So you’ve decided to remodel a room (or several rooms) in your home, and you’re researching and interviewing firms to help make your vision a reality. Congratulations! But if you’re like most homeowners, you may feel somewhat confused as the estimates start to arrive. Because every remodeling company has its own process for developing estimates,…
DetailsWant to build on your own lot in Chicago or the North Shore? Congratulations! It’s an exciting time for you and your family. But if you’re land shopping before you choose your builder, you may be making an expensive mistake. All lots are not created equal, and the location, features and regulations that apply to…
DetailsIt’s no secret that when you live in the city, in a luxury high-rise or an historic brownstone, working within the existing footprint of your unit can be challenging since you don’t have the luxury of building up or adding a room like you do in a single-family home. But that doesn’t mean you don’t…
DetailsWhich room in your home do you spend time in every day but often overlook? Your master closet. And today’s homeowners are looking for ways to enhance the level of luxury and organization by building a luxury custom walk in closet in their new homes or upgrading their standard closets with custom closets that offer…
DetailsIf you’re interested in going green when it comes to building your new luxury home, you’re in good company; research shows that 61% of consumers are interested in sustainability and environmentally-friendly home features. But what are the real benefits of creating an energy-efficient house, what role does insulation play in energy-efficiency and what other elements…
DetailsThe complete open-concept kitchen in this remodeled Chicago home is nothing like its tiny, cramped predecessor. The kitchen cabinets are the same style but with different finishes; the perimeter cabinets are matte twilight while the island cabinets are champagne. The metal base on the blue leather bar stools complements the sleek stainless steel appliances. The…
DetailsSunrooms are one of the most popular ways to add space and value to your home while increasing your family’s enjoyment. A sunroom lets you experience the beauty of the outdoors without subjecting yourself to harsh temperatures, inclement weather or hungry bugs. Are you in the process of finding a contractor for remodeling your porch…
DetailsIf you’re considering remodeling your basement but aren’t sure where to start, you aren’t alone. Many homeowners interested in basement remodeling services in Chicago and the North Shore know that they want to do something to their basement, but aren’t sure how to make the most of the square footage. Have we just described you?…
DetailsSo you want to add room and improve the livability of your current home and you’re interested in adding on, but you aren’t certain where to start. That’s understandable. Figuring out how to plan for an addition on your existing house can be a challenging process, just like finding a contractor for the remodeling itself.…
DetailsSo you’ve weighed the pros and cons of buying an existing luxury home versus building your custom dream home and you’ve decided to take the construction plunge. Congratulations! Now comes one of the most important and exciting parts of your home building adventure—selecting the lot on which your new home will be constructed. Whether you…
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