditional to the modern ones. But classics will always present you that nostalgic feeling so going for the old-fashioned lanterns will transport your guests back to the old times. Consider A Door Replacement Door designs are silently presenting a huge impact on the totality of your home. That although you have modernized your windows and reconstructed the architectural tone for your entire house, that sentimental-looking grandfather’s door seems to be representing your home the opposite way. Match your door with how modern or classic your house is styled. The Classic Window Boxes Window boxes are the timeless classics of outdoor home décor. But there are also styles that will perfectly fit the different modern window styles no matter what kind of paint or finish it may be. But, you see, these old-school flower boxes never run out of style and so will your windows once you’ve accessorized them with these seamless boxes. More Exterior Décor Ideas Gate Is Still In Protection or exterior décor it doesn’t matter. Mini gates together with landscaping can go beyond your wildest outdoor ideas. As classic as they look, low masonry gates or wooden gates will just give your front garden entrance a classical ambiance. It’s like you’re experiencing the 70’s or the 80’s this 21st Try experimenting with it and it will place you on the map. Remodel Your Driveway It may be your least priority, but your driveway is part of your entrance area so it should also […]
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Reward Yourself With A Closet Makeover
One important part of the house that is often being taken for granted is the walk-in closet. But nowadays many homeowners are including their closets in their home addition design projects. A walk-in closet is a room that is linked to your bathroom where you keep and place all your essentials and stuff like bags, clothes, shoes, underwears, pieces of jewelry, accessories, jackets, and a lot more. It’s pretty much your second favorite place on earth. So, if you wanted to revamp some of your rooms to make it look impressive to your household members and your guests, then doing a makeover of your closet is something you should also do to reward yourself. Why Closets Exists So, you may see your closet as an extra room for all of your things that you barely understand why it actually exists in the first place and is also a space that you should pay attention to. It’s a Room for all of your Everything Yes, it may just be a small area connected to your bedroom, but it is the most important space in your life and you just failed to realize that until now. Right after you hoard stuff from your favorite brand, where do you dump all the shopping bags? In your closet. When you suddenly remembered that pink dress you’ve kept ages ago because it is the perfect dress for your first date, where will you look for it? In your closet. Do you see it now? Your closet is not just for your shirts, socks, and pants. It’s for entirely EVERYTHING that is important to you. And it’s the one room that keeps all that’s important to you so giving it a little makeover will definitely do wonders. Why Remodel Showcases Comfort Your closet has one task only and that is to keep all your things organized so, at any time that you might need something important, you know that one place where to find it. It’s an extra room that serves as a storage for all your valuables, therefore, considering doing a revamp in your wardrobe area will give you the convenience you’ve never imagined possible. You can add shelves, drawers, storage baskets, mirror, and bright lights to enhance the place. See, you can customize it all you want for as long as it can keep the smallest and the biggest items you have. Ditch your Dressing Room All in One Spot Having a separate dressing room is good, but if you can’t have it in your home, then make your closet as your dressing room instead. Here’s why: Your entire wardrobe is already in one place so that will make it easy for you to grab whatever you need. You can prep-up easily because you’ve got enough space to move around. You can always accessorize it. You can place seat furniture for added convenience while you get yourself glammed up. Another great thing for combining your closet and dressing room together is that when you decided to change your clothes or shoes, you can just take it off, place it back in your shelves or […]
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Home Additions: Office Space Ideas
Having an extra space as a working area is a common home addition or renovation every household owners got it listed on their remodeling checklist. But when it comes to home addition design for an office space, you do not need the whole room to be your working area, not unless you’re running a studio or into designing or you’re not a minimalist fan, an ideal workspace should be something that allows you to breathe, is a space that you can call your “own” when you’re working or is an area that can inspire you to work well and should not, in any way, distract you. Additional Space For Your Ideal Office Area Make use of your Laundry Room Laundry room? For real? Yup, and it really works, especially if you are into crafts and needs a station for wrapping and creating small things. A team of designers has spotted an unused space in the laundry area and converted it into a craft and art station. They make use of pull-out storage cabinets and sliding drawers to give room for more storage. While a wall-table was installed to make it look like an office space at the same time. You can also make use of the paper towel holder as well as hooks for all your supplies at least it will not consume much of your space. An awkward Basement Area Many homes have unused spaces or awkward areas that can be converted into an office or study area. You can place an office table perfect for adults or kids to use, but if it will be your personal space for work, then utilize the entire room to make you and your work more manageable and relaxing at the same time. Install hanging shelves and storage compartments to keep your things organized. If the area is big enough, take advantage of it, but if it’s just like an alcove, you can still expand your limited space into something. Try placing an overhead shelf that you can expand from one to the other depending on your space preference. Connect it to a Living Room If your career requires you to have an at-home office extension just to get your work done, it’s best to have your home office addition near your receiving or living room area. Why? Because it’s a great venue for client meetings or staff brainstorming during weekends. You can have a long table set up facing the wall where you can place two desktop computer monitors or it can also be a perfect spot for all of your paperwork. Placing a coffee table for two is also a great idea if you wanted to take a short breather or a short meeting with a business partner over a cup of tea or coffee. Create A Productive Working Zone Within Your Home Make use of a Tiny Space into something Big Office spaces depend on the kind of career and requirement that your job needs. However, not all extra home spaces have that kind of zone that you wanted. But it does not mean that you cannot make use of […]
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Bathroom Reconstruction and Remodeling Tips
Our bathroom is the only place where we get to pamper ourselves. We groom ourselves and give ourselves a treat whenever we are in the bathroom. A clean bathroom can make us do whatever we want to do with ourselves comfortably. Without worrying about the leaks and unremoved stains, the bathroom should be cleaned and fixed from time to time. This is for you to be able to concentrate on giving yourself a treat. But if you are already fed up with the design of your bathroom, you can always have it remodeled. Bathroom home remodeling addition can be worth it so that you will be able to have a decent bathroom. You will be then comfortable whenever you are sending a few more minutes in the bathroom once the remodeling or the renovation is done. Here are some bathroom reconstruction and remodeling tips for you to consider. List the things you want to have in your bathroom We all have that dream bathroom. And if you are already planning to have your bathroom remodeled or reconstructed, add the things that you always wanted. Create a simple wish list and start searching for these things in stores. List down the prices and their brands. Also, compare different kinds of brands so that you will be able to choose the one that you really need. Budget Once you have created your wish list and the different items that you will need, it is time to add the numbers. Make sure that you will have enough budget to finance the entire remodeling process. If there are items that you really want to get and you don’t have enough budget for it, you can always get an alternative. Or, you can have a DIY project so that it will look similar to the item that you really want to have. Choose durable materials Remodeling or reconstructing is eliminating the damaged materials and have it replaced with new ones. Be sure to choose the most durable materials in remodeling your bathroom. Create a floor plan Create a floor plan that can maximize the space of your bathroom. Whenever you are pampering yourself in the bathroom, you want to have enough space for you to relax. There are different floor patterns that can be customized according to the space of your bathroom. Add shelves and drawers Once the floor plan is all set, it is time for you to add more designs in your bathroom. Choose an appropriate bathroom color and pick out different accessories that go with the design of your bathroom. Don’t forget to add shelves and drawers so that you will be able to have enough space to place your towels and other toiletries. Choose proper lighting The bathroom must have the best lighting. Vanity light is best installed around your mirror. This is for you to see your face without any shadows. And whenever you apply your makeup, it will be easier for you to balance out the different shades that you put on your face. Know where to place the vents In order for you to breathe properly in your […]
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Home Remodeling: Living Room Expansion
When it comes to space, we will do everything it takes in order to make use of it. But there are some people who love to have a huge space in their houses. And if you own a small house, you can decide between expanding your space or make it look spacious. There are a lot of home remodeling architects that can help you in expanding your space. And if you only want to do some illusion, there are also interior designers for you to call to help you with what to do. Our home is the only place where we get to relax and do whatever it is that we want. And we want to make sure that we are comfortable in our home. Here is a list of how to expand your living room: Use wood If you want to be closer to nature, wood is the best material to be used in your living room. It has this natural feeling that makes your room look and feels spacious no matter what size your living room is. Most especially if you make use of wood as your flooring. One type of wood that is commonly used in Asian houses is the Bamboo. This kind of wood is naturally long and durable. If you stash them together as a wall, floor, or even as a ceiling, it will always make your room look spacious. Glass Another way to embrace nature is to have a view of it. Adding glass windows can make your living room look spacious. It is nice to look beyond the four walls. And a hint of nature will make us feel as if we are looking at a painting. Even though it is just a crystal clean glass window from our living room. Mirrors Mirrors also have the ability to create an illusion of our small space living room. The bigger the mirror, the bigger the illusion it will give. And it will trick your mind as if you have a huge space in your small living room. Add a Patio It is ideal to add a patio if you have glass windows. This will make your living room look even more spacious because you have extended it outside your home. There are also different designs of patios for you to think about to match the way your indoor living room. Colors There are certain color combinations that will make your living room look spacious or tight. Most of the light colors have the ability to expand the look of your room. And if you want to have a few dark colors, you should choose the right combination in order for it to blend according to the way you want it to be. Rugs Rug placements and sizes also matter. There is a lot of purpose of rugs. One of it is to divide the space in a certain room, and the other is to keep the furniture in its place and so much more. Which is why choosing the kind of rug must match with the shape of the room and how you want your […]
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Creative Ideas for Basement Renovation
Never waste that space in your home by stacking a lot of useless materials. The common abandoned area in our home is the basement. We usually toss anything that is useless in the basement. Which makes it a waste of space. Why not get rid of these items by selling them or donating them? Allow the home remodeling architects transform your basement into a living space and allow it to function the way you want it to be. There are a lot of things that you can do with your basement. There are a lot of creative ideas that you can do with it so that this particular space will not be put to waste. Here are some creative ideas for your basement renovation. Man Cave Everyone deserves a space of their own, most especially men. Whenever they need time to relax after a long day at work, they should have an area of their own. Transforming your basement into a “man cave” will surely make the mood of your husband or any dude in your house enlightened. They can bring their friends over for beer or billiards. Or basically just hide from all the stressors. Girls Night Out Girls deserve a space of their own too. Transform your basement into a girly room. Where you can invite all your girlfriends and do a lot of girly things together. You can have your mini salon and makeup area. And if you are attending an event, you can invite them to your place and do the necessary preparations there. You can even have a minibar and toss a lot of pillows for a fun night out at your very own home. Hide Out A simple additional living room can be a perfect hideout. Instead of stashing all the useless things in your basement, transform your basement into a hideout. Where you can make use of it as a living room and a bar at the same time. Family/Entertainment/Game Room A family room is the best idea when it comes to making use of the space in your basement. It also serves as an entertainment area because it is where you get to install that projector and LCD screen or a huge television. Watch movies with your family and friends in the comfort of your home. You can also place all of the board games that you have. If you are a video gamer, you can install all of your console games in this room so that you can invite your friends and just hang out while playing the different kinds of games that you have. Which gives you a lot of options on what to do. Kids’ Playroom Kids tend to clutter all around your house. Most especially if they are still at the age of one to five years old. If you want to have a designated area where they can mess around, you can always have a playroom. It will be then easier for you to clean up the toys that are lying around. And you will no longer have to worry if you accidentally step on one of […]
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Home Space Expanding Benefits
Our home is the best place to relax, we get to do whatever it is that we can do to make us feel comfortable. After a long day at work, we don’t want to do anything except to sit down and relax in our own space. But what if you are living in a tight space kind of a home? Expand your walls so that you will be able to breathe properly and this is for you to move freely. This can be a fun project for you to set. Adding another space for you and your family to live in and create new memories. In order for it to go well, hiring home remodeling architects can make everything easier for you. They will help you in measuring the right measurements for the right amount of space that you need. Here are the reasons why having an additional space to your home can give you good benefits. More space to move The more space that you have, the more movements you can do. What can you do with a small space, right? It is also healthy for you as a person because you get to move around and perspire. And perspiration is good for the body as we already know. It releases the unwanted toxins from our body in order for us to be healthy. More space to exercise Having enough space for you to move means you can also do different kinds of exercises. You can do yoga, pilates, and even dance. All these activities can be done in an area where you can move freely in an open space. It is also a fun and exciting activity for you and your family to do together as well. It is also one of the many ways you can keep yourself and your family live a healthy lifestyle. Safe for kids to play around Kids are known to have high energy. They get to run as fast as they can and play as much as they want. With the benefit of a big space in our home, they will be able to move their entire body and enhance their motor skills. You will no longer have to worry about any kinds of bumps or accidents because you have an entire floor area or space for them to run around. It is also nice to have a specific area for your kids to play with their friends. Gathers the family together A spacious home can make every member of our family comfortable. Bonding in a certain area in our house can strengthen the relationship with our family. There are different things that you can do together as a family if you have enough space to move. Comfortable to live in If you want to live comfortably, having a spacious area can help you organize the things that you own. You get to have different kinds of pieces of furniture and other accessories that you want to add to your home. Another thing about the spacious space living is that it can help calm your mind down. Having a spacious home can […]
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