This handcrafted Ash bar stool combines everyday functionality with meaningful craftsmanship, creating seating that's as personal as it is practical. Built from solid USA-sourced Ash hardwood, this custom bar stool features a clean, modern profile with custom-fabricated metal legs and a one-of-a-kind epoxy inlay, making it a beautiful addition to kitchen islands, home bars, breakfast counters, and entertainment spaces. Created for a client in Howell, Michigan, this custom hardwood bar stool was designed to celebrate the family's story. The seat features a detailed epoxy inlay of an excavator, honoring the client's family history and career, while the custom metal legs were fabricated into the shape of an "L" to represent their family name. Together, these personalized details transform a simple bar stool into a meaningful heirloom that reflects the people who use it every day. The light, natural grain of the Ash hardwood creates a warm, contemporary appearance that allows the custom details to take center stage without overwhelming the design. Comfortable enough for everyday meals yet distinctive enough to become a conversation piece, this stool demonstrates how custom furniture can combine lasting functionality with personal significance. Unlike mass-produced bar stools made from particle board, imported hardwood substitutes, or thin veneers, our seating is handcrafted from solid hardwood that's built to withstand everyday use for generations. Every piece of wood is individually selected for its strength, beauty, and natural character, ensuring each stool is truly one of a kind while offering exceptional durability that grows more beautiful with age.

This handcrafted Ash bar stool combines everyday functionality with meaningful craftsmanship, creating seating that's as personal as it is practical. Built from solid USA-sourced Ash hardwood, this custom bar stool features a clean, modern profile with custom-fabricated metal legs and a one-of-a-kind epoxy inlay, making it a beautiful addition to kitchen islands, home bars, breakfast counters, and entertainment spaces. Created for a client in Howell, Michigan, this custom hardwood bar stool was designed to celebrate the family's story. The seat features a detailed epoxy inlay of an excavator, honoring the client's family history and career, while the custom metal legs were fabricated into the shape of an "L" to represent their family name. Together, these personalized details transform a simple bar stool into a meaningful heirloom that reflects the people who use it every day. The light, natural grain of the Ash hardwood creates a warm, contemporary appearance that allows the custom details to take center stage without overwhelming the design. Comfortable enough for everyday meals yet distinctive enough to become a conversation piece, this stool demonstrates how custom furniture can combine lasting functionality with personal significance. Unlike mass-produced bar stools made from particle board, imported hardwood substitutes, or thin veneers, our seating is handcrafted from solid hardwood that's built to withstand everyday use for generations. Every piece of wood is individually selected for its strength, beauty, and natural character, ensuring each stool is truly one of a kind while offering exceptional durability that grows more beautiful with age.

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This handcrafted Ash bar stool combines everyday functionality with meaningful craftsmanship, creating seating that's as personal as it is practical. Built from solid USA-sourced Ash hardwood, this custom bar stool features a clean, modern profile with custom-fabricated metal legs and a one-of-a-kind epoxy inlay, making it a beautiful addition to kitchen islands, home bars, breakfast counters, and entertainment spaces. Created for a client in Howell, Michigan, this custom hardwood bar stool was designed to celebrate the family's story. The seat features a detailed epoxy inlay of an excavator, honoring the client's family history and career, while the custom metal legs were fabricated into the shape of an "L" to represent their family name. Together, these personalized details transform a simple bar stool into a meaningful heirloom that reflects the people who use it every day. The light, natural grain of the Ash hardwood creates a warm, contemporary appearance that allows the custom details to take center stage without overwhelming the design. Comfortable enough for everyday meals yet distinctive enough to become a conversation piece, this stool demonstrates how custom furniture can combine lasting functionality with personal significance. Unlike mass-produced bar stools made from particle board, imported hardwood substitutes, or thin veneers, our seating is handcrafted from solid hardwood that's built to withstand everyday use for generations. Every piece of wood is individually selected for its strength, beauty, and natural character, ensuring each stool is truly one of a kind while offering exceptional durability that grows more beautiful with age.

Our clients wanted to make the most of their new home’s huge floorspace and stunning ocean views while creating functional and kid-friendly common living areas where their loved ones could gather, giggle, play and connect. We carefully selected a neutral color palette and balanced it with pops of color, unique greenery and personal touches to bring our clients’ vision of a stylish modern farmhouse with beachy casual vibes to life. With three generations under the one roof, we were given the challenge of maximizing our clients’ layout and multitasking their beautiful living spaces so everyone in the family felt perfectly at home. We used two sets of sofas to create a subtle room division and created a separate seated area that allowed the family to transition from movie nights and cozy evenings cuddled in front of the fire through to effortlessly entertaining their extended family. Originally, the de Mayo’s living areas featured a LOT of space … but not a whole lot of storage. Which was why we made sure their restyled home would be big on beauty AND functionality. We built in two sets of new floor-to-ceiling storage so our clients would always have an easy and attractive way to organize and store toys, china and glassware. Then we mindfully selected new furnishings that would be stylish yet practical and able to withstand the normal wear and tear of raising a family.

Our clients wanted to make the most of their new home’s huge floorspace and stunning ocean views while creating functional and kid-friendly common living areas where their loved ones could gather, giggle, play and connect. We carefully selected a neutral color palette and balanced it with pops of color, unique greenery and personal touches to bring our clients’ vision of a stylish modern farmhouse with beachy casual vibes to life. With three generations under the one roof, we were given the challenge of maximizing our clients’ layout and multitasking their beautiful living spaces so everyone in the family felt perfectly at home. We used two sets of sofas to create a subtle room division and created a separate seated area that allowed the family to transition from movie nights and cozy evenings cuddled in front of the fire through to effortlessly entertaining their extended family. Originally, the de Mayo’s living areas featured a LOT of space … but not a whole lot of storage. Which was why we made sure their restyled home would be big on beauty AND functionality. We built in two sets of new floor-to-ceiling storage so our clients would always have an easy and attractive way to organize and store toys, china and glassware. Then we mindfully selected new furnishings that would be stylish yet practical and able to withstand the normal wear and tear of raising a family.

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This backyard patio design is inspired by our Blu 60 patio slab. The best-selling Blu slate patio slab was inspired by natural slate stone. This traditional patio stone comes in multiple sizes for your backyard pool decks, patios & walkways. The same lines and rugged texture as our thicker Blu paver, the same opulent colors and traditional look, Blu 60 Slate slab is the choice for pedestrian areas such as on walkways and patios. https://www.techo-bloc.com/shop/slabs/blu-60-slate/ 

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This backyard patio design is inspired by our Blu 60 Slate patio slab. The best-selling Blu slate patio slab was inspired by natural slate stone. This traditional patio stone comes in multiple sizes for your backyard pool decks, patios & walkways. The same lines and rugged texture as our thicker Blu paver, the same opulent colors and traditional look, Blu 60 Slate slab is the choice for pedestrian areas such as on walkways and patios. Check out our website to shop the look! https://www.techo-bloc.com/shop/slabs/blu-60-slate/

This handcrafted Walnut L-shaped desk combines modern design with exceptional functionality, creating a workspace that's built to inspire productivity. Crafted from solid USA-sourced Walnut and supported by sleek powder-coated steel legs, this custom executive desk provides generous work surfaces, lasting durability, and timeless craftsmanship for both professional offices and home workspaces. The rich natural tones of the Walnut bring warmth and sophistication to any environment while showcasing the unique grain patterns that make every desk one of a kind. Designed and delivered to a client in Linden, Michigan, this custom office desk was created to provide ample workspace without sacrificing style. The L-shaped layout offers dedicated areas for computers, paperwork, meetings, and day-to-day tasks, helping keep everything organized while improving workflow. Whether used in a home office, executive suite, creative studio, or commercial workspace, the design adapts to the way you work. The clean lines of the powder-coated metal base create a striking contrast against the warmth of the Walnut, giving the desk a contemporary appearance that's both bold and timeless. Built to withstand years of daily use, it delivers the strength and stability professionals need while serving as a statement piece that elevates the entire office. Unlike mass-produced office furniture made from laminate, veneer, or particle board, our executive desks are handcrafted from solid hardwood that's built for generations of use. Every board is individually selected for its grain, character, and natural beauty, ensuring each desk is truly unique while providing heirloom-quality craftsmanship that grows even more beautiful with time. As a custom furniture maker, we specialize in designing and building office furniture that's entirely unique—100% custom crafted. From executive desks and conference tables to reception desks, credenzas, podcast studios, and commercial workspaces, we create furniture that fits your workflow, reflects your brand, and is built to last.

This handcrafted Walnut L-shaped desk combines modern design with exceptional functionality, creating a workspace that's built to inspire productivity. Crafted from solid USA-sourced Walnut and supported by sleek powder-coated steel legs, this custom executive desk provides generous work surfaces, lasting durability, and timeless craftsmanship for both professional offices and home workspaces. The rich natural tones of the Walnut bring warmth and sophistication to any environment while showcasing the unique grain patterns that make every desk one of a kind. Designed and delivered to a client in Linden, Michigan, this custom office desk was created to provide ample workspace without sacrificing style. The L-shaped layout offers dedicated areas for computers, paperwork, meetings, and day-to-day tasks, helping keep everything organized while improving workflow. Whether used in a home office, executive suite, creative studio, or commercial workspace, the design adapts to the way you work. The clean lines of the powder-coated metal base create a striking contrast against the warmth of the Walnut, giving the desk a contemporary appearance that's both bold and timeless. Built to withstand years of daily use, it delivers the strength and stability professionals need while serving as a statement piece that elevates the entire office. Unlike mass-produced office furniture made from laminate, veneer, or particle board, our executive desks are handcrafted from solid hardwood that's built for generations of use. Every board is individually selected for its grain, character, and natural beauty, ensuring each desk is truly unique while providing heirloom-quality craftsmanship that grows even more beautiful with time. As a custom furniture maker, we specialize in designing and building office furniture that's entirely unique—100% custom crafted. From executive desks and conference tables to reception desks, credenzas, podcast studios, and commercial workspaces, we create furniture that fits your workflow, reflects your brand, and is built to last.

This handcrafted Walnut L-shaped desk combines modern design with exceptional functionality, creating a workspace that's built to inspire productivity. Crafted from solid USA-sourced Walnut and supported by sleek powder-coated steel legs, this custom executive desk provides generous work surfaces, lasting durability, and timeless craftsmanship for both professional offices and home workspaces. The rich natural tones of the Walnut bring warmth and sophistication to any environment while showcasing the unique grain patterns that make every desk one of a kind. Designed and delivered to a client in Linden, Michigan, this custom office desk was created to provide ample workspace without sacrificing style. The L-shaped layout offers dedicated areas for computers, paperwork, meetings, and day-to-day tasks, helping keep everything organized while improving workflow. Whether used in a home office, executive suite, creative studio, or commercial workspace, the design adapts to the way you work. The clean lines of the powder-coated metal base create a striking contrast against the warmth of the Walnut, giving the desk a contemporary appearance that's both bold and timeless. Built to withstand years of daily use, it delivers the strength and stability professionals need while serving as a statement piece that elevates the entire office. Unlike mass-produced office furniture made from laminate, veneer, or particle board, our executive desks are handcrafted from solid hardwood that's built for generations of use. Every board is individually selected for its grain, character, and natural beauty, ensuring each desk is truly unique while providing heirloom-quality craftsmanship that grows even more beautiful with time. As a custom furniture maker, we specialize in designing and building office furniture that's entirely unique—100% custom crafted. From executive desks and conference tables to reception desks, credenzas, podcast studios, and commercial workspaces, we create furniture that fits your workflow, reflects your brand, and is built to last.

This handcrafted Walnut L-shaped desk combines modern design with exceptional functionality, creating a workspace that's built to inspire productivity. Crafted from solid USA-sourced Walnut and supported by sleek powder-coated steel legs, this custom executive desk provides generous work surfaces, lasting durability, and timeless craftsmanship for both professional offices and home workspaces. The rich natural tones of the Walnut bring warmth and sophistication to any environment while showcasing the unique grain patterns that make every desk one of a kind. Designed and delivered to a client in Linden, Michigan, this custom office desk was created to provide ample workspace without sacrificing style. The L-shaped layout offers dedicated areas for computers, paperwork, meetings, and day-to-day tasks, helping keep everything organized while improving workflow. Whether used in a home office, executive suite, creative studio, or commercial workspace, the design adapts to the way you work. The clean lines of the powder-coated metal base create a striking contrast against the warmth of the Walnut, giving the desk a contemporary appearance that's both bold and timeless. Built to withstand years of daily use, it delivers the strength and stability professionals need while serving as a statement piece that elevates the entire office. Unlike mass-produced office furniture made from laminate, veneer, or particle board, our executive desks are handcrafted from solid hardwood that's built for generations of use. Every board is individually selected for its grain, character, and natural beauty, ensuring each desk is truly unique while providing heirloom-quality craftsmanship that grows even more beautiful with time. As a custom furniture maker, we specialize in designing and building office furniture that's entirely unique—100% custom crafted. From executive desks and conference tables to reception desks, credenzas, podcast studios, and commercial workspaces, we create furniture that fits your workflow, reflects your brand, and is built to last.

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SET INCLUDES: 4 Doors Slabs with Aluminum Strips Tracks Pivot Sets Pivot Brackets Converging Panel Aligers Door Knobs Installation Manual Screws for hardware Doors are not pre-drilled! It is not recommended to paint. Thickness of the door slab is 40 mm or 1 9/16"". Introducing our "Modern Double Bi-Fold Doors" from the Planum collection, a perfect blend of contemporary design and functionality. Crafted with precision from solid wood with honeycomb, these doors are finished in a stylish Grey color that adds a touch of modern elegance to any space. With their Flush Door design, these doors seamlessly integrate into your interior, creating a sleek and streamlined look. They are available for viewing and purchase at our showroom in NY, where you can witness the exceptional craftsmanship firsthand. Our Modern Double Bi-Fold Doors are designed to maximize space and provide easy access between rooms. Whether you want to divide a large living area, create a stylish home office, or revamp your bedroom, these doors offer the perfect solution. Made from high-quality solid wood with honeycomb, these doors are built to withstand the test of time, ensuring durability and longevity. The Grey color adds a contemporary vibe, allowing you to create a modern aesthetic in your home. If you're an interior designer or homeowner looking for versatile and visually appealing doors, our Modern Double Bi-Fold Doors from the Planum collection are an excellent choice. Visit our NY showroom or browse our website to explore the possibilities and transform your space. SOLID CORE solid wood with honeycomb core made by laminated Wood using Ciplex technology. CIPLEX by SARTO High-end film layer that is applied on top of the laminated Wood Made in Italy. NO FORMALDEHYDE Environmentally friendly using only latest eco-friendly materials. Company requires use of only the safest materials. We care about our planet, the environment and you and your loved ones. Sarto Doors are Ideal for use in hospitals and childcare centers. SOUND ATTENUATION Door's 40mm thick solid wood with honeycomb construction yields 30% noise reduction over standard doors. CONSTRUCTION Door is manufactured from a single piece of Wood and will give several generations of normal usage with minimal care.

SET INCLUDES: 4 Doors Slabs with Aluminum Strips Tracks Pivot Sets Pivot Brackets Converging Panel Aligers Door Knobs Installation Manual Screws for hardware Doors are not pre-drilled! It is not recommended to paint. Thickness of the door slab is 40 mm or 1 9/16"". Introducing our "Modern Double Bi-Fold Doors" from the Planum collection, a perfect blend of contemporary design and functionality. Crafted with precision from solid wood with honeycomb, these doors are finished in a stylish Grey color that adds a touch of modern elegance to any space. With their Flush Door design, these doors seamlessly integrate into your interior, creating a sleek and streamlined look. They are available for viewing and purchase at our showroom in NY, where you can witness the exceptional craftsmanship firsthand. Our Modern Double Bi-Fold Doors are designed to maximize space and provide easy access between rooms. Whether you want to divide a large living area, create a stylish home office, or revamp your bedroom, these doors offer the perfect solution. Made from high-quality solid wood with honeycomb, these doors are built to withstand the test of time, ensuring durability and longevity. The Grey color adds a contemporary vibe, allowing you to create a modern aesthetic in your home. If you're an interior designer or homeowner looking for versatile and visually appealing doors, our Modern Double Bi-Fold Doors from the Planum collection are an excellent choice. Visit our NY showroom or browse our website to explore the possibilities and transform your space. SOLID CORE solid wood with honeycomb core made by laminated Wood using Ciplex technology. CIPLEX by SARTO High-end film layer that is applied on top of the laminated Wood Made in Italy. NO FORMALDEHYDE Environmentally friendly using only latest eco-friendly materials. Company requires use of only the safest materials. We care about our planet, the environment and you and your loved ones. Sarto Doors are Ideal for use in hospitals and childcare centers. SOUND ATTENUATION Door's 40mm thick solid wood with honeycomb construction yields 30% noise reduction over standard doors. CONSTRUCTION Door is manufactured from a single piece of Wood and will give several generations of normal usage with minimal care.

SET INCLUDES: 4 Doors Slabs with Aluminum Strips Tracks Pivot Sets Pivot Brackets Converging Panel Aligers Door Knobs Installation Manual Screws for hardware Doors are not pre-drilled! It is not recommended to paint. Thickness of the door slab is 40 mm or 1 9/16"". Introducing our "Modern Double Bi-Fold Doors" from the Planum collection, a perfect blend of contemporary design and functionality. Crafted with precision from solid wood with honeycomb, these doors are finished in a stylish Grey color that adds a touch of modern elegance to any space. With their Flush Door design, these doors seamlessly integrate into your interior, creating a sleek and streamlined look. They are available for viewing and purchase at our showroom in NY, where you can witness the exceptional craftsmanship firsthand. Our Modern Double Bi-Fold Doors are designed to maximize space and provide easy access between rooms. Whether you want to divide a large living area, create a stylish home office, or revamp your bedroom, these doors offer the perfect solution. Made from high-quality solid wood with honeycomb, these doors are built to withstand the test of time, ensuring durability and longevity. The Grey color adds a contemporary vibe, allowing you to create a modern aesthetic in your home. If you're an interior designer or homeowner looking for versatile and visually appealing doors, our Modern Double Bi-Fold Doors from the Planum collection are an excellent choice. Visit our NY showroom or browse our website to explore the possibilities and transform your space. SOLID CORE solid wood with honeycomb core made by laminated Wood using Ciplex technology. CIPLEX by SARTO High-end film layer that is applied on top of the laminated Wood Made in Italy. NO FORMALDEHYDE Environmentally friendly using only latest eco-friendly materials. Company requires use of only the safest materials. We care about our planet, the environment and you and your loved ones. Sarto Doors are Ideal for use in hospitals and childcare centers. SOUND ATTENUATION Door's 40mm thick solid wood with honeycomb construction yields 30% noise reduction over standard doors. CONSTRUCTION Door is manufactured from a single piece of Wood and will give several generations of normal usage with minimal care.

Jennifer and Dan have lived in their Deer Park Illinois home for 15 years, slowly making minor fixes like painting and decorating; but they had a new plan for their kitchen the entire time. An awkwardly placed garage door, and an island cooktop with a terrible downdraft made a full-scale kitchen remodel an absolute must. Jennifer had many ideas in mind and wanted to work with a company that could provide high-end work, while partnering with a designer that would tailor the kitchen to her ideas. She was intrigued by the phrase “Common Sense Remodeling” in Advance Design’s feature she discovered while perusing an issue of the community’s Quintessential Barrington Magazine. Doing further research on the company’s website, as she looked through project profiles and read about Advance Design’s “Common Sense Remodeling” philosophy, she promptly scheduled an appointment to see if the people and ideas she read about were truly who they said they were. The more she read, the more she knew that the “Common Sense” approach to remodeling they described was exactly the type of company she was looking for. The partnership was sealed after an initial consultation with Owner Todd Jurs and Project Designer Michelle Lecinski. They displayed a combination of friendliness, professionalism and respect that was unmatched by any of the other companies Jennifer talked to. She knew that with Advance Design, she would be able to retain the vision that she had in mind with high-quality craftsmanship. “I reached out to Advance Design because of the ‘Common Sense Remodeling’ tagline,” Jennifer said. “That’s what lingered for me”. “Advance Design was the most respectful- of the house and of my design ideas, and the most professional of the handful of companies that looked at my project”. Soon after the meeting Jennifer began working with Michelle on the project design. They quickly developed chemistry. Jennifer loved how Michelle researched and located every detail that Jennifer wanted for the kitchen. Between the two of them, every concept and idea was worked through and perfected. “Jennifer had definite ideas about what she wanted the new kitchen to look like, she just didn’t know how to bring it all together. We worked together really well to make her ideas into the practical reality necessary for a well-functioning kitchen, with the look and feel that she had envisioned”, says Michelle. “Michelle was wonderful in using the CAD system she would show me new drawings every time we changed the layout while working through the design,” Jennifer said. “She was a really wonderful partner in execution, she made sure everything happened quickly and easily.” The finished design drew out elements of Jennifer’s style and personality. The pair call the look “sophisticated farmhouse” to describe the kitchen renovation to family and friends. The result was a beautifully crafted, authentic-feeling space that satisfied Jennifer’s dreams 15 years in the making. The whole project consisted of a kitchen remodel, mudroom upgrade with powder room, and garage entry relocation. “The projects I personally like the best, are the ones that put the client’s dreams on display,” Project Designer Michelle said. “And this is one of those projects.” The main focal point of the kitchen is custom zinc and brass ventilation hood with a vintage sheen, which was hand made to order by a small company in Indiana named Vogler Metalworking. “It’s like sculpture, a true work of art”, says Jennifer. Your eye is immediately drawn towards this elegant yet practical hood that eliminated the home’s downdraft problem and added a striking conversation piece at the same time. The carpenters had to use special gloves when transporting and installing it, so they didn’t smudge it with fingerprints. The beautiful hood centers proudly over the stunning black enamel and brass LaCornue Range. “I had a friend who had a LaCornue range and after learning how easy it was to cook perfect meals, I was convinced I wanted to have one”, says Jennifer. This unique, breathtaking combination anchors the entire kitchen and is apparent immediately as you walk into the great room the surrounds the space. DuraSupreme Crestwood cabinets with a Kendall Panel add function and sophistication. A custom gray paint color paired with a storm blue was developed so that the new kitchen looked like it belonged to the existing space. Unlacquered brass faucets and hardware were important to Jennifer because she wanted the living finishes to age over time. Remarkable brass diamond mesh cabinet door inserts imported from the UK continue to add this one-of-a-kind kitchen renovation; giving it a “you won’t see this everywhere” quality. The use of old railcar flooring for the coffee bar countertop and reclaimed oak for the open shelving gives an authenticity to the space uncommon in kitchens today. Jennifer and Michelle fell in love with the Limestone Grey Stone while they were investigating unique island countertop ideas. They liked the fact that the limestone as a living finish will age and change over time. Calcutta Miel Quartz countertops made for an excellent pairing around the perimeter, as it’s durable and perfect for cooking preparations. A textured white subway tile backsplash that runs to the ceiling keeps your eye moving towards the open shelving, and to the main focal point of the stunning range hood combination. “The kitchen functions beautifully, and it’s gorgeous,” beams Jennifer as she gestures with both hands while smiling ear to ear. “The most important thing was I wanted a kitchen that had a wonderful flow, cooked beautiful meals and was a great gathering place for family and friends, and this space does that perfectly! Beauty wise, it turned out exactly how I had envisioned. I felt the function part was the hardest part, and that was nailed”! Relocating the garage entry to the new mudroom was a huge priority and has finally separated the family’s arriving home functions from their kitchen. Now coats and shoes and bags have their own area for dropping once members arrive home. Matching gray DuraSupreme cabinetry helped create gorgeous, purposeful lockers for the family. A reclaimed vintage sink and custom wall paper were added to the tiny powder room to beautify the once previously only functional space. Advance Design was even able to create a custom space for their dog to sleep while the family is away. “It was unbelievable that a project of this size was completed in such a short time, and I think that’s because of the large amount of planning and preparation that went into it,” Jennifer marveled, “When we started, we were ready, and everything was prepared”. When it came to execution, Project Manager Justin Davis and his crew were quick, accessible, and organized. Projects like this kitchen are typically completed in as little as 8-10 weeks. Jennifer’s kitchen however despite the relocation of some challenging HVAC in a soffit and moving of an exterior door was completed remarkably fast in part because the team was working with an existing tile floor that ran throughout the first floor that the client really loved. “You get to know these people really well because they’re living in your house while you’re living in your house. They were so fast and really good, it didn’t take as long as even planned” reported Jennifer. “I would text Justin and he always responded almost immediately. I got to know all the guys who were working in our house and they were all wonderful people”. Details in a customized kitchen like this one require skill and care from the people who install it. “All the guys on the job were skilled at what the did. I wanted small details like little feet to look like furniture, that is where their carpentry skill came in to make these all perfect”, said Jennifer. “The tile guys were wonderful. They even let me determine how I wanted the texture with the grout to appear for a salt and pepper look; now that is a very skilled trade person making it custom”. In Jennifer’s interview, she continued to reference Advance Design’s “Common Sense Remodeling”, so I took a minute to ask her exactly what that phrase meant to her and how it played out in her experience with her project and the Advance Design team. Here is what she said: “I was intrigued about Common Sense Remodeling and in my head that there would be clear costs and prices, great communication between the design team, the execution team and me”, said Jennifer. They did deliver on that, it was so clear about the cost breakdown, what I could expect from everyone who came to my house, and everything that we had ordered. That to me is the Common Sense”! It’s great to see a client take literally our assertion that a well-planned remodeling project is simply “Common Sense”! She anticipated each step of the way would be clear, concise, and predictable, all the while protecting the outcome due to the careful upfront planning. “Advance Design delivered on their ‘Common Sense Remodeling’ promise,” Jennifer said. “From the design team, to the execution team - everything was straight forward like I imagined. The project turned out exactly how I envisioned, I enjoyed this process and absolutely would recommend Advance Design Studio to anyone.”