Find invaluable resources and inspiration for your home and your life with detail-oriented stories, design how-tos, and recipes from resident experts from Lars Remodeling and Design. This is your one place for all information and imagination you require.
One of the best ways to gain additional space on your property is through a granny flat construction or remodeling project. Using this smart design option involves converting the home’s garage space into living space, which enhances the value of your home in a cost-effective manner. Converting a Garage to Living Space Because a garage […]
Should I stay or should I go? It’s a question almost all homeowners ask after a few years in the same space. Most houses aren’t perfect. But is the solution to remodel the existing floor plan or move to a different home? Both options have advantages and disadvantages, and the answer is different for every […]
Typically you renovate your home to make it more stylish or spacious. What if you also made it smarter at the same time? Thanks to technologies like wireless internet and connected devices, you can enhance your home with artificial intelligence. It may sound like something from the Jetsons, but it really just makes your lifestyle […]
Finding the best kitchen appliances isn’t as simple as Googling “best kitchen appliances” and picking the dishwasher, oven, or refrigerator with the best reviews. Why? Because what’s best for one person could be just satisfactory for you. For example, let’s say you look up the best oven and discover numerous lists that say that one […]
Kitchen designs range from classical to contemporary, with a whole myriad of options in between. When choosing the right kitchen style for your home you need to think about two key things: the styles you like and the styles that will work in your home.
Choosing kitchen cabinets is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when it comes to planning your kitchen remodel. Kitchen cabinets set the style and feel for the whole kitchen but the amount of choices you need to make to settle on your ideal cabinets can feel overwhelming. Lars Remodeling & Design is here […]
Remodeling the exterior of your property is a like a puzzle, where each piece fits together to create the beautiful finished home. Whether you’re planning on a full exterior remodel or just updating a key feature, you’ll need to think about these three areas before starting:
Countertops are a key part of any kitchen remodel playing not just a practical role but also helping create the look and feel for your newly remodeled room. The number of available materials might surprise you, use our guide to find the perfect countertops for your kitchen remodel. How is your kitchen used? The first […]
Design-build turns the traditional building process into a streamlined construction project. The design and construction process Traditional Building Method Design-Build Construction Conceptual Design Conceptual Design Initial Drawings Price Established Architect and Engineer Detailed Drawings Architect and Engineer Detailed Drawings based on approved and cost-based plans Bids From Construction Companies Permit(s) Pulled Price Established Interior Design […]
Remodeling your Kitchen – Why to begin with appliances Many remodeling guides suggest that choosing your kitchen layout and cabinetry should be completed before you choose your appliances, but this may not be the best option for everyone. If you’re an aspiring chef, are passionate about appliances, or just love to cook, then choosing your […]