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Renovation Solutions: What a remodeling contractor says about architects
Read More: Renovation Solutions: What a remodeling contractor says about architects(before) This beautiful deck and pergola remodel was the result of a great collaborative effort between the architect, general contractor, and steel fabricator. (Kevin Bunnell, Renovation Design Group) Most people who don’t use an architect for a home remodeling project either think the job is too small, or they aren’t educated on the value of…
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Renovation Solutions: Home remodeling horror stories
Read More: Renovation Solutions: Home remodeling horror storiesEditor’s note: Portions of this column were previously published on deseretnews.com. Happy Halloween! In honor of the scary holiday, we want to discuss some of the most common remodeling nightmares: total budget annihilation, the great disappearing contractor, and the never-ending project house. The good news is these remodeling nightmares can be avoided with careful planning…
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Renovation Solutions: Converting garages to living space
Read More: Renovation Solutions: Converting garages to living spaceEditor’s note: Portions of this column were previously published on deseretnews.com. Finding existing space in your home to repurpose, convert into living space or reconfigure may take some creativity. Last week, we discussed how to creatively remodel existing space with attic conversions. This week, let’s talk about converting a garage into living space. The original…
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Renovation Solutions: 5 signs it is time to remodel
Read More: Renovation Solutions: 5 signs it is time to remodelThere are many factors that might motivate a person to take on the challenge of remodeling a home. Some homeowners may have a specific event that finally pushes them over the edge to remodel (such as the last child leaving for college), while others may just feel it is finally time to execute the dream.…
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Renovation Solutions: Selecting a garage door for a higher return
Read More: Renovation Solutions: Selecting a garage door for a higher returnFor the past few weeks we have been discussing the top individual remodeling projects that yield the highest return on investment as rated by Remodeling Magazine’s Cost vs. Value report for 2013-2014. We’ve talked about front doors, wooden decks and attic bedroom additions. This week we will be discussing garage door selection. This garage door…
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Renovation Solutions: Bungalow turned loft: Homeowner wouldn’t change a thing
Read More: Renovation Solutions: Bungalow turned loft: Homeowner wouldn’t change a thingFor this week’s column, we wanted to revisit one of our most unique remodeling projects: the bungalow/loft. While we know that such a contemporary style may not be everyone’s cup of tea, this project shows how bold and creative you can be with a home remodel and still have your home blend into the neighborhood.…
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Family’s new garage finally functions like a garage
Read More: Family’s new garage finally functions like a garageBy Ann Robinson and Annie Schwemmer The Ashworth family came to us needing two things from their garage: a place to park their cars and some much-needed additional storage space. Though the existing 1920s garage was large, the doors were so narrow that getting 21st century cars in was a chore. In addition, the leaky,…
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Garage Renovations: Remodel garage and simply organize to best use space
Read More: Garage Renovations: Remodel garage and simply organize to best use spaceBy Ann Robinson and Annie Schwemmer When you live in the Rocky Mountains, a good garage can significantly improve your life. If you have ever faced early mornings scraping the snow and ice off your car, you know the advantages of being able to park it in a sheltered space. Prepainted steel doors with a…
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New garage door adds curb appeal
Read More: New garage door adds curb appealBy Ann Robinson and Annie Schwemmer Last week’s column touted the importance of a high-functioning, well-designed garage. But it also cited a reality check to the costs involved. If you already have a garage that functions but lacks luster, there are ways to upgrade without paying for a new garage. Our first “renovation-alternative” is to…
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Garage remodel enhances home
Read More: Garage remodel enhances homeBy Ann Robinson and Annie Schwemmer For some, garages are among the least exciting home-renovation projects. But for others, the garage is the only exciting home renovation project. The truth is, because a garage is one of the most useful and practical elements of your home, it holds a great deal of potential for making…
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New garage door can add zing
Read More: New garage door can add zingBy Ann Robinson and Annie Vernon We’ve talked about doors for a few weeks now, and we’ll conclude with a discussion of the largest door in your home: your garage door. Changing out that old garage door can do wonders for your home’s curb appeal as well as its energy-efficiency and safety. Many older homes…
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Enhance home with new garage
Read More: Enhance home with new garageBy Ann Robinson and Annie Vernon Garages are a typical problem in older Salt Lake neighborhoods. You’ll find garages too small for modern vehicles; garages built for one car when the family has two; garages with ceilings too low for today’s cars; garages that are structurally unsound and deteriorating; and garages placed too close to…
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Help garage fulfill its potential
Read More: Help garage fulfill its potentialBy Ann Robinson and Annie Vernon With a narrow driveway, a one-car carport and no parking on the street, parking was always an issue for the Smith family. For some, garages are among the least exciting home renovation projects. But for others, the garage is the only exciting home renovation project. The truth is, because…
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Tap unused space in house, garage for extra storage
Read More: Tap unused space in house, garage for extra storageBy Ann Robinson and Annie Vernon Something about spring invokes the urge to get rid of winter clutter and tidy up the home. If you’ve “de-junked” your home but still feel like you don’t have enough room to hold everything, it’s probably time to create more effective storage space. Well-designed storage spaces not only make…