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What Should You Consider When Planning Your Backyard Remodel?
Creating the ideal home isn’t just about interiors, it’s about creating an attractive outdoor environment as well. That’s why more and more homeowners are choosing backyard remodels to create the perfect stay-cation, and to extend entertaining and living areas beyond...
9 Steps to Planning a Whole House Remodel (Without Pulling Your Hair Out)
If you're planning a whole house remodel, it's important to get the remodeling process right the first time. That's why so many homeowners choose to work with Gordon Reese Design Build, as we've been in business for over years and have an A+ rating. Planning a Whole...
Should I Choose a Contractor with an In-House Crew or One That Hires Out to Subcontractors?
The contractor you choose for your home remodel is the professional you will work closely with throughout your project. It’s important to understand how your contractor will work on your home and who they’re likely to bring into your space. While you may speak with...
4 Easy Ways to Keep Track of Your Home Design and Remodel Ideas
Planning your dream remodel is not a simple task. You'll need to collect every piece of inspiration, research every design option, and talk to every contractor. Monitoring everything in an easy and organized way can be even more tricky. Below are three options you can...
The Ideal Kitchen Design and How Your Kitchen Compares
Whether you’re an aspiring gourmet chef who likes to spend hours in the kitchen or a busy parent who prepares meals for your family every night, you want a kitchen that looks good and functions well. Do you often find that cooking takes longer than you’d like? Do you...
Who Is Responsible For Pulling Permits In My Home Remodel?
When remodeling your home, it's important to work with the appropriate building permits. Although this might be confusing to most homeowners, it's something you need to pay special attention to. Otherwise, you're putting yourself and your building plans at risk. If...
Heated Bathroom Floors: The Pros and Cons
There’s no doubt that heated bathroom floors are a luxury more than a necessity. But they’re a luxury you may decide is worthwhile when you step onto cold tiles on a winter morning. Heated bathroom floors not only make your bathroom more comfortable and appealing, but...
Planning A Smart Kitchen Design
Your kitchen is the hub of your home. It’s a gathering place. That’s why the design of your kitchen is so important. So, if you want to spice things up, an upgrade is a worthwhile investment. A smart kitchen has one of two features. It can either utilize smart...
5 Tips for Building Your Walnut Creek In-Law Unit
Do you want to add more living space to your property in Walnut Creek by building an in-law unit? In-law units add considerable value to your property while offering comfort and private accommodation for visiting guests. The good news is that due to the shortage of...
Top 7 Child-Friendly Kitchen Island Designs
Kitchen island designs are trending for good reasons. They’re stylish, great for entertaining and meal prep, plus they can add countertop space to a cramped galley kitchen. In fact, some households are even doubling them up! So if you have little ones at home, here...