Historic restorations are no small undertaking. They require not only skill and knowledge, but also time, patience and energy to succeed. One of the biggest mistakes that homeowners make when tackling this project is neglecting to research its original features. Understanding what you’re working with makes it easier to plan your restoration accurately and effectively so you can successfully transform your space inside and out!
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Home remodeling projects can be exciting and nerve-wracking all at the same time. Whether you’ve just completed a major renovation or made some small improvements, there are still some things to consider once the project is finished. In this blog post, we’ll discuss what steps to take after a successful home remodel so that you can get the most out of your project and make sure your space looks great for years to come.
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Design trends come and go, but inspiration can be found practically anywhere when it comes to remodeling your home. Each country and time period feature unique materials, textures and styles that can influence design today. From minimalism in Japan to luxe baroque styles in Italy, endless design concepts from all over the globe can give you ideas for your next remodel. Here’s a look at 15 of the most popular international design influences today that can inspire your home remodeling project.
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When you see a pre-loved home that you’re interested in buying, don’t immediately assume that it’s perfect the way it is. Whether you want to configure its living space to host parties with guests or you need the perfect kitchen that can help you prepare and cook your family’s meals, you need to consider a renovation for it to suit your needs and preferences. More often than not, no pre-built home is perfect right away upon purchase.
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If you are planning a renovation project, one of the things you may be worried about is overbuilding. Overbuilding your property may lead you to pump energy into a structure that you rarely use, significantly increasing your utility bills over time. However, when it comes to home additions, you start from scratch, giving you the opportunity to build an energy-efficient home from the ground up.
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For homeowners, nothing is quite as exciting – and as terrifying – as a major remodel. On one hand, it offers the perfect opportunity to turn your home into the space you’ve always wanted. But on the other hand, the project involves making plenty of important decisions, and you’ll need to be careful lest you find yourself with remodeler’s remorse. This is when a remodel, which may have started out so well, is bogged down by mistakes or delays – some that are inadvertent, some that aren’t. Fortunately, remodeling regrets can be easily avoided. Here are some useful 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
