Alair Decatur renovated a 1920s home in Oakhurst, Ga., preserving its historic charm while creating a modern, spacious layout. The whole-home remodel won the 2026 NARI Southeast Regional Remodeler of the Year Award for Best Residential Interior with a budget over $500,000. With an 18-month competition time, the original front of the home retains much of its original layout and massing. However, the dining, kitchen and family rooms in the home were opened up to bring more light inside. Upstairs, an addition above the home’s porch attic allowed the builder…
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Remodel of the Week: Watermark Builders
In this kitchen remodel, Watermark Builders blended form and functionality, designing the space for a seamless combination of daily use and entertainment. The builder extended the L-shaped cabinetry to nearly triple the original storage space, while relocating the sink to center it beneath a larger window. Framed by elegant farmhouse pendant lights, the new layout enhances natural light and symmetry. Countertop-to-ceiling cabinets anchor the space visually while improving accessibility for the homeowners. A backsplash of glazed ceramic tile adds a hint of sparkle, contrasting beautifully with matte finishes throughout. Soft white…
Read MoreRemodel of the Week: Kismet Reimagined
In Portland, Ore., Mountainwood Homes revitalized a well-loved 40-year-old-home with an uncomfortable kitchen layout and dated design throughout. The team completed this whole-home renovation, Kismet Reimagined, by adding a pacific northwest moody flair, while honoring the home’s original elements that complemented daily life. On the cosmetic side, the Mountainwood team thoughtfully integrated new terrazzo tile, flooring, walnut cabinetry and wallpaper in rich natural hues. The kitchen received upgraded designer appliances and a reconfiguration of the island, removing the sink for function and adding seating for entertainment. The new home is…
Read MoreRemodel of the Week: Story Hill Renovations
Story Hill Renovations modernized a 1930s Tudor home, while still preserving its historic charm. The whole home remodel began with the first floor, which was fully renovated to support the client’s empty-nester lifestyle. The goal was to improve flow, accessibility and everyday comfort. The renovator replaced the existing peninsula with a central island, converting the sunroom into a light-filled dining space and introducing a layout ideal for entertaining. Historic materials and details anchor the space, including black-and-white checkered flooring, red oak custom inset cabinetry and a classic subway tile backsplash.…
Read MoreRemodel of the Week: KBF Design Gallery
KBF Design Gallery renovated the Mount Dora Home in Florida, reimagining the previously outdated space into a bright and cohesive home tailored for everyday living and entertaining. The company opened up the original kitchen, which had heavy cabinetry, limited lighting and segmented flow, to create a seamless connection with the living and dining areas. The result is a light-filled central hub featuring improved sight lines, enhanced functionality and a welcoming atmosphere perfect for gathering. Throughout the home, outdated finishes and fixtures were replaced with fresh, contemporary elements that elevate both…
Read MoreRemodel of the Week: Ben Quie & Sons
Minnesota-based Ben Quie & Sons brought a traditional, historic bathroom into the 21st century while still preserving its classic charm. The original footprint created a series of constraints that limited how the space could function. By removing the oversized tub, the builder was able to shift the shower into a more intentional location and tuck the toilet away, giving the layout a clearer sense of order and privacy. Replacing the heavily contrasted palette with a simplified one, as well as natural materials, allowed finishes to work with the light, rather than…
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Read MoreRemodel of the week: Modern lakehouse
First constructed in 1991, this lakehouse renovation from Simonini Homes delivered by inviting indoor outdoor living and increasing connectivity. The renovation required intuitive design to create an open floor plan, allowing for ease of movement for entertainment across the kitchen and living areas. Simonini Homes began in 1973, boasting over 50 years of building experience. The renovations division founded in 2001, with a goal of treating renovations with the same quality and care as new builds. In 2006, Simonini was named National Builder of the Year by the National Association…
Read MoreRemodel of the Week: Block Renovation
Block Renovation reimagined the interior of a 1960s Ranch House. Based in Brooklyn, N.Y., the renovation studio preserved the home’s single-story flow, generous lot size and straightforward floor plan built for everyday living. Instead, the studio replaced outdated and worn designs with fresh materials to breathe new life into the project. One of the most prominent upgrades in the projects was removing the wall separating the kitchen from the dining room to open up both spaces, allowing for more natural light. The studio also replaced fluorescent ceiling fixtures with recessed,…
Read MoreRemodel of the Week: Aaron Gordon Construction, Inc.
Aaron Gordon Construction, Inc. transformed a 1,200-square-foot row house in San Francisco, Calif., into a three-story, contemporary home. The company began a full rebuild, which began with excavating 10 feet below grade to create a new sub-grade garage and expanded footprint. The interior was fully reimagined to recalibrate light, structure and flow. Steel bi-fold doors, a rooftop hot tub off the primary suite and a rope floor in the kids’ room mark moments where heavy construction meets craft and play. Read More Photo Credit: Aaron Gordon Construction, Inc.
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