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Home Addition Ideas to Increase Square Footage

Three car garage, elevator, gym, office, and master bath being added to a home in Richmond, VA

In order to have a functional home with plenty of space, ample square footage is necessary. Unfortunately, a lot of homes have a very small footprint, preventing you from being able to have the home layout that you want. A large majority of homeowners would report that they wish their home was bigger. Some people would like existing rooms to be larger, while others are looking for more functional spaces to be added on to their floor plan. Let’s take a look at some of the home renovations ideas that can be used to increase the square footage of your residence.

Things to Consider When Choosing a Bathroom Vanity

Modern wooden vanity with a mirror in a gold frame and sconces on the wall, a low table with decor and a rug with a chandelier

While there may not be a lot of square footage in your bathroom’s design, this is a room that is more about functionality than it is about space. Unfortunately, many homeowners make aesthetic choices in their bathroom that limits the use of this space. The sink vanity (or vanities) are one of the main focal points of your bathroom. It takes up a good deal of room, but it doesn’t have to take over. There are some details of bathroom vanities with tops to consider when you’re upgrading your bathroom that focus on value, beauty, and function.

Choosing the Best Kitchen Backsplash for your Home

Gorgeous, black, arabesque shaped tiles used as the backsplash in this BK Martin kitchen remodel

Have you ever been in a kitchen that had an amazing backsplash that really stood out from the rest of the kitchen’s design? This is a type of feature that not only adds aesthetic appeal to your kitchen, but it can also really increase the overall function of this space. When your kitchen was built, it’s completely possible that a backsplash wasn’t installed. Not every builder or contractor opts to include one. A kitchen backsplash is often skipped over in order to save time and money, but you can always have one added later on. You can also have an existing backsplash removed and have a new one added.

How to Add More Storage to Your Kitchen

: Corner of BK Martin kitchen featuring smaller cabinets above standard kitchen cabinets to maximize storage space, next to a window and sink.

When you think about the design of your kitchen, organization is something that should stand out as being an important priority. There are so many different items that you keep in your kitchen, from packages of food to gadgets and utensils. If you don’t have enough storage and organization for these items, you’re quickly dealing with a mess on your counter space and in your cabinets. It might make sense to keep some of your frequently used items out in the open, but kitchen cabinet organizers can reduce clutter, promote a clean and healthy kitchen space and make your kitchen design look gorgeous. Looking to add more storage to your kitchen? Here are some ideas for how to do so.

Countertop Options for Your Kitchen & Bath

Two people holding square samples of countertops in different materials

Choosing the specific materials and items that you’re going to include in the remodeling of your kitchen or bath can be daunting. There are so many options, and it’s often hard to choose things that are going to match, provide you with the style you’re looking for and still be very functional. A main focal point of your kitchen and bathroom are your countertops. There are different countertop options that come in a variety of colors and patterns while still providing you with the features of being heat resistant and stain resistant. Durability, maintenance, and cost are probably the biggest factors in choosing the right material for your home. Here are some specific options that are likely available for your project.

How to Choose the Best Kitchen Layout

Hands Framing Custom Kitchen Layout Design Drawing and Photo

When you’re going to be remodeling your kitchen, you should spend some time thinking about what the basic kitchen layout is going to be. This is a space that needs to be organized in such a way that makes it accessible and convenient for the people who will be using it. There are a number of different kitchen designs to choose from, providing you with different features such as storage space, work spaces and a footprint that allows traffic to easily pass through. Not sure how to choose the best setup for your upcoming project? Let’s take a look at some kitchen layout ideas that may work in your home.

Smart Home Part 2: Your Bathroom

Smart home control concept, hand controlling digital interface from mobile app. Blurred background showing modern white and wooden scandinavian bathroom

The bathroom of a home tends to be a pretty simple space that just provides the basics in the way of function. However, there are some different features that you may want to consider including in your bathroom design. You don’t have to keep your bathroom minimal and you don’t have to wait until you do a full remodel. It can have all of the bells and whistles that the rest of your home has in regard to smart technology now. If you’re unsure of the different products that are available for use in a newly remodeled or existing bathroom, here are some of your options.

Smart Home Part 1: Your Kitchen

Tablet with smart home app on wooden table, geometric background with connected line and dots showing internet of things system over modern kitchen

Smart technology has come a long way in recent years, and you can now utilize all kinds of gadgets and products to make your life more comfortable and convenient. While you probably carry around a smartphone during the day and utilize things like tablets and Bluetooth speakers at home, there are a number of smart technologies that you may want to consider working into your kitchen. Whether you have a kitchen remodeling project coming up or you simply want to make some improvements to your kitchen that make it more modern and livable, let’s talk about some kitchen smart home technologies that you can invest in.

Materials to Avoid in Your Bathroom Remodel

Bare feet on beige carpet

Your bathroom is probably more important than you realize. It’s a place that you frequent throughout the day whether you need to get ready for work, brush your teeth after a meal, shower after a workout or take a relaxing bath after a long day. Because bathrooms generally have minimal square footage, it’s a common space to be renovated on a budget. If you’re looking to sell your home in the near future, this is a relatively simple project that offers a pretty large return on investment.

Materials to Avoid in Your Kitchen Remodel

Classic white kitchen, huge island with seating for 6, and a built in bookshelf for cookbooks

The kitchen functions as a focal point of a home. This gathering space is about so much more than just preparing meals. This is where families get together for holiday celebrations. Kids work on school projects at the kitchen table. Inside the kitchen you make your grandmother’s famous cookie recipe. If you’ve decided to remodel your kitchen to increase the value of your home and make this space more inviting and comfortable, there are some design ideas that we would like to share with you regarding materials to avoid. Your kitchen remodeling project isn’t just about improving the aesthetics, but it’s also about creating a functional space that will withstand the test of time.