Cottage Industries, Inc. is leading the way in incorporating slow living principles into home design and remodeling. Slow living, a movement that promotes a more intentional and thoughtful lifestyle, has become a popular influence in home interiors. You can use this as a guide to create spaces that reflect your values, needs, and style. This approach offers a refreshing contrast to our fast-paced world by emphasizing well-being, sustainability, and personal fulfillment.
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Pets are part of the family, and your home should reflect that. Whether you have a playful pup, a curious cat, or a mix of furry friends, thoughtful remodeling can make your home more comfortable and functional for both you and your pets. Here are nine of our favorite pet-friendly remodeling ideas to inspire your next project.
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Starting a home renovation can be thrilling and overwhelming at the same time. It involves making thorough planning and making plenty of design decisions. A crucial step you shouldn’t skip in your project is obtaining permits. Read on to discover what can happen when you fail to secure these necessary documents before starting construction.
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When stepping into a home, especially during a major or whole-home remodel consultation, professional designers instantly analyze and critique several elements that the average homeowner might overlook. These elements often dictate the initial impression of the space and guide the direction of the renovation. Cottage Industries, Inc. provides an overview of these five critical aspects that catch a designer’s eye.
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Many homeowners are constantly seeking ways to maximize their living space and enhance their homes’ value. One such strategy that has been gaining popularity involves converting the unused attic into a functional space. But is this improvement truly worth the investment? Cottage Industries, Inc. discusses the financial and practical realities of undertaking an attic conversion.
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Embarking on a home remodeling project is always an exciting endeavor. However, it’s imperative to approach this process with meticulous planning and the right strategies to ensure it doesn’t turn into a major headache. Minimize the chances of it turning into a nightmare by keeping in mind these tips.
Read MoreWe considered hiring an architect and then bidding out our home renovation (initially a kitchen expansion but changed to a kitchen reno in the existing space, rebuilding our enclosed front porch and installing new hardwood floors among other things) to contractors but instea
We needed a "design and construction" company to completely redesign our kitchen while staying within the original footprint. We had many goals: to improve traffic flow and social space, maximize daylight, carve out a small mudroom with its own entrance, add a convenient ent
We couldn't be happier with the projects Cottage Industries has completed on our 1920 Georgian Colonial Revival. Outstanding craftsmanship from a professional, polite, tidy and respectful crew. From big projects, like our detached garage/apartment and family room conversion,
We selected Cottage Industries as our design/build partner for a significant expansion of our 148 year old home including full kitchen transformation, extended footprint and 2+ story addition. Cottage Industries and the partners they brought to the table did a stellar job ma
I used Cottage to redo the kitchen and laundry room in my Turn of the (20th) Century house. It was also the house I grew up in, so it was an emotional process for me as well. Everyone at Cottage was professional yet understanding. The first thing they did was listen, and we
As an interior designer I have had such a good experience working with Cottage Industries, Inc. Having worked with many contractors I know how crucial and how rare it is to find one in which every professional communicates well and in which projects are finished on time and
Cottage helped us with a full house remodel. Russ (the PM) was beyond amazing and we are extremely happy with the result AND the way the project was handled.
In 2016 my wife and I embarked on a full house renovation of a 6100 sq ft, 1893 stone Victorian home. We interviewed several design and build firms and chose Cottage because they seemed to care as much about restoring the home as we did. Nick and Adam were very professional
Cottage Industries finished my basement exquisitely, which included a partially sunk endless pool and a decorative fireplace. They also did a thoroughly unique sun room for me. It included floor to ceiling glass and we use it daily. Adam always kept his word and the answer w
Capable, responsive, deadline oriented and good craft workers. Highly recommended
