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Photo showing Zion Home Remodeling partner team relocating electrical service to a new outdoor meter during the Clinton, MD, kitchen remodel. Highlights the coordination and safe installation of a complete electrical upgrade as part of the remodel project to bring your space up to code.

These homeowners didn’t feel the need for a whole remodel and liked the color of their cabinets but really wanted a few upgrades… and then ended up doing a little more once we showed them how we can improve efficiency and storage in their kitchen!
Their biggest issue is having a microwave over their stove since they tend to an elderly parent and that the exhaust is not vented outside. Andy figured out the perfect solution to vent out their new matching range hood and since they never liked their countertops or backsplash, they added that to the mix. With standard cabinet that have deep or half shelves it is hard to maximize storage and accessibility so Marty suggested roll-out trays in 3 cabinets, a pull-out trash so they don’t have to walk around the one at the end of their island, a blind corner pull-out so they don’t have to get down on their hands and knees to access things, and then their favorite… hinge out spice rack! Let’s be honest, it’s EVERYONE’s favorite!
Needless to say, we more than solved this kitchen for these homeowners. Where is the microwave now? Well, he is a handy guy so he decided to tackle a simple cabinet modification and is installing it himself in a base cabinet!
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This upgraded deck gives this family a kitchen, dining area, and living space to enjoy the beautiful weather in Colorado.
Decking and stairs are made of composite decking by TimberTech Legacy in Tigerwood color. The picture frame color (boarder) is Expresso.
The pergola chosen is a custom Cedar timber pergola in Hawthorne stain. RDI Excalibur railings in satin black give the deck a very contemporary feel. Archadeck also used an under-deck drainage system system including troughs, gutter, and sealed seams to keep rain, spills, and snowmelt from dripping trough to lower patio.
The patio was added to give this family another "room" to enjoy time together including an air hocky outdoor table and firepit area. The patio pavers are Belgard Hardscapes interlocking concrete pavers in Slate & Stone. Paver color is Rio with the boarder in Rio Catalina slate & charcoal bullnose.

The existing kitchen in this home was due for some finish upgrades. We updated the space with a two-tone cabinet design featuring white along the walls and a dark wood finish for the island. The island was enlarged to provide more storage and prep space. Special features include glass front upper cabinets, pendants lights over the island, and wood-look ceramic tile flooring.

Extreme make over on this luxury Master bathroom.
A new curbless walk-in shower was built with large format tile and Lucente Lido circle tile by Emser. Multiple shower heads were added to create a spa like experience. A large drop in tub was added just outside the shower. The floor was given an upgrade with radiant heating by Warm up. New vanity cabinets by Bellmont provided additional storage. Two Kohler undermount sinks and Cambria Quartz countertops helped to complete this amazing Master bath.
Photos by Shane Michaels

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Plain City, OH
The Creative Kitchen Company
Columbus Area Kitchen Remodeling and Refacing Professional

This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income.
DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request.
MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic.
RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income.
ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them.
URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances.
OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values.
Photography: Eric Roth Photo

Pool and spa with outdoor living area and golf green.
Example of a large trendy pool design in Dallas
Example of a large trendy pool design in Dallas

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Inspiration for a small modern built-in desk cork floor shed remodel in Kansas City with white walls
Inspiration for a small modern built-in desk cork floor shed remodel in Kansas City with white walls

This bathroom remodel blends modern and transitional design elements to create a warm, clean, and highly functional space. The upgraded walk-in shower features large-format wall tile, a mosaic shower floor, a built-in niche, and a frameless glass enclosure with brushed nickel hardware. A decorative accent band adds visual interest and ties the design together.
The new double-sink vanity includes shaker-style cabinetry, quartz countertops, and matching brushed nickel faucets for a cohesive look. Soft neutral wall colors, updated lighting, and warm wood-look floor tile complete the space and give it a comfortable, spa-like feel. This project focused on improving style, storage, and everyday usability while maintaining a timeless aesthetic.

Bathroom - mid-sized transitional master beige tile and stone tile light wood floor bathroom idea in Raleigh with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, an integrated sink and solid surface countertops

Extreme make over on this luxury Master bathroom.
A new curbless walk-in shower was built with large format tile and Lucente Lido circle tile by Emser. Multiple shower heads were added to create a spa like experience. A large drop in tub was added just outside the shower. The floor was given an upgrade with radiant heating by Warm up. New vanity cabinets by Bellmont provided additional storage. Two Kohler undermount sinks and Cambria Quartz countertops helped to complete this amazing Master bath.
Photos by Shane Michaels

Who can remodel an older home in Rockville, MD near Churchill High School? Talon Construction your local home improvement experts that have the years of experience to do the job right with the trust and confidence we put into every project

Thrilled to unveil our kitchen transformation in Bel Air! This sleek space is a perfect blend of modern chic and functionality. From the polished concrete floors to the open shelving and the statement pendant lights, every detail was crafted to create a stylish yet practical kitchen. We've integrated state-of-the-art appliances for a culinary experience that's as luxurious as the neighborhood. #BelAirRenovation #ModernKitchen #PAZZLEConstruction

This was a whole house remodel that we did at the beginning of 2024. The house had been vacant for years, this is the after pictures.
Inspiration for a timeless exterior home remodel in Cleveland
Inspiration for a timeless exterior home remodel in Cleveland

The existing kitchen in this home was due for some finish upgrades. We updated the space with a two-tone cabinet design featuring white along the walls and a dark wood finish for the island. The island was enlarged to provide more storage and prep space. Special features include glass front upper cabinets, pendants lights over the island, and wood-look ceramic tile flooring.
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