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5 Benefits of Skylights: Why To Include Skylights in Your Home Renovation
TL;DR: Skylights are a beautiful and functional addition to any home renovation, offering natural light, enhanced aesthetics, and energy efficiency. Properly installed modern skylights won’t leak and may boost home value. With options for every room and style, skylights can transform even the darkest spaces into bright, open environments. Natural Light: Brightens interiors and mimics […]
What is Design Build Remodeling?
TL;DR: Design-build remodeling offers homeowners a streamlined, cost-effective renovation process with a single point of contact from design through construction. Unlike traditional models that use subcontractors, design-build ensures accountability, efficiency, and fewer headaches. Ideal for custom projects, it’s a smart choice for those seeking smooth, professional home upgrades. Reduces reliance on subcontractors, improving quality and […]
2025 Home Renovations That Add Value
TL;DR: In 2025, smart, sustainable, and aesthetic-focused renovations offer the highest returns. While kitchens and bathrooms remain top-value areas, updates like living rooms, veneers, and garage doors also boost resale value. Staying on trend with “Earthy Luxe” design and working with experienced remodelers like Lars Remodeling maximizes your investment. Smart & Sustainable Renovations High-ROI Projects […]
If You Own a Historical House, Can You Renovate It? Understanding Historical Property Regulations
TL;DR – What’s Inside If You Own a Historical House, Can You Renovate It? Yes—but there are rules. What You Can (and Can’t) Do Know the dos and don’ts before you start. Navigating Approvals and Permissions Understand permits, review boards, and the risks of skipping approvals. Renovating Historic Houses with The Right Help Work with […]
Are Kitchen Islands Going Out of Style?
TLDR: Why Kitchen Islands Aren’t Going Out of Style Why Traditional Islands Are Fading Large fixed islands often hinder space and flow. Modern Island Trends Waterfall-edge Butcher block Movable Multi-tiered or Split-level Double islands Islands w/ built-in furniture L-shaped islands Do you know what Neil Patrick Harris and John Legend have in common? A kitchen […]
How to Build a New Custom Home with Lars Remodeling Contractors
TL;DR: Building a custom home offers unmatched personalization, tailored to your unique needs and style. Lars Remodeling provides expert design-build services to guide clients from concept to completion, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery with transparent communication throughout the process. Custom homes differ from production homes by offering fully personalized designs Start with a design consultation […]
Expanding Your Home: How to Add Square Footage with Purpose and Elegance
As lifestyles evolve and families expand, the desire to create a bigger living space is a function of necessity as well as elevating how you live. So, how do you add square footage tastefully and with style that feels like yours? We’ll explore how in this guide. Expanding Interior Living with Purpose When adding new […]
How to Design My Own Home: Working with a Contractor to Design Your Perfect Home
Designing your own home is a dream for many homeowners; imagining a space that reflects your lifestyle, personality, and daily routine. It’s exciting to envision the possibilities, from how natural light flows through each room to selecting the right layout for entertaining or privacy. But once you move from ideas to execution, the process can […]
Are Home Renovations Tax Deductible?
Whether you’re updating a kitchen or adding new features, you’ve probably wondered if home renovation has tax deductible options that can help you save money. The truth is that certain home improvement projects can yield valuable tax benefits, but not every type of improvement automatically lowers your tax bill. Understanding what home renovations are tax […]
6 Home Architecture Trends to Watch Out For in 2025
The world of home architecture styles is ever-evolving, and 2025 promises a fresh surge of home and architectural trends that emphasize sustainability, innovation, and aesthetic appeal. From the latest new home construction trends to emerging architectural practice methods, homeowners, architects, and developers have much to look forward to. Below are six new home architecture trends […]
