Lisa

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pergolas, Blog, Deck renovation, Home Improvements, Outdoor Living Space

A two-story beige house with a covered patio and outdoor seating area features desert landscaping with bushes, rocks, and flowering plants under a clear blue sky—a pergola is remarkably versatile for enhancing such outdoor spaces.

What to Know About Adding a Pergola

Lisa

Aging in Place, Blog, Design, Kitchen Remodels, Universal Design

Modern kitchen designed for aging in place, with gray cabinets, stainless steel appliances including a double oven and range hood, a large refrigerator, gas stove, white countertops, and light wood flooring. Cutting boards and utensils sit on the counter.

10 Ways to Design a Kitchen for Aging in Place

Lisa

Bathroom Remodels, Blog, curbless showers, Design, Universal Design

Modern bathroom with a large glass-enclosed shower, built-in bench for comfort, beige tiles, double sink vanity, wall mirror, towel racks, hanging gray robe, and a separate toilet—renovate your bathroom with accessibility in mind.

11 Ways to Age Proof Your Bathroom

Lisa

Blog, Contractors, Home Improvements, Home Remodels

Single-story gray house with a red front door, attached carport, and a small front patio. Recent whole home renovation includes fresh landscaping with a tree, flower bed, and green lawn under a clear blue sky. — Award Winning Whole Home Remodel + Addition in Arcadia, AZ

10 Times to Hire a General Contractor

Lisa

Trends, Blog, Design, Home Remodels

Modern kitchen with light green cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a gas stove with a range hood, double wall ovens, and a large refrigerator. Light countertops and a white tile backsplash reflect the latest in Home Design Trends.

35 Inspiring Home Design Trends for 2023

Lisa

Blog, Design, Home Improvements, Kitchen Remodels, Lifestyle, storage

A modern kitchen showcases how to store kitchen tools with open drawers revealing organized utensils and cookware, white cabinets, a tiled backsplash accented by a decorative blue tile, and terracotta floor tiles.

How to Store Kitchen Tools and Flatware

Lisa

Blog, Design Builds, Home Improvements, Kitchen Remodels

Modern kitchen with a large island featuring must-have kitchen design features like a white countertop, four wooden stools, gray cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and three round pendant lights above the island.

Must Haves for Your Dream Kitchen

Lisa

Kitchen Remodels, Blog, Design, Home Improvements, Home Remodels, Lifestyle, Sinks

Modern kitchen with blue and white cabinets, a marble countertop island that’s the best place for the kitchen sink, stainless steel appliances, a copper range hood, decorative tile backsplash, and warm lighting.

Where Should You Put the Kitchen Sink?

Lisa

Blog, Design, Home Improvements, Lifestyle, Trends

A stylish living room with dark green walls, a fireplace, modern green and brown armchairs, and a teal sofa inspires you to build a color palette. Natural light streams in through beige curtains, highlighting the large potted plant and framed art.

How to Build a Color Palette in 5 Simple Steps

Lisa

spray foam insulation, Blog, Budget, Contractors, Design Builds, Home Improvements, Home Remodels

A gloved hand operates a spray foam gun, applying white spray foam insulation onto a surface.

Insulation Basics: What to Know About Spray Foam

Lisa