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What Costs Go Into a Chicago Area Master Bathroom Remodel?

Ron Nanberg | Thu, Oct 9, 2014 | Bathroom Remodeling

reisners_bathroomHave you decided to bite the bullet and proceed with your master bathroom remodel? Good for you. At the very least, you can enjoy a master bathroom that is in alignment with the times (no more olive green 4x4 tiles). At the very most, you can take a deep breath and enjoy the relaxing effects of body sprayers and a steam shower at the end of a long day.

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How to Choose the Best Cabinets for Your Chicago Kitchen Remodel

Ron Nanberg | Wed, Oct 8, 2014 |

Chicago Kitchen RemodelCabinets come in an infinite array of colors and styles but each one lends itself to a particular design motif: traditional, transitional or modern. Knowing which of these is the most "you" will help you select the best cabinets for your North Shore kitchen remodeling project.

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Kitchen Remodeling: Choosing Hardware for Your Contemporary Design

Ron Nanberg | Tue, Sep 30, 2014 | Kitchen Remodeling

Sometimes our Chicago area clients are so caught up in the big decisions for their modern kitchen remodeling project - like countertops, cabinets and paint colors - they forget about the little details that make the design complete. Cabinet hardware is one of these details and it's important to select hardware that adds to your kitchens style, whether it be contemporary, transitional or traditional.

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Kitchen Remodeler: Things to Ask a Contractor Prior to Starting the Job

Ron Nanberg | Fri, Sep 26, 2014 |

Rogers3-039490-editedWe understand the excitement of selecting the upgrades, fixture and finish options for a kitchen renovation in the Northshore. However, the most important decision you will make has nothing to do with the aesthetics at all; the most important decision is regarding the kitchen remodeler you choose to get the job done in the first place.Then, all the other aspects of your remodel - looks, function and flow - will all fall into place.

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5 Things to Consider Before Starting a Chicago Bathroom Remodel

Ron Nanberg | Mon, Sep 22, 2014 | Bathroom Remodeling

Chicago Bathroom Remodeling"Should it stay or should it go?" This is often one of the hardest parts about planning a bathroom remodel. Then there are questions regarding aesthetics, function and flow - all of which must be in balance. Finally, it's good to think about what life will be like, in terms of maintenance, once the construction crew finishes and you're left with your gorgeous new bathroom.

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Are You Planning a Kitchen Remodel? Start With These 6 Questions

Ron Nanberg | Tue, Sep 16, 2014 | Kitchen Remodeling

Planning a Kitchen RemodelDeciding you want to move forward with a kitchen renovation is the easy part; doing it requires more energy and time than most of our clients realize. That's because the actual build-out is the most straightforward part of the remodeling process.

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Kosher Kitchen Design Ideas for the Smaller Kitchen

Kosher_Kitchen_Design_TipsIf you have the space and the budget, kosher kitchen design is a cinch. Some families opt to have two separate kitchens, others have two kitchens in one. But what happens when you don't have the space and need to keep a kosher kitchen? Don't despair. There are plenty of tips and tricks for keeping small condo and townhouse kitchens kosher, all it requires is a little more planning and the right professional kitchen designer.

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Kitchen Remodeling: Trending Ideas for Kitchen Flooring

Ron Nanberg | Mon, Sep 8, 2014 | Kitchen Remodeling

Kitchen_Remodeling_Concrete_FlooringWe spend quite a bit of time talking about the finishes that will make your Chicago kitchen model really stand out. Usually, these finishes are the ones above ground, like the cabinetry, countertops, appliances and lighting fixtures. However, your flooring is also an integral part of your design, and with so many options available, we thought we'd talk a bit about flooring choices trending for kitchen remodeling.

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What Does It Mean to Have An Organic Kitchen Design?

Organic_Kitchen_DesignWe see the word Organic splashed around every which way these days. It makes sense for food products, but what does it mean in the world of design? For example, what does the term "Organic Kitchen Design" really mean? Certainly the products aren't Certified Organic, so where do organic design principles start and stop?

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6 Tips for the Best Laundry Room Remodel Ever

Ron Nanberg | Tue, Sep 2, 2014 | laundry room remodel

Laundry Room RemodelYour kitchen is looking spiffy, your spa-like bathroom is a nightly destination and now it's time to tackle the laundry room. We've written plenty on ways to go about a laundry room remodel you'll love. Now, we're going to offer up some of those extra improvements that will take your North Shore, Chicago laundry room remodel over the top.

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