Kitchen and Bathroom are not the only way to increase the value of your home. Many other areas of the house can use a facelift. We have compiled a list of 7 design projects to improve your home value and allow you to fall in love with your home. Read on to learn more about a few design projects to fit your budget.
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Designing a new kitchen, bath, office, wet bar, entertainment center, and more can be exciting and overwhelming. However, the Friel design consultation process is so much fun, and those overwhelming feelings seem to melt away. Read on to learn how Friel Kitchen and Bath designers take the time to listen to your wants and needs.
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When is the best time of the year to start a kitchen remodel? Friel Kitchen & Bath Design Centers get asked this question quite often, and in our experience, it’s essential to have the design plan completed in the first part of the year. Since the kitchen is a highly used part of your home, it may seem like never, but hear us out. Read on to learn why now is the time to start a kitchen remodel.
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Bathrooms are exciting spaces in our homes; most importantly, they help us start and end our days. Planning bathrooms need careful consideration of bathroom codes, fixtures, bathtubs, showers, lighting, toilets, storage, functionality, space planning, and size. Read on to learn more about some Bathroom Design FAQs.
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Looking for an element of surprise in your next home design project? We created a list of 10 fun features to include in your next home design project. It’s not just the wow factor we are after but also the additional functionality that can add to the house’s value.
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When it comes to interior design — and particularly costly kitchens that have the potential to show the greatest return on investment — many homeowners are torn. Should they follow trending kitchen design predictions and choose elements that offer mass appeal or go with their gut and put personal tastes on full display? A balance of these methods can produce livable and lasting results, but you’ll need to have your finger on the pulse of what’s trending to begin. Here’s a breakdown of the Forbes 2023 design forecast stating what’s on the way out, along with perspective from designers in the trenches.
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Before you go all-in on a chef’s kitchen, it’s best to make sure it’s what you want. Unlike a gourmet kitchen, which features high-end but casual upgrades, a chef’s kitchen calls for professional tools suitable for commercial-grade applications. If this is what you’re looking for — perhaps you entertain frequently or you’re starting a business in your home kitchen — here are a few key considerations.
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Are you in the market for new bathroom flooring? With so many bathroom flooring options available, it can be hard to know what to choose. There is no right or wrong answer when it comes to flooring, as everyone has different needs and different tastes. But if you need a little inspiration, consider these top bathroom flooring options for your home.
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There are many elements you need to balance when starting a home remodeling project. One of the most important tasks is to create a color palette. A color palette will guide your entire project and ensure that all design elements come together to create a cohesive look at the end.
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When beginning a home improvement project, you will likely encounter many myths. From the idea that bigger is always better to the assumption that replacing never costs less than repair, there is a startling amount of misinformation. Understanding why seven common home improvement myths don’t hold true can help alleviate some of this confusion.
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