Remodeling a home can be very satisfying, especially when there is a dramatic change.  This doesn’t mean going all crazy in colors and styles. It’s about updating / modernizing older areas of the house that are becoming worn out and/or just outdated.

In my 20 years of working in this business I’ve updated just about every aspect of a house: chimney and hearths, columns, patios/decks (upper and lower), patio enclosures, closets, stairs (interior and exterior), etc., etc.  So out of all these projects, there are a few that fascinate me and bring out my creative talents.

Kitchen and bathroom remodels are always enjoyable and selecting the tile and countertops can be the most fun:

• Showers come alive with the right decorative tile installed. Mosaic tile on the floor, complimentary tile on the walls, decorative banding, a niche or two for soap/shampoo, and seamless glass enhance and add elegance to your bathrooms.
• Countertops and tile backsplashes in the kitchen can add not only value but incredible beauty. Selecting stone or quartz countertops is not only fun but rewarding once you see the finished product.  Subway tile seems to be the most desired this year for backsplashes.  We personally set up times to go with you to the stone yard and tile store for selections.  Coordinating the colors and selections are easier when you have our help in design and ideas.  However, I have found that customers many times have their own design ideas garnered from either HGTV or homes they have seen.  One thing I can guarantee, it is exciting to pull it all together.

One of the design challenges I enjoy is improving on the exterior with an enclosed patio, patio/deck add-on, or restyling the deck/patio.

Sit back and enjoy this rustic setting.

• If you’re tired of Texas mosquitos, consider a screen-in porch. This adds beauty and enjoyment of the outdoors in all types of weather.  Don’t forget the ceiling fan to help keep you cool.
• A couple years ago I built a rustic, wooden, covered patio. It was a collaborative effort with the homeowner that ended up impressing us both.

Regardless of the project, the best part is working together with the homeowner to design something that they can enjoy for many years and bringing my team together to realize the concept into a beautiful reality.  I look forward towards many more years filled with opportunities to challenge my creativity and skills.