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Reward Yourself With A Closet Makeover

August 16, 2018

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

August 6, 2018

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

July 31, 2018

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

July 21, 2018

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

July 8, 2018

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

June 30, 2018

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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Things to Know When Hiring An Architect For Home Addition and Remodeling

June 13, 2018

If you are planning to have a part of your home remodeled or you want to add something to your home, you will need the best home remodeling architects that you can get. If you want to get that job done, you will need the help of an expert so that everything will work flawlessly. It takes a lot of planning when it comes to building a home addition. You will need all the expert help to get the measurements right and be able to make sure that nothing goes wrong. And whenever you decide to hire an architect, there are also some things that you need to know about. Here are some tips for looking for that perfect architect who can help you build that additional space in your home. Experience A great architect has experienced different kinds of challenges. And they were able to do something with the challenges that they have encountered. Which makes them good at the work that they are doing. Nothing is better than learning from the different kinds of experiences in life. It molds us into who we are today. Which is why it is best to trust an architect who has a lot of experiences. Get an architect who is versatile as well. So that whatever you want to be constructed, they will be able to give the right design and for you to be satisfied immediately. Great portfolio Before hiring, an architect makes sure to see their portfolio of projects. Or better yet you go to the finished building or structure that they have made. Architects are artists who are great at constructing different buildings and other structures. If they are proud enough to show off their portfolio, then you are on a good path. Can fit your budget Hiring an architect is not just hiring somebody to draw something for you. They also have a lot of people who are involved. Which is why hiring an architect is also like hiring the architect and his friends. Set a certain amount of budget and find an architect that can compromise with the amount that you have in mind. A little bit of negotiation is fine so that both parties will be satisfied. Gives you great pieces of advice The best architect will never let you down. They will be giving you pieces of advice to make sure that you will be able to get the right structure that you want to have. They are expert and have enough experiences to give you an advice on what is best for you and what is to be constructed. Following their advice will guarantee you a great quality service. Highly recommended If you are unsure of who you want to hire, go for the one who is highly recommended by your family and friends. They are already famous enough because of the great quality of work that they give their clients. Also, a highly recommended architect will always do their best to make sure that their clients will be happy with what they gave them. A satisfactory design of their proposed building set-up and […]

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Home Remodeling: The Illusion of The Small Space into a Big One

June 5, 2018

If you are tired of that small space in your home, you can always remodel. Condominiums are popular because of their small space living. But if you want to have a little bit of enhancement, you can always have a condo remodeling project. Small spaces can now look big if you hire the best architect or even just by yourself if you are the kind of a person who loves to do DIY projects. It doesn’t matter if you are living alone or if you are living with your family, you can always find a way to tweak your small space and for it to look bigger. There are a lot of ideas for you to choose from in making your small space look big. Below are some of the many ways you can do to make your tiny space look spacious. Ceiling Paint To make our rooms look taller, it is best to add a little bit of paint on the ceiling. You can also add some painted designs like flowers, stars, clouds, and others. This can give an illusion to your room to look tall. If you are tired to paint, you can always make use of a wallpaper. And add a bit of art and crafts of your choice to add more design to your small space Mirrors Mirrors have the illusion to make your small space look bigger. It can sometimes fool you and make you think that it is a window. But in fact, it is just a reflection of what is already in the room. Proper arrangement of mirrors will enhance the way your space looks.  You can always pick whatever mirror you want to have and hang it appropriately to where you think it will sit best. You can also make use of small mirrors and arrange them and have a little bit of art and let its design to float within the room. Wall and Floor Colors Light colors will make the small space look cozy. It will make the room look inviting and worth living. Even if space is small, you will be sure that you can stay comfortable no matter what time it is. Pick a color scheme that you know that will make you feel comfortable. As long as the scheme will not irritate your eyesight and allow you to sit and relax after a long day in school or work. Multi-purpose Storage We know that multi-purpose items will always save space. You can make use of this in your condominium and have everything in one small space and yet you can still gain access to them easily. There are a lot of multi-purpose storages for you to have. From a bed to a table they have a lot of tricks under their sleeves. This can save up space in your tight room and allow you to do add some necessary pieces of furniture to your room to look good. High Shelves High shelves will make your ceiling look taller. Because you will be forced to look up and check whatever it is on the shelf. And from afar, the […]

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Home Addition Design Tips and Things to Do

May 21, 2018

Ever thought of extending your home? And add another part of your home to create more memories with. Sometimes we have this tendency to extend the area of our homes so that we will have more space or have more rooms. And we sometimes add or construct another house in our backyard. Home addition design can help us draft the kind of home addition that we want. There are a lot of ideas for us to choose from. And choosing the right one can be a little bit tricky, There are some things that we need to consider in building that additional home within our own home. Here are some tips and the things you need to do before constructing that additional area to your home. Know what you need Before everything else, you should know what you need. A home addition is not an easy thing to do. It takes a lot of time and planning. If you feel that there is something lacking in your home, that is the time when you will be constructing or have an additional area to your home. If you can see that you need an extra guest house or guest room you can have it as a home addition project. Or if you want to extend your garage or your entertainment area, this can be a part of your home addition project. It will always depend on what kind of space that you need. Plan the design There are a lot of architects who are great with home addition construction. They can help you plan out the design that you want and can advise you on what kind of materials you will be using. Right after you decided on what you want, you can always keep in touch with an architect to help you with the design. They can also help you with the flooring design and the right measurements of the home addition that is suitable for the amount of space that you have for your additional home design. Budget Once you have predicted or have seen what kind of additional home space that you need, its time to think about the costing. Home addition project requires money. Canvas for the right materials that you will be needing that can fit within your budget. Becuase it is constructing an additional part of your home. And this will also require the necessary permits and other legal documents that will allow you to construct another building or extension to your home. Hire a professional Hiring a professional to construct the additional part of your home will make things fast and easier. You will no longer have to spend too much time stressing about the construction when you hire a professional. Just hire a professional who has a lot of experience in home addition to making sure that you will be on track. Speak to your neighbors Since construction will require time and a little bit of noise, it is best to speak to your neighbors. This is for them to be aware of what is happening. Setting a timeline of construction will help you […]

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Store Renovation Tips and Advises

May 9, 2018

From time to time different establishments renovates their own space. This is to entice customers to check out their products. The more approachable a store is, the more customers will come. If you are thinking of remodeling your store, retail store contractors are always there to help you with what you need. From the designing to the constriction, you will surely be in great hands. Retail remodel is one of the trickiest tasks that a store owner must do. The design must be accurate and be able to catch everyone’s attention. The way a store will look will always manage its way to invite customers to come it. It must have a display and a presentation that can make everyone curious and will let themselves in. Here are some tips and a few advises for you to consider if you are thinking about renovating or remodeling your retail store. Advance planning When it comes to remodeling, planning what you want is a must. This will allow you to think about the different things that you will need during the construction. It will also give you enough time to get a concept for your store. Find expert help If you are not confident with your carpentry and construction skills, you can always seek help from professionals. There are a lot of builders can help you with the construction of your store. It doesn’t matter whether it is remodeling or remaking your store. They will give you advises on what kind of material is good for a certain area. They can also give you package services to ensure that your retail store will be in good shape. As long as you will get professional help, you are in good hands. Timetable Once you have planned everything out, from the materials to the design, make a timetable. Coordinate with your contractor and let him see what he can do in a certain amount of time you gave. Plot out the things that they will finish on a certain day. This can help in organizing and prioritizing the things that you want to finish. Know what you want You are the owner of that retail store. And whatever ideas you have must be the one that you will get. But with a help of an expert advice, you will get a great quality service of the kind of set up that you want. Finalize on the structures and the way you want it to be. Instruct what you want Tell the contractor to do what you want. If they give advises, it is good for you to somewhat follow them. They have the experience, but you have the idea and the concept of what you want. Constant monitoring during the construction is a must. This will make the contractors and the builders do their job. Presentation and Marketing The presentation of a retail store will always be the reason why people get curious. If it is eye-catching, it will be easier for you to get the attention of customers. It is a simple marketing strategy. Marketing the new and improved location will always make […]

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