Remodeling

In-law suites have been gaining popularity over the past few years, changing the way families think about living together. These “homes-within-the-home” provide stylish and private accommodation for in-laws, returning children, or even for visitors staying overnight or for the weekend. In-law suites can range from simple structures like garage studio apartments to larger additions that include additional master bedrooms on the first floor, refinished basements, or tiny cottages within the grounds of the main residence.

They’ve been called backyard homes, granny flats, in-law units, backyard cottages, secondary units, tiny houses, and more. Whatever you prefer to call them, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) have been creating a lot of buzz lately.

If you’ve considered adding one to your home, you should consider design elements that can make it seem larger and homier.

There are a number of tricks that homeowners can use in a kitchen remodel to make it look more expensive than it really is.

While a full kitchen remodel can be expensive, true “luxury” is in the details. And by employing a few of these ideas, you can have a fabulous kitchen without going over budget.

Do you love your home and would hate to ever move? Do you love your neighborhood and the friends you and your kids have made? Do you have a great school district that you would never leave? If you answered “Yes!” to any of these and you need more living space, then an home addition is what you are looking for. It is the best way to stay in the place you love, add square footage, and increase your home’s value when it does come time to move on.

It may only be February and the groundhog said there would be six more weeks of winter, but judging from the weather we’ve had recently, I think he was wrong. These unseasonably warm temperatures have me thinking about Spring. Even though it is still technically Winter, now is the time to plan your outdoor living projects. I recently came across some beautiful outdoor ideas that I really like and want to share them. I hope they give you inspiration for your next outdoor project.

Once you’ve decided that a full-scale luxury bathroom remodel is what you want and need, coming up with a design that is both beautiful and practical is the next step. Our designers at LBK are experts in interior design, materials, flooring, fixtures, and lighting. They have suggestions based on their experience and from reports of their customer’s satisfaction for you to consider.

There was a time where having at least one bathroom with a tub was a necessity. It was “the kids’ bathroom” and was expected in new construction. In recent years, however, the trend in bathroom renovation is to replace the tub/shower combination with a walk-in shower, especially in bathrooms with limited space. There are Pros and Cons each, so let’s look at both options so you can make an informed decision as to which is right for you and your family.

The new year is inevitably the time you will read about what’s “hot” and what’s “not” in kitchen design. What I find amusing is how often the “experts” contradict each other. I just read an article where an “expert” firmly stated that the all-white kitchen is “out” and then followed it up with another “expert” stating how all-white kitchens are here to stay. It’s no wonder that homeowners get so overwhelmed when it comes to designing their kitchen remodel!