Interview With a Contractor…
Q: I want to hire someone to do renovations on my home. What are some questions I should ask?
A: Here are a few really good questions that come to mind:
TRENDING—Coastal Console & Coffee Tables
FEATURE FRIDAY—Trending—Coastal Console & Coffee Tables 🔥
Driftwood, teak, sea grass and rattan styles have coastal written all over them. They are really on trend right now and the perfect combo of coastal, classy, clean, comfy and chic!
Scroll through the images to see these tables used in real life…
Paint Sheen—What is it? Why does it matter?
Q: I’m painting my house and its taken me a while to pick a color, now I have to pick a sheen? Help!!!
A: This is a great question, and I'm here to help!
If you’re looking to freshen up the interior of your home, you likely have the question—what is paint sheen?
The paint industry has technical measurements for reflectivity and the ratio of resins to pigments, but in its basic form, sheen refers to the shininess of the paint. The higher the luster, the more light reflects off the surface of the paint.
For a detailed explanation on how to pick a sheen...
Seeing Double? Kitchen Faucets, that is…
Q: Recently, I’ve seen some BIG lol kitchen sinks have 2 faucets of the same size and design. Is this a new trend?
A: This is a small trend going on for those with especially LARGE sinks.
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Are You Down with Down?
Q: What is the best filling for a sofa?
A: Well, there are 3 main types of filling--down (also known as feather), foam, and a combo of both foam and down.
The choice of which one depends on your preference for the feel and look of your furniture. Do you like a more casual or tailored look? Do you want a more soft or firm feel? Do you want easy maintenance? Are you vegan? Also, do you have allergies?
These questions are important in determining which type of core filling for your furniture would be best for you.
For more info and to see some examples...
“I Got My Mind On My Money And My ‘Reno’ On My Mind”
Q&A—‘Payments’ from “7 Realistic Expectations During Construction”
Good communication and clear expectations are needed between both client and Designer/Contractor throughout the project. Especially regarding payments and what’s due when and why.
Why?
Remodel Reminder—A Home Is Only As Good As It’s Foundation
Q&A—‘Remodeled But Not New’ from “7 Realistic Expectations During Construction”
Good communication and clear expectations are needed between both client and Designer/Contractor throughout the project. Especially regarding renovations to existing structures.
Why?
Design 101—Modern Farmhouse Master Bath & Laundry Idea
FEATURE FRIDAY—This is bathroom design for a client (last weeks Facelift Friday—Before & After) and these are most of the items chosen in the final packet.
To find out more…
Clean & Construction—Can These Words Go Together?
Q&A—‘Pardon The Dust’ from “7 Realistic Expectations During Construction”
Good communication and clear expectations are needed between both client and Designer/Contractor throughout the project. Especially regarding when it comes to construction dust and what level of clean to expect.
Why?
Ready or Not, Here We—Ask To Use
Q&A—‘Available To Use But Not Finished’ from “7 Realistic Expectations During Construction”
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Good communication and clear expectations are needed between both client and Designer/Contractor throughout the project. Especially regarding spaces and whether or not they are finished and/or available for use.
Why?
TRENDING: Sofa King Hot—Whites & Neutrals
FEATURE FRIDAY—Trending—White & Neutral Sofas🔥
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These White & Neutral Sofa styles are classic & really on trend right now.
They are the perfect combo of coastal, classy, clean, comfy and chic!
Scroll through the images below to see these sofas used in real life.
‘Quiet On The Site’—Why Construction Sites Have Off Days
Q&A—‘Job Site Off Days’ from “7 Realistic Expectations During Construction”
Good communication and clear expectations are needed between both client and Designer/Contractor throughout the project. Especially regarding Job Site Off Days.
Why?
Keep Erasers on Standby—Construction Timelines
Q&A—‘Timeline’ from “7 Realistic Expectations During Construction”
Good communication and clear expectations are needed between both client and Designer/Contractor throughout the project. Especially regarding timelines.
Why?
Design 101—Master Bathroom Idea
This is a previous master Bathroom design for a client and these are just some of the items chosen in the final packet.
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Does the ‘Buck’ Stop Here?— Construction Money Realities
Q&A—‘Estimates & Prices’
We’ve recently produced a trifold “7 Realistic Expectations During Construction” that is given to all of our clients at the beginning of our project. To inform, educate and provide practical info about what to expect.
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TRENDING—Geometric Black Tiles
These Geometric Black Tiles are really on trend right now. Many of them give off an M.C. Escher illusionist & Bridget Riley Pop Art vibe.
They are mathematical, moody, dramatic, and offer a depth of swagger and class.
Scroll through the images below to see these tiles used in real life.
‘Barkitechture’ is anything but Ruff…
Q: We view our dogs like our children, how can they be more included in the design of our home?
A: Our pets are part of the family & since they live indoors it only makes sense to include them in our interior spaces.
Here are some Pet-Friendly design trends:
Design 101—Open Shelves vs Cabinets
Q&A—Q: I notice lots of open shelving in kitchens today. Are open shelves in a kitchen a good idea?
A: Great question! The answer depends largely on your needs. Here’s a quick pros & cons list for open shelving…
Is Under-Cabinet Lighting A Bright Idea?
Q: I’m currently doing a remodel, is under-cabinet lighting worth it?
A: Well, it’s not necessary in a remodel. But it is a nice (affordable) luxury depending on the type you choose. And can really add beautiful accent lighting to your kitchen.
The most common 5 options are below (low end to high end):
* ‘old school’ plug-in fluorescent lamp strips
* battery operated hockey pucks
* plug-in LED tape & strips
* hardwired LED bars
* hardwired lighted power strips