Remodeling

The 2021 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com) is out and there are some interesting trends here in the Philadelphia area.

When contemplating a kitchen remodel, sometimes that hardest step is knowing where to start. In our experience, the best way to start is with a checklist. It’s a great way to remember what you want (and don’t want) from your new kitchen and helps avoid costly surprises. It really comes in handy when you begin the process with our designers. So, if you are considering a kitchen remodel, here are some suggestions as to where to begin.

The bathroom may not be the first place you think about when considering smart tech for your home, but there are some innovative new products out there that will soon be must-haves in the modern home.

Gone are the days where we received guests in the formal living room and darted off to the kitchen to retrieve drinks and hors devours. Nowadays, meeting with friends is much more informal and the kitchen is the preferred gathering place.

We are proud to announce that The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) has recognized LBK Design Build with four CotY awards

I am always hesitant to discuss trends because so many come and go so quickly that they become cliché and dated in just a matter of years. But here are a couple of shower and bathroom remodeling trends for 2022 that I think will last.

When we help clients design their kitchen, selecting a countertop is inevitably the decision that takes the most time and causes the most angst for the homeowner. There a so many different materials, styles, and price ranges to consider that it becomes overwhelming. So, one of the first things our designers do to help is to educate the homeowner on the different countertop materials available.

We are often asked which is better in terms of value: upgrading just a kitchen or a bath or doing a major renovation of the entire house? There is no stock answer because every homeowner’s situation is unique. So, instead of getting into all the variables, let’s focus on the one question that most homeowners don’t consider: “How does your home compare to housing expectations in your neighborhood?”