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Summer bathroom remodeling trends

July 8, 2026 Taylor Moore

Summer is the prime season for renovations. As the temperature rises outside, homeowners begin to turn their attention to their interiors. The bathroom is one of the most used spaces in a home and clients are looking for spaces that are stylish, easy to live with and designed around everyday routines. Walk-in showers remain one of the most requested bathroom features in renovations. A walk-in shower can make the room feel more spacious, especially when paired with large-format tiles and clear glass screens. For homeowners looking ahead, they can also…

Remodel of the Week: Highland Ridge Remodeling

July 8, 2026 Taylor Moore

Highland Ridge Remodeling turned an underused dining room into a comfortable, luxurious primary suite and renovated the main bathroom to improve comfort and functionality. Located in Milwaukie, Ore., the project features thoughtful renovations designed for longevity. Like many homes that have been well-loved over time, the clients’ layout began to feel less practical for the way they wanted to live moving forward. Their primary bedroom was upstairs and getting more difficult to access. Rather than relocate, the clients and builder turned their attention to the dining room, which was rarely…

Remodel of the Week: Blackdog Builders

July 8, 2026 Taylor Moore

Blackdog Builders gave a second life to this kitchen in this 1970s home. Located in Hollis, New Hampshire, the original layout felt undersized, lacked natural light and failed to make the most of the peaceful, tree-lined views beyond the windows. The goal was not to overhaul the house, but to create a space that felt intentional, functional and in harmony with the setting, while working within the constraints of the existing structure. Rather than building outward to disrupt the home’s clean lines, the solution came from rethinking what already existed;…

Pool trends that are transforming backyard living

July 1, 2026 Taylor Moore

The backyard pool has evolved from a simple place to cool off into something far more sophisticated. Today’s homeowners envision their pools as complete outdoor living destinations that deserve the same amount of care as the inside of a home. This transformation reflects broader lifestyle shifts: the desire to maximize home value, create resort-quality experiences at home and integrate technology into every aspect of daily life. Traditional pool designs used to rely on an all-or-nothing experience, meaning a person was either submerged in water or completely out of the water.…

Coastal design is taking over summer renovations

July 1, 2026July 1, 2026 Taylor Moore

South Florida homeowners are renovating their spaces to feel like luxury resorts that they can enjoy every day. They want spaces that encourage slowing down, spending more time outdoors and creating a seamless connection between the coastal environment and their homes. Coastal design, which captures all of those elements, is the latest summer trend reshaping clients’ interior spaces. Coastal design is an aesthetic inspired by the beach and seaside lifestyle that maximizes natural light, utilizes open spaces, blends together indoor-outdoor living and relies on an ocean-inspired color palette like soft…

Emerging kitchen design trends

July 1, 2026 Taylor Moore

Kitchen design trends are constantly evolving. The following designs are expected to take over kitchen renovations, replacing previous looks and features that are now considered dated, according to interior designers. Industrial-style kitchens featuring endless swaths of stainless steel no longer hold the power they once did. Instead, kitchen design trends are shifting towards spaces that feel lived-in rather than spotless. “Country kitchens are less about chasing perfection and more about creating spaces that feel genuinely lived-in,” said Tanya Smith-Shiflett, interior designer at Unique Kitchens & Baths. Recessed lights will be…

Bathroom upgrades prioritize comfort

July 1, 2026 Taylor Moore

Bathrooms may be among the smallest rooms in the house, but in 2026, they are the site of some of the year’s biggest design statements. Once treated purely as functional spaces, the bathroom has been reimagined as a place that fosters comfort and longevity. From tile selections to technology that quietly enhances everyday routines, the latest wave of bathroom trends prioritizes comfort as much as beautiful design. Rather than just a utilitarian background choice, tile will start to act more like artwork in bathrooms. According to Lauren Saab, interior designer…

Remodel of the Week: CGandS Design-Build

July 1, 2026 Taylor Moore

CGandS Design-Build knew this Austin, Texas, whole-home remodel would be a challenge since the project had already been renovated twice. The project did not start with a master plan, but rather with creating solutions to individual issues in the home. As the remodeler underwent construction, the entire renovation’s cohesive design fell into place. The original home had terracotta tile floors in most rooms, heavy mahogany trim and cabinetry and yellow painted walls. The original, dark design failed to take advantage of the outdoor skyline view. To bring more natural light…

Remodel of the Week: Plain View Design + Build

July 1, 2026 Taylor Moore

Plain View Design + Build preserved the 1970’s historic charm of the Clairmont Haus in this whole-home remodel. The original owner built and lived in the home for 40 years before it was sold. The new homeowners wanted to preserve the architectural mastery of the Bismarck, North Dakota, home. The unique angles of the star- shaped Clairmont Haus were maintained. The overall goal for Plain View Design + Build was to maintain the initial intention of the design, which is why no major structure changes were made. The only exception…