2025 Home Design Trend: Modern Organic

The Modern Organic design trend creates an elegant blend of rustic charm with modern minimalism. This fusion produces a sleek mixture of old-school luxury and contemporary beauty through classic wood finishes and rich contrasts that make the room pop. The Modern Organic trend maximizes comfort by incorporating a soft feel that utilizes natural lighting and subtle, yet classy accents of wood and metal, resulting in this trend providing timeless value. Read More

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Surveys offer glimpse into home remodeling, improvement sentiment

Staying up to date with consumer interest is of vital importance in the remodeling industry, and luckily the National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) and the Joint Center for Housing Studies (JCHS) at Harvard University have released surveys that detail what statistically receives the most attention from homeowners pursuing renovations. NAHB survey results found a slight decrease in measures from the first quarter, especially in the western part of the country despite an overall positive sentiment among the remodeling market. Directors at Harvard’s Remodeling Futures Program also pitched in their views…

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Historic Whole-Home Remodel in Boise, Idaho

In Boise’s North End historic district, an investment of $1 million and six months of work created an impressive whole-home remodel. Remodeling  historic homes often comes with the challenge of strict preservation guidelines. However, the team at Renaissance Remodeling balanced practical and style modernization with the home’s classic character. The home renovated for functionality like weatherizing the exterior, easier access to the basement and upgraded air, electrical, and plumbing systems. The charming original fireplace and street view remained the same for early 20th century home. Renaissance Remodeling showcased an excellent…

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Remodeling Companies are Partnering with AI Technology

Home Services Plus based out of San Diego, CA, announced a new platform with AI technology that generates possible renovations before any real remodeling work starts. This is one of many building and remodeling companies who are integrating Artificial Intelligence with image rendering, customer experience, data collection and analysis. Home Services Plus in particular looks for this collaboration to be an innovation of customer experience and satisfaction. The remodeling AI technology has features to visualize remodels based off of a picture of the current home and generate multiple styles and…

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Remodel of the Week: Stunning 1907 Carriage Home

This 120-year old carriage home remodel merges historical preservation with contemporary style and functionality. Straight out of the American Gilded Age, the home is located in the Long Island Oyster Bay Cove neighborhood. While the galley kitchen layout and 12-foot ceilings posed critical design issues, a library ladder and brass rails added charm and easy access to high cabinets. The long kitchen features stunning fixtures like Arabescato Antico marble backsplash and island, a custom cooker hood and dark stone countertops. The primary bedroom and bathroom truly steal the show. The…

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Top Trends for Kitchen Remodels for 2025

Striking a balance between trend-relevant and long-lasting designs is what sets special kitchens apart when remodeling. Finding that balance involves planning not just around what is currently in the loop, but also incorporating timeless design elements that will still provide functional value decades after the remodel. Whether it’s solid surface countertop options such as quartz or marble, or wood-grained accents in tandem with contemporary, sleek cabinetry, a combination of quality choices gives homeowners more options that keep them satisfied with their remodel for many years to come. Read More

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Number of Remodeling Firms Outpaces Single-Family Builders in U.S.

An increase in the number of residential remodelers between 2017 and 2022 of 25% has widened the gap between how many remodelers there are compared to how many residential builders, according to data from the National Association of Home Builders. Further analysis seems to support that the pandemic played a role in the increase of the remodel market as a report from Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies demonstrated a dramatic rise in remodeling spending that remained above $600 billion despite leveling out after 2022. Nevertheless, some data from the…

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What is Next as The Popularity of Open Layout Kitchens is Fading

Open layout kitchens have reached their peak and consumers are looking for the next style to build around. Some are looking to combine the style with another while others are going back to traditional styles. From broken plan kitchens to back kitchens, the times are changing in favor of saving space and incorporating a sense of connectedness with the rest of the home. Read More

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Seven Home Upgrades That Just Aren’t Worth the Cost

Home upgrades can completely change the aesthetic of a home, however some may be worth less than the money and energy put into them. Promising upgrades such as skylights and outdoor kitchens appear to many as bedazzling investments as remodeling choices, yet the cost and maintenance associated with such installing such features make them less wise choices in the eyes of some remodelers. Whether these additions are worth the expense or place an unnecessary financial burden is ultimately a conversation to be had between homeowner and builder, but there is…

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