The Design Matters Blog
Advice On New Home Design And Construction, Kitchen And Bath Remodeling, And Living Space Renovation.
What's Best, a Cooktop and Wall Oven or a Range When Remodeling?
When remodeling your kitchen, what is the best choice for cooking appliances, a cooktop, and wall oven combination or a traditional range or stove?
What Makes The Most Sense, Home Remodeling or Moving?
We examine the pros and cons of remodeling your existing home versus selling your existing house and moving to a new home.
What To Look For When Choosing Interior Doors For a Remodel
Learn the styles and types of interior doors available when considering home remodel or renovation in Ann Arbor, MI.
The Pros and Cons of Common Kitchen Floor Plan Shapes Described
This article looks at the five most common kitchen floor plan shapes. Peninsula, L shaped, U shaped, Galley and one wall kitchen layouts are reviewed.
The Good and Bad: Marble Countertops in a Kitchen Remodel
If you're willing to perform regular maintenance to keep it looking its best, marble countertops can be a beautiful and versatile option for your home.
Exterior Doors - The Pros and Cons of Wood, Steel and Fiberglass
Learn the pros, cons, and costs of different types of exterior doors, wood, steel, and fiberglass. Your front entry door is a solid investment.
Learn The Dimensions and Get Tips On Designing A Walk-In Closet
Get our remodeling tips for design a walk in closet. We've even included recommendations for closet dimensions.
Kitchen Expansion - Making a Kitchen Larger During A Remodel
When remodeling, we often get requests for making a kitchen larger. Get our kitchen expansion tips for your Ann Arbor kitchen remodel.
Selecting a Master Suite Bathroom Vanity With Your Home Designer
Choosing a bathroom vanity for a master suite design is a big decision. Read what to consider when working with your design-build remodeler.
Are Pocket Doors A Good Idea For A Home Remodel?
Barn doors are all the rage but pocket doors may be a better solution for bathroom privacy, walk-in kitchen pantries and more.
A Remodelers Advice on Designing A Master Suite Addition
Get a remodelers advice on adding a master suite addition to your Ann Arbor home. Learn the best master suite design ideas.
Remodeling with Silver And Gold - Mixing Metals in Your Kitchen Design
Mixing metals when choosing faucets, hardware, and lighting fixtures is a hot trend when designing and remodeling a kitchen.
Choosing The Best Shower Tile For A Master Bath Design and Remodel
A master bath design often includes a walk-in shower. Learn what to look for in a shower tile when remodeling a bathroom
Why Undercabinet Lighting is a Must Have For Kitchen Renovations
When undergoing kitchen renovations, you'll be asked to make hundreds of choices. One item that is a modern must have is under cabinet lighting.
Love Cooking? A Home Renovation Guide To Kitchen Appliances
If you're considering a home renovation, you'll need to choose kitchen appliances before you begin the layout and cabinet design.
Building Requirements For Interior Remodeling in Ann Arbor
All cities have a permitting and inspection process for interior remodeling. We've compiled a checklist of construction specifications required by the City of Ann Arbor.
Common Kitchen Layout Mistakes To Steer Clear Of When Renovating
A kitchen remodel and design is a complex building process. Learn the common kitchen layout mistakes you should avoid.
The Pros and Cons of a Metal Roof vs Shingles
In Ann Arbor, summers are hot and it snows in the winter. We compare metal roof vs shingles for an addition or an exterior home remodel.
Is A Residential Self Cleaning Toilet Good For A Primary Bathroom?
If you're considering a primary bath remodel you owe it to yourself to look into a self cleaning toilet. Learn more about high tech toilets.
This Old House Makes DIY Look Easy, Learn Why To Hire a Remodeler
Watching This Old House makes people want to restore an antique home themselves. Then they hear what is actually required. Learn why remodeling your existing home makes sense.