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Fall is one of the best times to get your home maintenance checklist crossed off. As the hot and humid days of summer wind down, the weather will soon start ...

Living through a home remodel can be challenging for the whole family and a daily adjustment for a brief period of time. While we know there will be some sacrifices ...

When undergoing a Long Island remodel or building a new construction home, homeowners are always looking for home design inspiration. From kitchens, to bathrooms, and bedrooms, you can look to ...

All homeowners periodically get the itch to update their space, whether that means a large-scale home renovation or a minor upgrade. If you’re going the latter route, you might appreciate ...

If your family has made the decision to move forward with your Long Island home remodel, it’s time to get the ball rolling on the logistics. For starters, many homeowners ...

Anyone who’s lived at home during a home renovation knows there are some sacrifices that need to be made during your family’s daily routine. There will be disruptions, noise and ...

Bathrooms should be a calming oasis in your home. It’s often where you start your day, showering and preparing for a new day ahead, then where end your day, washing ...

No matter your reasons for renovating; whether to get ready to put your home on the market, to spruce up your current home or to add more space to it, ...

Kitchen islands add a lot of value to the kitchen, but it is possible to negate that when making mistakes with this popular kitchen renovation project. If there’s enough room ...

We all dream of home improvements in one way or another. Naturally, it’s always best to invest in home renovation projects that will increase the value of your home, but ...

Home extensions are perfect for homeowners who desire more living space but don’t want to move. Why go through the hassle of moving, switching neighborhoods and possibly school districts, if ...

When remodeling your outdoor living space, an outdoor kitchen is one of the first features that comes to mind. Outdoor kitchens are a great way to incorporate the indoors into ...

Using recycled building materials for your home remodel project is a great way to achieve cost savings and benefit the environment. Reusing and repurposing is a great way to take ...

Many homeowners choose luxury walk-in showers when remodeling their bathrooms or designing their new home construction. Bathrooms of all sizes can accommodate a walk-in shower, and they can make the ...

Traditional style home décor evokes elegance with its disciplined, structured patterns and finishes. Many homeowners favor traditional style home décor and carry that style over to their kitchen renovation during ...

Once a home remodel is planned, it’s a thrilling time full of excitement and promise. Keep in mind that depending on the size of the remodeling project, you will have ...

Unfinished basements are untapped potential to increase the livable square footage in your home. Not only can your family utilize that space, but a basement remodel can also increase the ...

Many homeowners make the decision to move based on downsizing, or needing more space, whether because of an expanding family or because your needs and desires have changed. Rather than ...

The kitchen is the heart of the home, and the layout lays the groundwork for how functional your newly remodeled kitchen will be. When remodeling the kitchen, some choose to ...

With summer just around the corner, we can forget about the dreary days of winter and set our sights on long summer days spent enjoying our outdoor living spaces that ...

Adding energy efficient upgrades to your home remodel or new construction home will not only benefit the environment but save you money as well. For these reasons and many more, ...

There are seemingly endless design options for your kitchen renovation, just ask the design experts at the Distinctive Design showroom! When you have a vision in mind about what you’d ...

Our knowledgeable and experienced team can create custom built-ins for your new home based on your family’s specific needs, adding more storage space in an attractive way. Our Long Island ...

Center Island Contracting’s custom home building process makes building your dream home a seamless process from start to finish. When looking for a new home in a great neighborhood, if ...

Taking steps towards increasing the value of your home is a smart financial decision as a homeowner. Increasing the overall value of your home can be achieved in a variety ...

The exterior of your home says a lot about the interior of your home. It’s the first design element your guests can see, setting the stage for what’s to come. ...

Did you know there are design techniques that can help boost your mood? Everyone can benefit from a happier home environment. While we all have different interior design styles, there ...

When designing your dream home, there are many factors to consider to help visualize the big picture. The shiny and new features of the home are exciting but shouldn’t take ...

When building your new custom home, staying within budget can be difficult when there are so many design options available. Establishing a budget is the only way to stay on ...

Decorating with the color blue creates a calming and serene space in your home. In fact, incorporating shades of blue into your home design is scientifically proven to make you ...