We needed a simple woodshed that fit the constraints of our driveway and matched the existing design of our garage. It needed to hold firewood and kindling on one side and securely house the most often-used power tools on the other, while keeping everything nice and dry. Photos taken before the lock went in on the tool side. The shed measures 28" deep by 112" wide, has an open 2 x 4 floor with back-wall air vents to keep the air moving up and out. It's built from standard framing materials. The shed and garage have matching doors and cedar shake roof. Project took two weekends for one person to complete (after the concrete pad was in).

Photo: Janet Paik © 2016 Houzz Design: Dalma Darling Designs
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Docking Drawer Blade Series outlets can be easily installed into vanity drawers of any type using only basic power tools. Create a powered styling drawer or pull out organizer to safely power and stow hair dryers, hot tools, electric toothbrushes, shavers and more.

Luxury Car Garage & Work Bench
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Upgraded garage - added epoxy coating flooring, new stained oak stairs, custom oak bench, shoe, coat and shelving storage.
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Upgraded garage - added epoxy coating flooring, new stained oak stairs, custom oak bench, shoe, coat and shelving storage.
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How AI is Revolutionizing Bathroom and Kitchen Renovations in 2025 The renovation industry is entering a new era — and it’s powered by artificial intelligence. For decades, bathroom and kitchen makeovers required weeks of back-and-forth planning, consultations, and budgeting. But in 2025, AI bathroom design and AI kitchen renovation tools are transforming the experience, making it faster, smarter, and far more personalized. A Smarter Way to Renovate Traditional renovation processes are known for being time-consuming and stressful. From collecting measurements to selecting products and coordinating contractors, homeowners are often left overwhelmed. That’s where AI comes in — simplifying every step of the journey. Using platforms like the Allreno app, homeowners can now scan their space with a smartphone, instantly generate a 3D model, and receive personalized layout suggestions. The app’s AI engine automatically recommends styles, color palettes, and materials that match your preferences — saving hours of guesswork. AI Bathroom Design: A Game-Changer Designing a bathroom used to mean working with spreadsheets, mood boards, and several design consultations. Today, AI bathroom design streamlines this process into minutes. Tools like Allreno analyze space dimensions, plumbing positions, lighting conditions, and user style inputs to generate design proposals that are not only beautiful but also practical and code-compliant. Homeowners can preview their dream bathroom in realistic 3D, adjust fixtures and finishes, and even get instant price estimates — all before a single tile is laid. AI Kitchen Renovation: Built for Speed and Precision AI kitchen renovation takes things even further. AI models can detect where cabinetry fits best, suggest storage optimizations, and align design with ergonomic principles. Whether you’re planning a sleek modern kitchen or a cozy traditional space, AI delivers layouts that balance aesthetics with function. Allreno’s smart design engine can pull directly from product inventories, ensuring the designs you see are not only buildable but immediately available — reducing delays and backorders. Empowering Professionals and Homeowners What makes AI-powered home renovation truly powerful is how it bridges the gap between homeowners and professionals. Contractors, designers, and suppliers can now work with exact specifications and visuals shared directly through platforms like Allreno, eliminating miscommunication and ensuring smoother execution. This also means cost savings. With AI managing space planning, product selection, and budgeting, professionals spend less time on repetitive tasks and more time delivering quality craftsmanship. The Rise of Smart Home Remodels The trend toward smart home remodels is also being fueled by AI. Renovation projects now consider how your bathroom or kitchen connects with your smart lighting, voice assistants, or energy-efficient systems. Allreno helps integrate this tech seamlessly into your renovation plan, future-proofing your investment. Why Allreno Is Leading the AI Renovation Movement The Allreno app is at the forefront of this AI-driven shift. It’s not just a design tool — it’s a full renovation ecosystem. By combining design automation, real-time pricing, local contractor matching, and AI-powered recommendations, Allreno makes renovation as easy as ordering a product online. In a world where speed and personalization are key, Allreno empowers homeowners to take control of their renovation journey — with clarity, confidence, and creativity. Ready to renovate smarter? Try the Allreno app and experience the future of home renovation today.

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Techo-Bloc’s most versatile wall stone. Mini-Creta boasts an aged finish on both sides of the block, making it perfect for a freestanding wall around your patio, or as a partition between multi-leveled areas of your landscape. It is also a popular choice for freestanding hardscape features such as water and fire features, bars, grill islands, etc. Any way you look at it, Mini-Creta is a beautiful stone. Mini-Creta is also available as a Pillar Kit.

Founded in 1642, Montreal is one of North America’s oldest cities. The centuries-old streets of its bustling historic quarter, with their timeless charm, provided the inspiration for our Villagio pavers, equally charming and durable.

Upgraded garage - added epoxy coating flooring, new stained oak stairs, custom oak bench, shoe, coat and shelving storage.
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Closed storage cabinets are the perfect solution for plumbing or electrical supplies, small items or liquid containers. Keeping hazardous paints, solvents or power tools out of sight also makes them less tempting to young children. Installing a cabinet door lock adds another layer of protection and provides peace of mind when you are away from home. Margaret Ferrec

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2016 Houzz
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Using just basic power tools, you can create kitchen charging drawers to clear tech from your countertops, or add power to your pull out drawers to keep appliances tucked away while always at the ready.

Cabinets are a durable, stable choice and provide clutter-busting storage for all those odds and ends, as well as, power tools and paint cans.
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Many homeowners have their own ideas about how light or dark their home interiors should be. Some folks love nothing more than sunny, light-filled rooms. Other people adore their comforting, softly-lit spaces. While light levels can be a matter of personal preference, lighting can also be a powerful tool for shaping the mood, emotional tone and usage of every room. In fact, lighting is just as important as furnishings. Lighting Tips 1. Stay Warm Cool light looks brighter to the eye and can seem more like daylight. It can also make your home feel like a hospital or grocery store, which is not what we’re going for. Warm light is softer and creates a more relaxed mood. That’s what you want in your home. 2. Yes, You Can We’re big fans of can lighting. These in-ceiling lights draw zero attention to themselves while creating a foundation for excellent interior lighting. We add lamps for emphasis and mood in particular areas and put everything on a dimmer switch (see #3). This formula gives you maximum flexibility. 3. The Great Dimmer What did people do before the dimmer switch was invented? We suspect they shielded their eyes or huddled together in the dark because there was nothing inbetween. We use dimmer switches everywhere except the bathroom. Controlling the level of every light in your home allows you to create the right mood for the moment every time. 4. Beam Me Up We’re head over heels in love with this stunning raw wood beam wrapped with light bulbs on cords. Flip one dimmer switch and all the lights go on, at the exact intensity level you choose. The can lights in the ceiling gently illuminate the room, so this fabulous fixture can serve its true purpose—which is to create an irresistibly inviting space and a found-object, vintage vibe. 5. Open Bulb Policy Many of our light fixtures feature exposed bulbs. Once upon a time, light bulbs might have been ugly, but clear Edison bulbs, showing the filaments within, are themselves works of art. In a chandelier with an open, orb structure, candelabra bulbs are reminiscent of candle flames. A small lamp with a square metal base and a single bulb takes the open concept one step further. 6. Double Up Above a long dining table or bar, consider using multiple light fixtures. Especially with hanging light fixtures, we tend to think of putting just one in the middle. But lighting only the center of a long table would leave some of your dinner guests in the dark while others take the spotlight. 7. Reflections Reflections off mirrors, glass and tile bring a secondary light source into play and add a soft, beautiful touch. Candles create particularly compelling reflections. 8. Looking Up In high, open spaces, a light fixture can help balance the space, bringing the eye downward and helping make the area less cavernous and more inviting. 9. Looking Out Lighting is also a safety issue. Make sure you can turn on the stair lights at the top and the bottom of the stairs. Incorporate the flexibility to light up the room you’re entering before you get there, so you aren’t stumbling around in the dark, trying to find the switch. 10. How Low Can You Go?
While low light may be flattering, people tend to err on the side of too little light, rather than too much. Turn up that dimmer a notch more than you would normally and you may like what you see. Having sufficient light is particularly important in areas such as basements, where there may be little to no natural light.

Think you have to sacrifice sophistication for functionality? Think again. These contemporary maple garage cabinets are the epitome of organization. Each section of the cabinet has a designated purpose. Muddy boots? Power tools? How about hoses and gardening gear? It’s all here. Organized and ready for the next project or the next season, whichever comes first. Kara Lashuay