Design | Build
Turn Your Fixer-Upper to Fabulous
Buying the worst house in the best neighborhood has its perks! Through renovation, you can create your fabulous home, in a highly desirable location to boot. The value of your fixer upper home will skyrocket once it’s completed. Add style, functionality and more space to a drab fixer upper home while undergoing renovations with the…
Read MoreEco-Friendly Design: Salvaging Materials for Your New Melville Home
Instead of buying shiny and new, salvaging materials for home décor has become more popular than ever. Not only is it eco-friendly and creative, reclaimed materials won’t break the bank! What you or someone else might consider trash can get an entirely new life by repurposing it and giving it a new story. If you’re…
Read MoreRenovate in the Neighborhood You Know and Love
Most homeowners find themselves at a crossroads at some point in their lives; deciding whether to take on a home renovation to add space and modernize the home or pick up the family and move to another house. Center Island Contracting’s local contractors can help renovate your home, which is already located in the neighborhood…
Read MoreKnock Down and Re-Build in the Neighborhood of your Choice
If you love your current neighborhood or have a neighborhood in mind that suits your family perfectly, but your house simply doesn’t fit your family anymore, it’s time to knock down and re-build. Your local contractors at Center Island Contracting can make this dream a reality, giving your family the best of both worlds. Don’t…
Read MoreTips for Outdoor Living Space Design
Winter might just be getting started, but it’s likely most of us are dreaming about warmer days. Whether you have a large backyard or a small deck to work with, outdoor living is an important aspect of home life, making the warmer months much more enjoyable. Outdoor living has become a lifestyle, which is why…
Read MoreDon’t Move, Make Room for your Family with New Addition
There comes a time in every family’s life when you’ve officially outgrown your living space. Whether you’ve added more children to the family, had an aging parent move in or simply accumulated more things over the years, there’s no arguing it’s time for more space. The remodel experts at Center Island Contracting can help add…
Read MoreHome Design Trends for 2020
The design experts at Center Island Contracting are always up on the latest trends when it comes to home design for your home renovations and new home construction projects. As we near the end yet another successful year, we’re proud of the work we’ve done in 2019 and have our sights set on 2020. A…
Read MoreMust Haves for a Landscape Remodel in Huntington Bay
Are you looking to boost your home’s curb appeal? There’s nothing more pleasing to the eye than a picturesque landscape remodel. Impress your guests before they have the chance to step inside with an impeccably designed front yard. The design experts at Center Island Contracting can help create a front yard layout that’s sure to…
Read MoreMost Practical Home Upgrades for Your Long Island Remodel that Add the Most Value
When embarking upon a home remodeling project, it’s important to consider all angles of the investment you’re making and whether it’s a smart one. Home upgrades should not only be valuable to you, they should also be valuable to potential homebuyers. The financial aspect of a Long Island remodel is to do your research on…
Read MoreLong Island Remodel: Pros and Cons of Vaulted Ceilings
If your family is undergoing a Long Island remodel and are considering adding vaulted ceilings to your design plans, you’ve come to the right place. The experts at Center Island Contracting have put together a list of pros and cons for those who haven’t decided whether to add this feature to their final plans. Vaulted…
Read MoreHome Exterior Changes That Make You Want to Renovate Instead of Move
Small home exterior changes can go a long way, even if you’re on a budget. When your home starts to look tired and outdated, it can be tempting to book an appointment with your local real estate agent and look at what else is out there. We think some home exterior changes could be the…
Read MoreQuestions to Ask Your Contractor About Renovating Before Moving In
Once you’ve made the decision to renovate your new home before moving in, there’s a good chance you will have an excess of questions for your contractor. We know your family is anxious to move into the new house and it can be difficult to delay the process even further when you can feel your…
Read More4 Signs it’s Time to Knock Down & Rebuild
Knock down and rebuild projects should be determined case by case. Not every home needs to be demolished, and homeowners can get their desired results by remodeling. There are certain factors that should be considered before deciding to knock down and rebuild, but most of the time it’s because you love the location the house…
Read MoreReasons the Design/Build Firm Method Works
Design-build firms bring quality to a new construction or home remodeling project that homeowners just can’t achieve doing it on their own. There are many advantages of using a design-build firm like Center Island Contracting on your construction project, with just a few being staying on time and within budget, having a team in place…
Read MoreProduct Selections For Your Home & Why You Get What You Pay For
When building new home construction with Center Island Contracting, you have the ability to customize your home from soup to nuts at our selection center. Your new home can reflect your personal taste and style with finishes like cabinets, tiles, faucets, and flooring picked to your liking. Our selection center is your one-stop-shop for high…
Read MoreAdvantages of Renovating Before Moving In
Buying a new home is one of the most rewarding and exciting new beginnings to embark upon, but if your new house needs some renovations done it can stir up some questions on how to proceed. In your giddy excitement, should you move your family in right away and wait to undergo renovations, or should…
Read More3 Ways You Can Save When Remodeling
3 Ways You Can Save When Remodeling Home renovations can easily get pricey, so figuring out ways to save is something worth looking into. It is possible to obtain your dream remodel with a budget you can afford; you just have to be strategic about it. Find out ways to cut corners, saving a bit…
Read MoreRelocate to Long Island with the Help of Center Island Contracting
Relocating to Long Island means you will need some help from the experts, and rest assured we’re here to help every step of the way. Whether you plan on undergoing a new home construction, renovating an existing home you bought or plan to knock down and rebuild, our contractors will ensure your move is seamless…
Read MoreOpen Floor Plans: Why One-Story Homes are Desirable
It’s hard to find a new construction home without an open floor plan these days. This blog will explore the reasons why an open floor plan, in addition to having a one-story home, can provide a list of advantages for homeowners, especially if homeowners want to live in the home for the remainder of their…
Read MoreCenter Island Contracting’s 3-Step New Home Construction Process
Building a new construction home means completely customizing your new house with the floor plan and design that fits your family’s needs. Our design-build firm has an extensive library of floor plans and home designs to choose from, custom-designed to your style and budget. Whether your family chooses to select a model from our floor…
Read More8 Things to Ask your Contractor Before Starting a Home Remodel
It’s not every year that we do a home remodel, so it’s completely understandable if you’re a little clueless going into one. After all, it’s what the experts at Center Island Contracting are here for! As a design-build firm, we’re here to become your point of contact for all phases of the project; from design…
Read MoreMother/Daughter Home Conversions Create More Space with Two Separate Living Areas
Home conversions from a single family home to a mother/daughter home might be exactly what your family needs to reduce the cost of living or provide support for an aging parent. Mother/daughter conversions can create two separate living spaces, complete with two separate entrances, for independence and privacy. Most floor plans are not suitable for…
Read MoreDesign / Build Process and its Benefits
Design-build firms are the only way to get through a home remodeling or new home construction project with as little stress as possible. Its benefits are unparalleled and include quicker project completion time, cost savings, open communication, budget management and the list goes on. But what exactly is the design-build process? In a nutshell, design-build…
Read MoreWhy a Design / Build Firm Serves the Client Much Better
The design-build firm method is tried and true; just ask our thousands of happy customers! Simply put, design-build firms serve the client much better by taking the stress out of your hands. Our knowledgeable and talented team of construction professionals can provide you with all the services you need to complete your project from inception…
Read MoreHire Center Island Contracting for the Permit Process Made Easy
When undergoing a home renovation or new construction project, the last thing you want to do is deal with the building permitting process. Before homeowners can even begin a home project, permits must be obtained. We understand if just the thought of dealing with your local municipality makes your head spin, and we’re happy to…
Read MoreCenter Island Contracting Will Develop Plans Within your Budget
When starting a new construction project or home remodel, Center Island Contracting understands how important it is to stay within budget. From kitchen renovations to garage or basement conversions and bathroom remodeling, any project you hire us for will be treated as if the home belongs to a member of the team. By using a…
Read MoreSummer is Around the Corner – Pros and Cons of Building a Pool
When the weather warms up, there’s nothing better than cooling off right in your own backyard pool. Not only is a pool a great visual addition to your outdoor living space, it’s also a great addition to summer entertaining and a fun activity for the kids. However, there can be drawbacks of having a pool…
Read MoreSolution Finding with Remodeling in Babylon
The experts at Center Island Contracting believe remodeling is the practical solution to your common home layout problems. Whether it’s expanding rooms to fit your growing family, adding more curb appeal to your exterior, knocking walls down to fix an unconventional layout or even accessibility upgrades, our skilled team of design specialists can find a…
Read MoreUse a Design/Build Specialist When your Space Deserves Something Special
If your space needs an upgrade and the thought of doing it on your own is too much to bear, it’s time to consider a design-build firm like Center Island Contracting. Our knowledgeable and talented team of construction professionals can provide you with all the services you need to complete your project. Our design experts…
Read MoreWhen It’s Time to Knock Down and Start Over
Determining when to knock down your home and start over instead of relocating or remodeling will depend on many factors, however it’s important to keep in mind some critical components of this decision. Not only is knocking down and starting over more cost-effective, it also allows you to get the house of your dreams with…
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