Hallway - contemporary hallway idea in Minneapolis with white walls

This kitchen was designed by Blossom Spaces designer Hong Anh Sievert. She won Gold place in the Kansas City Home & Garden kitchen remodel contest 2012 for the $40,000-$70,000 range.

Every home improvement project can feel like going into battle, but the sweet taste of victory is enough to make it worthwhile. If you ever feel intimidated by homes and gardens in magazines, don’t fret – you can turn your home into a beautiful beacon with easy curb appeal updates! Kevin and Annette Klingel are some of our favorite weekend warriors, and their latest project proves that anything is possible when it comes to dressing up your front garden. The Klingels recently gave their home and front garden a major renovation and entered their photos in the Window Box Contest. When we saw the gorgeous before and after pictures, we knew we had to get the inside scoop on their process and uncover their best curb appeal ideas. Curb Appeal – Before and After Before the renovation, the Klingels had a charming South Bend, Indiana rambler that was tidy and traditional, if a little unassuming. Deciding it was time for a much-needed update, the Klingels replaced their old green roof with a black barrel roof to match the style of their home. They also made a needed replacement and changed out the sidewalk and front stoop to a new version in classic black. After those dramatic changes, the Klingels just couldn’t stop! Loving the contrast between the new black roof and stoop and their cream house, they painted their shutters black. And here’s where we come in – Annette wanted to incorporate her love of flowers into the new home design and found the perfect planters and window boxes to match the shutters. They purchased ten black window boxes in a classic and chic design to put around their outside windows. The Klingels also used tall black planters around the entrance to the house. The window boxes and planters each received the same plant treatment – red, yellow, and orange impatiens with flowing ferns for a bright punch of color. Paired with hanging baskets and a few other accents, the Klingels house is now a masterpiece. From Drab to Fab The Klingels love their warm and inviting new front entrance, and the neighbors do too. Instead of getting overlooked, their house now stands out and is the star of their busy street, where it is seen by lots of people everyday. They have received tons of compliments about their new look – a crisp and clean front garden that stays true to the style of the home and neighborhood. The Klingels’ curb appeal update wasn’t without its challenges, but the end product is amazing, and as Annette says, definitely worth the time. The Klingels recommend starting with the necessary replacements and finding beautiful matching pieces to add curb appeal. With a little patience, elbow grease, and the help of a great garden supply store like Hooks & Lattice, you too can have the home of your dreams. Photos: Kevin & Annette Klingel

Every home improvement project can feel like going into battle, but the sweet taste of victory is enough to make it worthwhile. If you ever feel intimidated by homes and gardens in magazines, don’t fret – you can turn your home into a beautiful beacon with easy curb appeal updates! Kevin and Annette Klingel are some of our favorite weekend warriors, and their latest project proves that anything is possible when it comes to dressing up your front garden. The Klingels recently gave their home and front garden a major renovation and entered their photos in the Window Box Contest. When we saw the gorgeous before and after pictures, we knew we had to get the inside scoop on their process and uncover their best curb appeal ideas. Curb Appeal – Before and After Before the renovation, the Klingels had a charming South Bend, Indiana rambler that was tidy and traditional, if a little unassuming. Deciding it was time for a much-needed update, the Klingels replaced their old green roof with a black barrel roof to match the style of their home. They also made a needed replacement and changed out the sidewalk and front stoop to a new version in classic black. After those dramatic changes, the Klingels just couldn’t stop! Loving the contrast between the new black roof and stoop and their cream house, they painted their shutters black. And here’s where we come in – Annette wanted to incorporate her love of flowers into the new home design and found the perfect planters and window boxes to match the shutters. They purchased ten black window boxes in a classic and chic design to put around their outside windows. The Klingels also used tall black planters around the entrance to the house. The window boxes and planters each received the same plant treatment – red, yellow, and orange impatiens with flowing ferns for a bright punch of color. Paired with hanging baskets and a few other accents, the Klingels house is now a masterpiece. From Drab to Fab The Klingels love their warm and inviting new front entrance, and the neighbors do too. Instead of getting overlooked, their house now stands out and is the star of their busy street, where it is seen by lots of people everyday. They have received tons of compliments about their new look – a crisp and clean front garden that stays true to the style of the home and neighborhood. The Klingels’ curb appeal update wasn’t without its challenges, but the end product is amazing, and as Annette says, definitely worth the time. The Klingels recommend starting with the necessary replacements and finding beautiful matching pieces to add curb appeal. With a little patience, elbow grease, and the help of a great garden supply store like Hooks & Lattice, you too can have the home of your dreams. Photos: Kevin & Annette Klingel

Minimalist kitchen photo in Minneapolis

Award winning Project 2010 Custom Woodworking Magazine contest A complete makeover in a Florida home. We designed and made the Kitchen, the Entertainment Center, the Bar, the Breakfast Bar, and the Home Office. Photo Wing Wong

Master Bedroom with adjoining sitting room featuring a fireplace and elevated sitting area Winner of Best Room Contest of MBA Parade of Homes
Inspiration for a timeless bedroom remodel in Milwaukee

Honorable Mention 2010 Custom Woodworking Magazine contest The layout of this raised panel walnut bar, and the shape of the burl countertop makes it very welcoming. The traditional grape motif carving runs throughout the piece, from the carved foot brackets to the fascia and pediments above. The pilasters are fluted, with a mediterranean capital. Egg and dart runs along the drawers. There is a sink, a DW and Wine cooler behind the bar. There are also glass doors, glass shelves and lighting. Photo Wing Wong

Every home improvement project can feel like going into battle, but the sweet taste of victory is enough to make it worthwhile. If you ever feel intimidated by homes and gardens in magazines, don’t fret – you can turn your home into a beautiful beacon with easy curb appeal updates! Kevin and Annette Klingel are some of our favorite weekend warriors, and their latest project proves that anything is possible when it comes to dressing up your front garden. The Klingels recently gave their home and front garden a major renovation and entered their photos in the Window Box Contest. When we saw the gorgeous before and after pictures, we knew we had to get the inside scoop on their process and uncover their best curb appeal ideas. Curb Appeal – Before and After Before the renovation, the Klingels had a charming South Bend, Indiana rambler that was tidy and traditional, if a little unassuming. Deciding it was time for a much-needed update, the Klingels replaced their old green roof with a black barrel roof to match the style of their home. They also made a needed replacement and changed out the sidewalk and front stoop to a new version in classic black. After those dramatic changes, the Klingels just couldn’t stop! Loving the contrast between the new black roof and stoop and their cream house, they painted their shutters black. And here’s where we come in – Annette wanted to incorporate her love of flowers into the new home design and found the perfect planters and window boxes to match the shutters. They purchased ten black window boxes in a classic and chic design to put around their outside windows. The Klingels also used tall black planters around the entrance to the house. The window boxes and planters each received the same plant treatment – red, yellow, and orange impatiens with flowing ferns for a bright punch of color. Paired with hanging baskets and a few other accents, the Klingels house is now a masterpiece. From Drab to Fab The Klingels love their warm and inviting new front entrance, and the neighbors do too. Instead of getting overlooked, their house now stands out and is the star of their busy street, where it is seen by lots of people everyday. They have received tons of compliments about their new look – a crisp and clean front garden that stays true to the style of the home and neighborhood. The Klingels’ curb appeal update wasn’t without its challenges, but the end product is amazing, and as Annette says, definitely worth the time. The Klingels recommend starting with the necessary replacements and finding beautiful matching pieces to add curb appeal. With a little patience, elbow grease, and the help of a great garden supply store like Hooks & Lattice, you too can have the home of your dreams. Photos: Kevin & Annette Klingel

Second place winner of our photo contest (deadline 12/31/2021) - Welsh Construction. Whole house interior and exterior transformation including new decks and DesignRail® railings. CableRail minimizes obstructions to the view; and creates a seamless transition and view from inside to outside. Custom powder coated to match Benjamin Moore color Iron Mountain. The railing includes an integrated ADA metal handrail. A custom sassafras wood cap rail gives warmth to the metal railing and complements the overall design.

Designed by Tammy Valler, Decorating Den Interiors in Franklin Lakes, NJ. Placed Third in the Family Room Category and First place in the 1st Timers Category in our 2014 Dream Room Contest.

2017-2018 Kitchen Design Contest Southwest Winner. This kitchen functions as a gathering and homework area for the children, while ample space allows the entire family to get together and cook dinner. The beautiful floor plan opens to the great room and vast outdoor patio, and the material selections blend through the entirety of the home.

Elegant kitchen photo in Other

Winner of the Feeney’s Annual "Show Us Your View" Contest, matching DesignRail® aluminum railings with CableRail infill on this Maine deck. Nat Rea Photography

2017-2018 Kitchen Design Contest Southwest Winner. This remodel was torn down to the studs to allow the design team to create an open-concept kitchen and great room space that exposed the entire floor to the views beyond. The light, airy and soft palette of materials compliment the desert landscape while offering a sleek, urban aesthetic.

Designed by Lynne Lawson and Laura Gonzales, Decorating Den Interiors in Columbia, MD. Won First Place in the Miscellaneous Category in our 2014 Dream Room Contest.

The Custom Built in and Fireplace rework set the tone for the new Living Room. The backdrop to the built-ins was a sort of whitewashed shiplap wood wall detail. A clean neutral palette of fabrics in the linen tones made the space very comfortable. Geoffrey Hodgdon Photography

2015 Sub-Zero/Wolf KDC regional winner Poggenpohl Kitchen Designed By Cheryl Carpenter Photographed by Jill Broussard
Eat-in kitchen - large transitional l-shaped porcelain tile eat-in kitchen idea in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, yellow backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, two islands and quartz countertops

MGB+A won a design contest run by the Spelling Family. The design includes a winding, shaded drive to a beautiful fountain in the valet area. Tennis courts, swimming pool, a large grass area for formal events and an elegant English style garden work to compliment the luxurious home. (Aerial taken from Google Maps.)