This 100-year-old home needed a new front entry. The owner wanted a modern twist on a classic home. The entry looks over a beautifully manicured landscape nestled quietly in a prominent suburban community. The original entry did not take advantage of this view or the property. Read More
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Navigating Regulations and Permits: Top Five Tips for Remodelers
While adhering to regulations and obtaining permits can be a time-consuming process, the benefits far outweigh the inconveniences for remodelers and their projects. Here are five essential considerations for managing regulations and permits. Read More
Read MoreProject Spotlight: Van Wezel Estate – Kitchen
The mission of this project was to resurrect this space, which had previously fallen victim to subpar renovation while paying homage to the home’s historical significance and architectural heritage. The design approach skillfully marries the old and the new. The kitchen now boasts state-of-the-art appliances, including a rotisserie, and modern amenities, ensuring functionality for contemporary living. Simultaneously, it retains the charm and elegance befitting this historic residence. Read More
Read MoreA Turn to Growth Expected for Residential Remodeling
After a mild pullback over the previous year, spending for improvements and repairs on owner-occupied homes is set to expand once again by the middle of next year, according to our latest Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA). The LIRA projects that annual expenditures for home renovation and maintenance will grow by 1.2 percent through the third quarter of 2025. Read More
Read MoreWinning Client Trust: Four Key Strategies for Remodelers
For remodeling professionals, building trust is an essential part of the job. Trust enhances relationships with clients, ensures successful project outcomes, and promotes ongoing business referrals and success. Here are four strategies you can use to build trust and enhance client satisfaction. Read More
Read MoreProject of the Week: Grosse Ile Restoration
This roughly 100-year-old residence experienced a fire as a result of one deteriorated brick in one of the original fireplaces. The whole house was deluged with water; extensive internal damage needed to be carefully restored along with correcting some unfortunate prior renovations. Read More
Read MoreHome Remodeling Statistics and Trends of 2024
Eco-home remodeling effectively achieves a range of global goals, like addressing climate change, creating sustainable and thriving communities, and driving economic growth. Sure, these sound grandiose, but homeowners also have immediate advantages, such as reduced energy bills, tax deductions, and saving the planet, according to Zenith. Read more
Read MoreNKBA’s VFTI Conference at KBIS 2025 offers a powerful array of CEU-qualified learning sessions.
Subject Matter Experts will conduct more than 70 sessions for the upcoming edition, Feb. 25 to 27 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Seminars and workshops are organized into six tracks: Building & Remodeling, Design, Hot Topics, K&B Trends, Leadership & Management, and Marketing. KBIS attendees may purchase a package including the Expo pass plus a conference pass for all on-site VFTI presentations and unlimited access to on-demand sessions throughout 2025. All sessions are CEU-qualified. Read More
Read MoreWhat Americans Are Planning To Spend on Home Renovations in 2025 — Is It Too Much?
The COVID-19 pandemic ushered in widespread lockdowns across the country. All of a sudden, many people were spending more time in their homes than ever before. In fact, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of people primarily working from home tripled between 2019 and 2021. The result? A wave of increased home renovations in an effort to make spaces more functional and comfortable, according to GOBankingRates. Read More
Read MoreWho Hires Pros and How Much Are They Spending to Complete Those DIFM Projects in 2024?
Homeowners rely heavily on professional services for ongoing maintenance and repair tasks with many opting for DIFM (Do It For Me) projects due to a lack of tools, skills, or time. Demographically, four key homeowner segments regularly hire professionals: affluent young homeowners, affluent middle-aged homeowners, middle-income seniors and low-income seniors. According to the Home Improvement Research Institute, these groups invest significantly in DIFM projects, particularly for tasks like roof repairs and plumbing. Remodelers can capitalize on this by offering service plans and warranties to push through homeowners’ concerns about cost…
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