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Before - The screen door to this porch was a hazard to navigate due to the wobbly, undersized stepping stones.
Porch photo in Chicago
Porch photo in Chicago

We were excited to take on this full home remodel with our Arvada clients! They have been living in their home for years, and were ready to delve into some major construction to make their home a perfect fit. This home had a lot of its original 1970s features, and we were able to work together to make updates throughout their home to make it fit their more modern tastes. We started by lowering their raised living room to make it level with the rest of their first floor; this not only removed a major tripping hazard, but also gave them a lot more flexibility when it came to placing furniture. To make their newly leveled first floor feel more cohesive we also replaced their mixed flooring with a gorgeous engineered wood flooring throughout the whole first floor. But the second floor wasn’t left out, we also updated their carpet with a subtle patterned grey beauty that tied in with the colors we utilized on the first floor. New taller baseboards throughout their entire home also helped to unify the spaces and brought the update full circle. One of the most dramatic changes we made was to take down all of the original wood railings and replace them custom steel railings. Our goal was to design a staircase that felt lighter and created less of a visual barrier between spaces. We painted the existing stringer a crisp white, and to balance out the cool steel finish, we opted for a wooden handrail. We also replaced the original carpet wrapped steps with dark wooden steps that coordinate with the finish of the handrail. Lighting has a major impact on how we feel about the space we’re in, and we took on this home’s lighting problems head on. By adding recessed lighting to the family room, and replacing all of the light fixtures on the first floor we were able to create more even lighting throughout their home as well as add in a few fun accents in the dining room and stairwell. To update the fireplace in the family room we replaced the original mantel with a dark solid wood beam to clean up the lines of the fireplace. We also replaced the original mirrored gold doors with a more contemporary dark steel finished to help them blend in better. The clients also wanted to tackle their powder room, and already had a beautiful new vanity selected, so we were able to design the rest of the space around it. Our favorite touch was the new accent tile installed from floor to ceiling behind the vanity adding a touch of texture and a clear focal point to the space. Little changes like replacing all of their door hardware, removing the popcorn ceiling, painting the walls, and updating the wet bar by painting the cabinets and installing a new quartz counter went a long way towards making this home a perfect fit for our clients

The new space looks nothing like it was before. Original kitchen was too small, and adjacent areas had a few other problems.
The front door opened straight into the wall of a long narrow hallway. It created a 90 degree turn to get into the family room.
The door between the kitchen and dining room made the traffic flow awkward for both areas.
Coat closet in the front hallway located right across the stairwell, created potential fall hazard when opening the door.
Solution:
With the rear porch door left in place, the two side windows were swapped and the kitchen was relocated to the opposite wall.
Hallway walls were taken down and the coat closet was relocated away from the stairs.
Door opening between the dining room and former kitchen was restored.
After remodeling, all rooms became bigger and more functional. New beautiful kitchen has a central island and a built-in breakfast nook.
Family room also feels more open. Dining Room has a better traffic flow and holds the potential for a bigger table to seat more guests.
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We were excited to take on this full home remodel with our Arvada clients! They have been living in their home for years, and were ready to delve into some major construction to make their home a perfect fit. This home had a lot of its original 1970s features, and we were able to work together to make updates throughout their home to make it fit their more modern tastes. We started by lowering their raised living room to make it level with the rest of their first floor; this not only removed a major tripping hazard, but also gave them a lot more flexibility when it came to placing furniture. To make their newly leveled first floor feel more cohesive we also replaced their mixed flooring with a gorgeous engineered wood flooring throughout the whole first floor. But the second floor wasn’t left out, we also updated their carpet with a subtle patterned grey beauty that tied in with the colors we utilized on the first floor. New taller baseboards throughout their entire home also helped to unify the spaces and brought the update full circle. One of the most dramatic changes we made was to take down all of the original wood railings and replace them custom steel railings. Our goal was to design a staircase that felt lighter and created less of a visual barrier between spaces. We painted the existing stringer a crisp white, and to balance out the cool steel finish, we opted for a wooden handrail. We also replaced the original carpet wrapped steps with dark wooden steps that coordinate with the finish of the handrail. Lighting has a major impact on how we feel about the space we’re in, and we took on this home’s lighting problems head on. By adding recessed lighting to the family room, and replacing all of the light fixtures on the first floor we were able to create more even lighting throughout their home as well as add in a few fun accents in the dining room and stairwell. To update the fireplace in the family room we replaced the original mantel with a dark solid wood beam to clean up the lines of the fireplace. We also replaced the original mirrored gold doors with a more contemporary dark steel finished to help them blend in better. The clients also wanted to tackle their powder room, and already had a beautiful new vanity selected, so we were able to design the rest of the space around it. Our favorite touch was the new accent tile installed from floor to ceiling behind the vanity adding a touch of texture and a clear focal point to the space. Little changes like replacing all of their door hardware, removing the popcorn ceiling, painting the walls, and updating the wet bar by painting the cabinets and installing a new quartz counter went a long way towards making this home a perfect fit for our clients

This full home renovation consisted of making significant structural modifications to the stairs, rearranging the first level floor plan to create a larger kitchen and two bedrooms, rewiring non-code compliant/hazardous electrical work and adding multiple recessed lights, installing uniform doors and hardware throughout, custom barn-door installation, refinishing hardwood floors, installing a new kitchen tile floor, and finishing the basement with a new drywall ceiling, waterproof vinyl flooring, drywall repair and painting.
Stair Modification: Removal of unsafe stairs to the basement and to the attic. Relocation of the two flights of stairs to the basement and the attic 180 degrees with code compliant stairs.

Creature comforts like cushions, umbrellas, some furnishings and artwork, toys and tools pose the greatest fire hazards in many landscapes. It is critical to store these items when they are not in active use. Having storage close makes it easier to get in the habit of doing so. Photo: Lesly Hall Photography

My clients wanted to change their 1950's pink bathroom and remove the bathtub. They are planning to age-in place and the bathtub was a tripping hazard. Also, the showerhead had been installed quite low originally and one of my clients had to bend awkwardly to shower, so we raised the height of the showerhead to accommodate his tall frame.
My clients chose to remodel their bathroom with a blue and white color scheme. Blue Heaven Forbo Marmoluem flooring was installed to waterproof the floor. Planetarium Blue Lanmark was used for the countertop with integrated sink and the shower walls. For a visual contrast in the shower, Blizzard Lanmark was chosen for the floor and the corner seat/bench. This will help the homeowners see the transition between the flooring and the shower easier as they age.
Grab bars were installed inside the shower, along with blocking in the walls to aid in getting into and out of the shower, and getting up and down onto the seat in the shower.
Bright, white shaker cabinetry was installed, including a counter mounted medicine cabinet with rain glass. This added much more storage for my clients which was needed in this one bath home.
The owners painted the walls in a soft shade of blue once the remodel was complete. They are loving their remodeled bathroom and all of the extra storage. The seat in the shower is a real favorite too.
Holly Needham

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in St Louis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, yellow backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Full kit. This lighting kit includes 3pcs 2 watt LED puck lights, 1 pcs power adapter (12V, 0.5A) with ON/OFF button and 6 screws. No more accessories are required
Safe to use. The working voltage is 12V DC. It is touchable and safe to children.
High CRI. CRI is over 80. More vivid and natural lighting.
Flood beam angle. Beam angle is 120°, which is perfect for residential and commercial lighting.
Super bright. Total of 510lm in full brightness.
Flexible to use. 3 puck lights can be connected together or used separately.
Dimensions for accessories: power adapter cable: 4.92 ft, cable on the lamp: 8.2 ft, junction box cord: 0.98 ft.
Application: The lights are perfect illumination choice for under cabinets, kitchens, under desks, closets and so on.
Eco-Friendly. No lead or mercury.
No Hazardous Emissions. No UV or IR Radiation.
Input Voltage: 100-240 V AC.

We were excited to take on this full home remodel with our Arvada clients! They have been living in their home for years, and were ready to delve into some major construction to make their home a perfect fit. This home had a lot of its original 1970s features, and we were able to work together to make updates throughout their home to make it fit their more modern tastes. We started by lowering their raised living room to make it level with the rest of their first floor; this not only removed a major tripping hazard, but also gave them a lot more flexibility when it came to placing furniture. To make their newly leveled first floor feel more cohesive we also replaced their mixed flooring with a gorgeous engineered wood flooring throughout the whole first floor. But the second floor wasn’t left out, we also updated their carpet with a subtle patterned grey beauty that tied in with the colors we utilized on the first floor. New taller baseboards throughout their entire home also helped to unify the spaces and brought the update full circle. One of the most dramatic changes we made was to take down all of the original wood railings and replace them custom steel railings. Our goal was to design a staircase that felt lighter and created less of a visual barrier between spaces. We painted the existing stringer a crisp white, and to balance out the cool steel finish, we opted for a wooden handrail. We also replaced the original carpet wrapped steps with dark wooden steps that coordinate with the finish of the handrail. Lighting has a major impact on how we feel about the space we’re in, and we took on this home’s lighting problems head on. By adding recessed lighting to the family room, and replacing all of the light fixtures on the first floor we were able to create more even lighting throughout their home as well as add in a few fun accents in the dining room and stairwell. To update the fireplace in the family room we replaced the original mantel with a dark solid wood beam to clean up the lines of the fireplace. We also replaced the original mirrored gold doors with a more contemporary dark steel finished to help them blend in better. The clients also wanted to tackle their powder room, and already had a beautiful new vanity selected, so we were able to design the rest of the space around it. Our favorite touch was the new accent tile installed from floor to ceiling behind the vanity adding a touch of texture and a clear focal point to the space. Little changes like replacing all of their door hardware, removing the popcorn ceiling, painting the walls, and updating the wet bar by painting the cabinets and installing a new quartz counter went a long way towards making this home a perfect fit for our clients

We started as a kitchen remodel but discovered there was mold in the majority of the exterior walls as well as the attic. The mold was caused by a number of problems but namely because the waterproof paper wrap on the house had deteriorated and was moisture to pass through the stucco and into the wood framing. In addition there was a leaking air conditioner condenser in the attic that was draining saturating the wood above the master bedroom. The mold was causing health problems it became clear we needed to replace a large majority of the framing and prevent future problems.
So we went from a kitchen addition/remodel to rebuilding the majority of the home and adding 800sqft; including a new bedroom, expanding the master bedroom and bath as well as a walk-in closet.
In anticipating for aging in place, we installed a walk-in shower with a bench and grab bars to allow for future wheelchair access and reduce trip hazards.

The Tufenkian rug made this room pop and come together. Geometric multi color pillows tied the fun colors of the rug together.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open concept medium tone wood floor, multicolored floor and vaulted ceiling living room remodel in Denver with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open concept medium tone wood floor, multicolored floor and vaulted ceiling living room remodel in Denver with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

The master bathroom, post remodel by Distinctive Remodeling Solutions. The shower previously featured stone stairs into a raised shower. This created a hazard and the new owners built a new shower (at floor level!). Also added: new custom cabinetry and a window into the shower to take advantage of the natural lighting coming in the window over the antique tub.
Devon Morgan with Photosynthesis Studio, Atlanta GA

Holly Von Lanken Photography
Custom designed end tables. Used remnant from exotic granite on island to create tops. Homeowner loved the "wine stains" naturally found in stone so highlighted in the wine lounge area. Granite tooled from 3 cm to 1 cm to avoid tipping hazard for tables

Living room - mid-sized coastal formal and enclosed medium tone wood floor living room idea in Boston with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

The new space looks nothing like it was before. Original kitchen was too small, and adjacent areas had a few other problems.
The front door opened straight into the wall of a long narrow hallway. It created a 90 degree turn to get into the family room.
The door between the kitchen and dining room made the traffic flow awkward for both areas.
Coat closet in the front hallway located right across the stairwell, created potential fall hazard when opening the door.
Solution:
With the rear porch door left in place, the two side windows were swapped and the kitchen was relocated to the opposite wall.
Hallway walls were taken down and the coat closet was relocated away from the stairs.
Door opening between the dining room and former kitchen was restored.
After remodeling, all rooms became bigger and more functional. New beautiful kitchen has a central island and a built-in breakfast nook.
Family room also feels more open. Dining Room has a better traffic flow and holds the potential for a bigger table to seat more guests.

We installed Milgard Ultra Series dual pane fiberglass windows on this custom 1920s vintage home in Chino Hills, CA. They are tempered for a fire hazard severity zone.

Decorative Concrete Walkways for Great Curb Appeal
When navigating around a property and creating a pathway, a concrete walk will do a great job. Concrete is often used for walkways as it is the perfect solution to provide a contoured, conforming surface to the ground while blending in with it’s surroundings. Concrete walkways are a popular choice when a solid consistent surface is desired. Concrete will help to avoid weeds growth as well as offer a smooth surface without any trip hazards that are common with shifting concrete pavers or brick walkways. Concrete is also ideal if you want to include concrete steps, curves or ramps as it can be formed and poured into any shape or curvature.
Decorative concrete can blend seamlessly into the surroundings as it has limitless design possibilities, options and color choices. Concrete walks can be customized to suit your needs and landscape decor. Stamped concrete is an ideal way to add a textured pattern or design to a freshly placed concrete slab walkway.
Concrete can add a lot of curb appeal to your Denver home and the best part is that concrete walkways can be a cost effective solutions when compared to other hard surface materials, while providing a long lasting solution.
Even though concrete is recognized as a grey boring surface, Colored Concrete will add the much needed flare that makes your concrete walkway or pathway stand out from the rest while offering a great way to get wherever it is you’re going around your property.
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