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Maximizing Space in Your Family Home: Smart Solutions for Growing Families
As your family grows, it can feel like your house is shrinking! Suddenly, that cozy space you once loved starts feeling cramped. But...

Sammy Blackowiak
21 hours ago4 min read
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Trend Alert: Designs to Inspire Your Next Project for 2025
If you're ready to refresh your space and looking for some design inspo, you're in the right place! The new year is just around the...

Sammy Blackowiak
Apr 174 min read
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DIY Projects that Add Character to Your Home & Where the Pros Can Be Helpful
Let’s be real—builder-grade homes are practical, but sometimes they lack that unique personality you want in your space. The good news?...

Sammy Blackowiak
Mar 264 min read
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Alvarado Remodel Kids Bath Reveal
When it comes to making a house feel like home, it’s all about the details. This project began with a new build bathroom that, while...

Sammy Blackowiak
Nov 20, 20243 min read
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Bathroom Remodel Trends You’ll Love: What’s In and Why
Remodeling a bathroom can feel overwhelming at the start, but it's also exciting when you realize just how many ways you can transform...

Sammy Blackowiak
Nov 8, 20244 min read
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Don't Overlook Your Mudroom! A Refresh That Adds Character and Functionality
Mudrooms are one of those spaces that often go unnoticed until you realize how essential they are—especially in the Midwest, where...

Sammy Blackowiak
Nov 4, 20243 min read
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From Builder-Grade to Beautiful: Our Latest Fireplace Transformation
As the cooler weather rolls in, nothing says “cozy” like a fireplace that not only warms up your home but also adds a touch of elegance...

Sammy Blackowiak
Oct 2, 20243 min read
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10 Tips for Mixing Metals in Your Space
This is a trend we are big fans of in our remodeling projects and used most recently in our Bittern project’s basement bath. Mixing...

Sammy Blackowiak
Jul 30, 20243 min read
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What to Look for in an Outdated Home Before Deciding to Buy/ Renovate
We’re getting into a topic we deal with on the daily: what to look for in an outdated home before deciding to purchase and fix it up.

Sammy Blackowiak
Jul 8, 20244 min read
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How to Decorate Your Home on a Budget: Creating Stylish Spaces Without Breaking the Bank
As a homeowner or someone about to become one, I'm sure you've imagined all of the fun ways you want to decorate your new space. The...

Sammy Blackowiak
Dec 22, 20236 min read
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A Homeowner's Guide: Choosing the Perfect Kitchen Countertops
If you’re anything like us, you purchased a home that wasn’t exactly your style but had potential you could work with until you could...

Sammy Blackowiak
Jun 15, 20233 min read
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House Hack? More Like Life Hack
Fun fact about Jarod and I, we got married on July 10th, 2021 at 22 years old and 10 days later closed on our first home in the town we...

Sammy Blackowiak
Jun 2, 20234 min read
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What Design Category Fits Your Style?
Designing your home can be a fun and exciting process, but with so many different design styles to choose from, it can be overwhelming to...

Sammy Blackowiak
May 16, 20232 min read
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How to Find Your Design Style
Your home is a reflection of your personality, and your design style should portray that. However, finding your own design style can be...

Sammy Blackowiak
Apr 23, 20232 min read
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