When you feel you've outgrown your space, it's time to make a decision: Home Remodel or Total Relocation? Over the years, we have found most clients are able to make the changes they need by staying put and re-thinking the layout and function of their living space. It's amazing how a little reconfiguring and updating can completely transform the look, feel and function of a home.
For a homeowner, choosing appliances for your Chicago kitchen remodel is all about looks and function. For those of us who design and build kitchen remodels, the make/model of your appliance selections are about much more than looks and performance. The size and shape of your appliances, as well as their utility requirements, affect your overall kitchen design in multiple ways.
In the beginning, the terms "accessible design" or "universal design" became marginalized to mean "designs for the old and/or infirmed". Nowadays, universal design principles are touted by some of the most prestigious architects and designers in the nation. Why? Because they realize the value of designing homes that are automatically built for accessibility.
Universal design, also called accessible design, is becoming quite the buzzword in the design-build industry these days. What started as a part of the Americans with Disabilities Act has blossomed into a design tenet that accommodates all. A universal design ensures anyone who enters your home will feel comfortable and can navigate it with ease. Plus, an accessible home appeals to a larger population of the resale market, which can increase your home's value.
Many times people think that they need to start the process of remodeling their kitchen with an architect in order to design their new space. Did you know that the process can actually be started with a kitchen designer? Starting the process with a kitchen designer for your remodel means saving money right off the bat. With an architect you are immediately pulling out the checkbook for something you typically can end up getting for free. Why not start your kitchen renovation by searching out the right kitchen designer?
There are a wide range of cabinet design options out there and each of them has their own place in various kitchen design styles. For example, you'll rarely see a glossy, exotic wood veneer in a traditional country kitchen, nor will you often come across white raised panel cabinets in a contemporary kitchen design. If you're deciding what custom cabinetry style will suit your kitchen remodel, the following guidelines can help.
Powder rooms offer an opportunity to pack a powerful design punch in a small space. If you are planning to remodel your powder room, we recommend choosing a vanity and sink that makes a statement. There are so many different sink designs to choose from and the right selections will help to add style and interest to your design.
When it comes to kitchen and bath remodeling in Chicago, you have a lot of options. You can do some of the work of designing and selecting yourself and then hire a contractor. You can hire an interior decorator who can facilitate relationships with contractors and vendors. Or, you can go ahead and do yourself a favor by hiring a full-service design firm that makes the process as simple and cost-efficient as possible from start to finish.
The number one question Kitchen designers and contractors get asked is how much does a kitchen remodel or renovation cost? It is kind of like asking a car salesman how much does a car cost. It isn’t a quick easy answer to just throw out, here’s why…there are a wide range of prices depending on the model, amenities and upgrades. It is the same when it comes to a kitchen remodel. For example, the type of cabinetry you select can have a big impact on the bottom line. The difference from one type of cabinet to the next could be as much as 25-30%.
Kitchens & Baths Unlimited has been remodeling and designing kitchens in Highland Park for the last 30 years. When it comes to kitchen remodeling, Highland Park has a predominantly contemporary audience. The attraction to a clean, sleek and streamlined look is definitely a popular trend in this North Shore community. This is not to say that homeowners in Highland Park don’t like a little detail. Maybe a kitchen cabinet door style for instance, that lends itself to being a little more transitional. Either way you look at it, contemporary or transitional, a new kitchen remodel and design will increase the value of your home and help when it comes time to sell.
