BENEFITS OF REMODELING YOUR BASEMENT The increase of additional living space at the lowest cost Increase your square footage of up to...

Thinking of remodeling your kitchen? Kitchens are king when it comes to return on investment. Remodeling a kitchen is quite an experience...

Over this past holiday season we all no doubt did a little reflecting on what changes we would like to make in the New Year. The tough...

The weather is changing and yes you’ll be spending a lot of time indoors. Before you get the winter blues consider some home improvement...

Yep, hate to say it, but it is that time of the year again. Soon, winter will be upon us and we will wonder where did the time go! Now...

Can we finally say summer is here? The weather in the Midwest has been all over the board but if you are like me I am really enjoying...

Architecturally Speaking of Northbrook, Illinois Receives Best Of Houzz 2014 Award Annual Survey and Analysis of 16 Million Monthly Users...

Cabana storage cabinets Several years ago our clients had built a cabana beside their pool including a family size couch, exterior grade...

I recently finished a beautiful master bath remodel. It's always fun to be able to help my customers turn a problem into a solution! Read...

Summer is a great time for tackling those home improvement projects you’ve been thinking about. Certain home improvement projects will...

Creative design by Jim Butz, Architecturally Speaking, to construct a built-in space for a flat TV in a restored farmhouse, is featured...

After one of the hottest summers on record, fall is a welcome relief to many. Soon, winter will be here. Now is an optimal time to...

I came across a very interesting and well written blog by Patrick Roden, PhD. He took Stephen Coveys concepts on how to create a better...

Thinking of remodeling your kitchen? It’s quite an experience with the dust, the noise, and all the workers coming into the house. And of...

Now that you have selected the appropriate laminate flooring, it’s time to install! This blog will simplify how to lay the flooring. ...

Are you considering putting a laminate floor in your home, apartment or condo? While having a professional carpenter install the...

Congratulations, you have selected a contractor for your project!  Now what?  Well, there are some details that are important to know in...

You’ve decided that your remodeling project needs to get done.  Now you need to determine which contractor is the best man or woman for...

Exterior • Do a walk-a-round to inspect your siding, roof shingles and windows for excessive ware due to Old Man Winter. Repair any wood...