These classic Colonial kitchen renovations show interiors ready for modern-day life(Above) The 1919 Colonial of Sweeten homeowners Amanda and Cory The quaintness of Colonial-style homes is undeniable. Usually marked by two or three stories and brick or wood facades, these dwellings are traditionally found on the east coast. They are typically characterized by a simple almost minimalist shape. The floor plan keeps the kitchen and dining room on the first floor with bedrooms on the second. And while some have open-concept layouts, it is more common to see separation between rooms. They are also easy to remodel by adding on to the side or back. Here, we look at three Colonial kitchen renovations by Sweeten—examples of their older interiors redone to bring in modern style and conveniences. Sweeten matches home renovation projects with vetted general contractors, offering advice, support, and up to $50,000 in renovation financial protection—for free. Bringing a Tudor Colonial into the next centuryBuilt in 1912, Nilda and Brian’s Tudor Colonial in Westchester County, NY, desperately needed a remodel. The 4,400-square-foot home featured a kitchen that was last updated almost 60 years ago. It was time for a change. “The floor was three inches off-level,” says Nilda. “You could peek through the floor to the basement.” The couple hired a Sweeten contractor for the remodel. To honor the historic style, they maintained some separation between the kitchen and the other living spaces. New cabinets, flooring, and lighting updated the look. They also opened up the back wall to install a patio door. They kept a traditional feel by opting for Shaker cabinets in a modern gray color. The butler’s pantry also keeps the turn-of-the-century vibe but with a contemporary twist. A Colonial Revival home gets rejuvenatedFiske Terrace, Brooklyn, is a quiet enclave built at the turn of the 20th century. Interestingly, the Flatbush neighborhood is filled with Colonial Revival homes. So when Nydia and Jonathan bought their 3,240-square-foot home in 2012, they decided to renovate. But at the time, they put off the larger renovation of the outdated kitchen. Eventually, they turned to Sweeten to find the right contractor for their old-home renovation. They wanted to take advantage of the natural light the house afforded. However, like in many other Colonial home renovations, the small windows blocked out the light. As a solution, they replaced them with white-framed ones. In addition, they updated the kitchen with gray-blue cabinets and brushed gold accents. These design choices make the aesthetic modern yet still warm and inviting. The bonus? The exposed brick from the chimney area brings even more character. From challenged to Colonial charming
Dated salmon-colored Formica didn’t stop Amanda and Cory from buying their 1919 Colonial home. For a while, they actually found it charming. However, they knew eventually it needed to be renovated. They hired a Sweeten contractor to update the kitchen to accommodate their family’s needs. On their list of goals was creating a better flow of traffic and light. A challenge of renovating Colonial homes is their notorious separation of rooms. The main entrance to the kitchen by way of the dining room was too narrow. As a result, it isolated the kitchen. But taking down the wall felt disrespectful to the house’s character, so instead, they simply widened and centered it.
Like a lot of Colonials, there was some asymmetry in the house. One example was the sheetrock box-beam in the kitchen. They assumed it encased something hard to move, so they left it. However, they fixed the problem by giving it a matching beam which created symmetry. “Our new space makes us feel happy,” says Amanda. “It feels so harmonious with the rest of our beautiful old Colonial home.”
-- Sweeten handpicks the best general contractors to match each project’s location, budget, scope, and style. Follow the blog, Sweeten Stories, for renovation ideas and inspiration and when you’re ready to renovate, start your renovation with Sweeten. Via https://civilco.construction/3-colonial-kitchen-renovations-show-off-timeless-style-sleek-upgrades/
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One of the many things you have to plan for when it comes to your home renovation is where to locate your lighting and electrical points. It’s not easy right off the bat, but we’ll guide you along and present some questions for you to think about as you do up your lighting and electrical plan along with your interior designer or contractor. Plan waaay in advancePlan early. It doesn’t have to be set in stone from the start, but you do want a proper idea of where the power points and switches go. A good interior designer or a contractor will do this with you in the early stages of your renovation. Having a plan early will give allowances for switches and other power points when planning for built-ins. Knowing where everything goes allows the professionals to do the necessary carpentry work for any concealment if necessary. Get started on the lighting and electrical points once your interior design is more or less finalised and preferably before any work commences. Design: Rezt n Relax Interior For homeowners considering a smart home system, make sure you accommodate for that early on. If you are going for the basics e.g. smart light bulbs, you may not need to plan for that at this stage. However, if you are going for the full kit (video doorbell, digital lock, motion sensors, light switches, etc.), you will need to do some wiring work, which is better done at the renovation stage than after. Do several walkthroughsWhen planning the lighting and electrical points for your home, you will want to do several walkthroughs in your new place. If you can, get everyone in the household involved because each one of us has different needs. Go room by room and think about how you’ll spend time in each space. Think about the positioning of your furniture and built-ins and have an idea of where they should go. Think about where the electronics and appliances will be located. Once you have a rough gauge, mark them out on your floor plan. In the subsequent walkthrough with your interior designer or electrician, pay heed to their professional opinions, in the aspects of safety, practicality and outlook and then adjust accordingly. Example of an electrical plan. Image source: The Reiki Sanctuary Understand the three types of lighting (ambient, task, accent) for each spaceConsider a layered lighting approach when planning out the lighting points. Not every space will need all three types of lighting, but it’s good to have a variation as it adds to the depth and function of the space. Example of a layered lighting plan. Image source: Eat and Travel Later With Us Ambient lights refer to a general type of lighting that will be able to light up the entire area evenly. Task lights are more focused and are targeted at areas where you need to handle tasks. Accent lights are for ambience, to uplift the mood, highlight certain features or boost the aesthetics of a room. Design: Charlotte’s Carpentry Here’s an example of how you can do up your lighting plan for the different areas of the home: Kitchen / Dining Ambient: Recessed lighting or flush mount lighting Task: Concealed LED strip lights under cabinets (to light the prep counters and cooking zone), lights inside drawers and cabinets, pendant lights over the island and dining table Accent: Toe-kick lights, wall sconces Pro tip: When planning where your recessed lights should go, make sure the light source isn’t blocked when you open up a top cabinet door. Living Room Ambient: Recessed lights, flush mount or a large pendant light if you have enough height Task: Adjustable floor lights or swinging wall lights for reading Accent: Spotlights casting light at pictures, table lamps or track lights to highlight certain features Design: UNO Interior Bedroom Ambient: Flush mount or pendant lighting near the centre of the room, track lights for the closet area Task: Table lamps or wall-mounted lights by the bed, LED strips lights inside the wardrobe, vanity mirror with built-in lights Accent: Concealed lighting under the base of your closet, table lamps with dimmer function Design: Fifth Avenue Interior Bathroom Ambient: Recessed lights Task: Wall sconces or pendants by the side of the mirror to prevent casting shadows over your face Accent: LED strips along the mirror or under the vanity cabinet Design: Azrul Yusoff Interior Studio Home Office Ambient: Flush mount ceiling lights and take into account natural lighting! Task: Desk lamps that are adjustable or floor lamps Accent: Monopoint lights for highlighting certain parts of the room How many power outlets and switches and where to locate them?The number of outlets you need in each room will depend on the number of electronics and appliances you have and how many are used at a time. Also consider any plugged-in lighting you may have and make sure you account for the existing outlets you are planning to keep. You don’t need one outlet for every single electronic or appliance, only for those that are permanently plugged in. For everything else, think about the frequency of use and the number of electronics or appliances you are using at any one time. How do you usually spend time in each room? Take into consideration your lifestyle habits before allocating the positioning of switches and outlets. And if they tend to stick out against your sleek interiors, you will also want to think about how to conceal them. Here are some tips when planning out switches and electrical outlets: Kitchen / Dining Design: Starry Homestead
Design: Next Door ID Living Room Design: Arche Interior
Design: Key Concept Bedroom / Bathroom Design: Earth Interior Design
Design: Rezt n Relax Interior Home Office Design: Cozyspace
Image courtesy of Line8 Service Yard Design: Ace Interior Design
What else have we missed in our lighting and electrical point guide? Let us know in the comments!
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We are SO excited! It’s been an incredibly busy few weeks as we’ve been getting our house up for sale, but we are just so thrilled to begin this adventure by moving to a new home. I can’t wait to tell you more about it! At the end of part one of my story, my husband and I were taking off on a quick road trip to an area north of us that I had wanted to visit for a long time. Little did we know, we’d not only find our dream location there, but our dream home. A dream house doesn’t only have one address. The day we took our little road trip we weren’t looking for a dream house. We weren’t looking for a home with new projects. We’ve had our fill of those (ha!). We were simply opening our hearts to a new season of life. A season to embrace life to the fullest! Yet, I do love houses. And finding a new home would be part of our adventure. There are so many types of homes I could fall in love with. I love a good fixer upper! I can dream up exactly what it would look like when it’s done, but I also love just making a house pretty for the season (without the need to spend years fixing things like sewers, haha). I love the *idea* of a big rambling house and a beautiful property, but I know I’d be happy as can be living in a not-so-big house with just enough room for a cozy spot to sit by the fire and a small flower garden outside. There are so many dream houses I could be happy in. Do you feel that way, too? When I say we found a “dream home” or “dream location” you might imagine your own idea of what a perfect dream home would be in this season of your life. A shingled home in Nantucket? A cozy rustic cabin in the mountains? Maybe you dream big! Maybe your dream home is small. A dream home doesn’t have to be big or fancy. As I wrote in my first book Love the Home You Have, a dream house doesn’t have only one address. As we began talking through more options of what was next for us, we dreamed up all kinds of possibilities. Should we buy land for a future family beach house? Should we sell our home and rent for awhile while we looked for a new place? What about buying a vacation home? What do we need for our “empty nester” adventures? We decided we really didn’t want to take the time or energy to build a home (unless the right opportunity came along). We didn’t need a separate vacation house, we were empty nesters so we could live like we were on vacation every day! We could be happy in many different styles and types of homes, but we wanted to be intentional in buying a home that would allow us to have all of the adventures we dreamed about, not just the home-related ones :). After that day on the boardwalk and the conversations that followed with our family, it felt so good to finally have a few things we were more certain about. The general location we wanted to be, the lifestyle we dreamed of, our willingness to sell our home, the possibility of my parents moving as well. We felt at peace taking steps forward towards those goals, knowing we would eventually find the house meant for us! I’m a dreamer, but I’m also a terrible decision maker when there are too many directions we could possibly go. I get easily paralyzed just trying to decide which option is best. But once we felt at peace about moving closer to the San Juans, we felt like the hardest decision was made. We were ready to move forward in that direction, trusting the next decision and house would also fall into place when the time was right. And it did! A dream house is a home that is meant for you. Our new home feels like it was meant for us in so many unique ways. But I’m getting ahead of my story again! Let’s get back to road trip. We left for the day without any expectations of what we would find. We were just exploring the area and possibilities, not expecting to find “‘the house.” My husband and I decide we’d first stop at a house that was open. It was a large, fairly charming fixer upper with a lot of potential. A garden snake crossed the front porch when I walked up to it, so I knew at that moment it wasn’t the house for me. Ha! Just kidding, but I really don’t like snakes. Besides the greeting from a snake, we actually did like quite a few things about the house. It wasn’t super old but it was quite dated. It would have been fun in some ways to get a larger home and one we could remodel over time. The possibilities seemed endless! But over the coming days as we talked about the house, we realized that buying that type of property would also determine what we would be doing for fun over the next five or ten years. We would be managing all of the decisions, chaos, repairs and expenses involved in a big remodel and taking care of a large property! Would that be fun for us? It could be, yes! But also stressful and expensive. We would have very little time or funds for the adventures we wanted. Ultimately, we decided a fixer upper wasn’t the direction we wanted to go in, at least for now! Besides, I wanted to see at least some water from our home and that house didn’t have a view of anything but trees. A dream house is a home that was planted in your heart. There was a neighborhood near the open house, one where I virtually had stalked homes for years! We had never actually driven through it to look at homes in person (although we had been in the area many times). We had just saved a few listings over the years in the neighborhood and thought we might consider it someday, once we were empty nesters. Since we were free birds now, I was excited to finally get to drive through the area and see it in person! As we drove into the neighborhood, I was wondering what my husband would think. He can be particular about neighborhoods, but we agreed on this one. It felt like a special destination. A place where we could feel very much at home. There was actually a house for sale there, although it wasn’t open that day. We drove by to take a peek at the outside. It was adorable, but I had already looked at the info online and felt like the square footage was probably too small for what I had imagined we’d be looking for. So we parked the car and walked around the neighborhood to get a better look at what was there. While I had been *hoping* my husband would like the neighborhood, I really wasn’t expecting him to fall in love with it. But he did. After we explored a bit, he was the one who suggested we should call the realtor to see if we might be able to get in to see the house before we left. I was almost afraid to call. I was already in love with the neighborhood, but what if I fell in love with the house, too? A huggable house Years ago my husband and I started saying that we wanted to move to a “huggable house” someday when we became empty nesters. A huggable house was a term a realtor had used to describe a house we looked at many years ago. It was small, cozy and inviting. The kind of home that feels like you could hug it when you walk in. It’s not too big. Not too fancy, but still so charming. We lived in a couple of huggable-houses over the years and they were always our favorite. As we walked in to the adorable house that day, my husband beamed. He turned to me with a twinkle in his eyes and said “it’s a huggable house.” I knew just what he was thinking. It was charming. Cozy. It felt like the home we’d been dreaming of for so long. We fell in love with it in three minutes flat. We walked out talking about how much we loved so much about it. It was what we had always dreamed about having. But it just wasn’t what we thought we would be looking for at that moment. Besides, we weren’t even prepared to buy a house yet. The market was crazy. Our house wasn’t listed. You have to have all of your ducks in a row and we didn’t. We drove away thinking as wonderful as the house was, it wasn’t for us. Yet, the house seemed to follow us home and continue to keep its doors open for us! The dream house that was meant for us The day after the open house I couldn’t stop thinking about it so I thought I might as well text the realtor to see if the house had gotten any offers. He said they had a cash offer in hand. A cash offer felt like a closed door for us, so I said something like “I’m sure the owners are thrilled with a cash offer.” He said to let him know if we’d like to look at any other homes! I wasn’t interested in other homes at that time, so I just thanked him and went on my way, trying to put that house out of my mind! But a few days later, the realtor texted again. The cash offer still hadn’t been accepted. Our family kept talking about the house. Days later, the realtor texted again. Their offer had expired. The door was still open! The more our family talked about it, the more I became convinced this house really might be the one for us. We realized the area this house is in is even more perfect that we imagined for the type of fun adventures we (and my dad) had talked about. And I knew my mom would love working on this house with me and enjoy the neighborhood, she’s a homebody and house-lover like me. We discussed floor plans, the property, expectations and fun / practical ways to make the small space work for us. This house was so cute already, we could literally just move in, relax and enjoy it as long as we wanted to. Yet it would also be a fun one to put our own stamp on whenever inspiration struck! We loved that the location was not only ideal for our adventures, but we would still be close enough to our kids (even closer to one daughter who lives near, and close enough to our son to hang out with him any time, and within a few hours driving distance of our daughter and son-in-law and other family near Portland!). Plus we would be surrounded by a smaller community, which we felt would be good for all of us in this season of life. And we would still be conveniently located to everything else we needed! On our budget and in the locations we want to live, we always know we will have to make some compromises when it comes to buying a home. Yet the list of “pros” about this house kept growing. After we talked to my parents about the house and its pros and cons, and if/how this little home might fit into their dreams, we drove by it again with our daughters and son-in-law. We realized the house felt right in nearly every way that mattered the most to us in this season. It felt like it really could be the one for us. I was holding back my full excitement over it, as it still felt like a long shot, but I also still felt at peace. I had committed to moving forward in our dreams with open hands and an open heart. My husband and I decided to do something that both scared us and brought us even more peace. We’d never know what would’ve happened if we didn’t give it a try, right? We started to come up with the plan for an offer. Just as we were wrestling over numbers and what do to, another text came in. They got another offer, so we’d have to hurry and get it in. We finally got our own offer on paper. Then we waited. I got to call my dad on his birthday to tell him the happiest news. Our offer was the one they chose. His dream to have a place for adventures by the sea was coming true. My mom’s dream to have a new home to love was coming true. All of our dreams are coming true. There were a few additional hurdles we had to jump through over the next few weeks, but each time we thought we were running into a roadblock, a window or new door would fling open! It has been so comforting to know the peace we felt throughout the process was because it really is the dream home that is meant for us. Our new house won’t be a second home. It won’t be a summer home. It won’t be a summer vacation home, but we are going to live in it like we are on vacation EVERY DAY. Stay tuned for part three of this three part series where I will where I will finally get to introduce you to our HOME SWEET HOME. Be sure to follow along on Instagram HERE for behind the scenes, and subscribe to my newsletter here to stay in the loop!
Via https://civilco.construction/were-moving-part-two-the-inspired-room/ These 7 modern bathroom designs by Sweeten sleekly show off personal taste(Above) Sweeten homeowner Lexi’s bathroom renovation When you think of a modern classic bathroom, you probably conjure up images of white tiles accented with contemporary fixtures. It is a complementary mix of timeless design choices, like color scheme, cabinetry, and tile. To be considered truly modern classic, the space needs a clean aesthetic that can stand the test of time. Here, a look at seven different modern bathroom designs from Sweeten renovations that show that modern classic bathrooms never go out of style. Sweeten matches home renovation projects with vetted general contractors, offering advice, support, and up to $50,000 in renovation financial protection— for free. A modern bathroom design riffs on black, white, and bold
While the boldness of the black paint may scream contemporary, what makes this bathroom classic too is the light fixture. Also complementary are the basketweave floor tile and ageless white subway tiles. The homeowner, Marissa, wanted a fresh design but didn’t want to make it too modern. So she decided to mix and match to come up with the perfect design to match her style. Modern bathroom accents uplift a classic aestheticFor Diane’s bathroom renovation, white subway tiles and a pedestal sink make up her classic look. She offset those items with a modern Toto faucet and a more contemporary medicine cabinet. The result is a simple, streamlined space that uses black tiles as accents to up the design quotient. A modern (and blue!) bathroom meets traditional white
Saskia and Ben’s bathroom remodel was laser-focused on eliminating dated 70’s tiling. A more modern subway tile filled in with gray grout was their key to success. Other changes included installing a towel heating rack, a “must-have” on Ben’s list. The bath was completed with a navy color to contrast the traditional white medicine cabinet. A clean--but not overly simple--aesthetic
Sisters Nicole and Missy turned to Sweeten to renovate their Arlington bathroom. Nicole originally thought she wanted a simple and clean white bathroom. However, as the project unfolded, she realized she wanted more personality in the design. The sliding barn shower door and white-washed oak vanity came in to complete this modern bathroom design. Modern black touches on a clean canvasThis Manhattan couple went with a minimalist white color scheme for their Greenwich Village modern bathroom design. Their Sweeten contractor installed a modern-looking vanity characterized by linear silhouettes and a lack of hardware. A black matte faucet was installed on the wall, which boosts the contemporary factor. Gray grout offsets modern gold touchesFor Amy and Kevin’s bathroom renovation, they, like many other renovators, chose classic subway tile. However, they tweaked the look by using gray grout. (Gray is a great choice for modern design lovers as it is both classic and contemporary at the same time.) They also selected a large-format gray tile for the floor, which gives the space a modern vibe. To pull in a traditional aesthetic, the couple put in a 30-inch vanity in a natural wood tone. A modern bathroom design mixes in classic fixturesLeah and Brian worked with a Sweeten contractor to update their Chicago loft’s bathroom. They went with antique brass for the finishes—as seen in the pendant light, shower head, and faucet—to give it a classic look. To add in a modern vibe, they chose porcelain tile in a gloss finish for the walls. Matte finish tiles laid in a herringbone pattern on the shower floor complete the look. -- Thinking of remodeling your bathroom? Sweeten’s renovation cost guides go cover costs by city and room type. Sweeten handpicks the best general contractors to match each project’s location, budget, scope, and style. Follow the blog, Sweeten Stories, for renovation ideas and inspiration, and when you’re ready to renovate, start your renovation with Sweeten. Via https://civilco.construction/7-modern-bathroom-designs-to-inspire-your-remodel-2/ Design: Diva’s Interior Design The bed frame is a major and hence the most important piece of furniture in the bedroom. Therefore, it is typically the starting point for bedroom decoration. Furthermore, having a good night’s rest starts with a good bed frame since it provides support for the bed mattresses. In some cases, it doubles up as storage too. Unfortunately, most homeowners are not aware that there are as many as 9 different types of bed frames to choose from! So, read on to find out which type of bed frame is the right fit for your lifestyle and personality! #1. Four poster bed for a dramatic room makeoverDesign: Free Space Intent The 4 poster bed, sometimes known as the canopy bed frame, has been slowly gaining popularity in recent years. Characterised by 4 posts at each corner of the bed frame, its ability to allow fabrics to be draped over the bed frame, makes the room feel more inviting and cozy. Hence, they work best in bedrooms with large vertical spaces and high ceilings. They are also recommended for bedrooms that are bathed in a lot of natural light. In addition, mosquito nets can be used instead of draped fabric to keep out the bugs. Design: The Roomakers
#2. Sleigh bed for a classic styleDesign: D’ Initial Concept The sleigh bed features a high scrolled headboard and lower footboard. As the name suggests, the bed design resembles a sled drawn by reindeers. In order to give a modern touch and update this classic look, some sleigh bed frame designs no longer feature the curved head or the footboard. Sleigh beds come in a variety of styles, ranging from upholstered to solid wood designs and hence, they are suitable for bedrooms that feature classic and grand interior decorative elements like ceilings with elaborate ornate moulding. Design: LemonFridge Studio
#3. Platform bed for less visual clutterDesign: HYLA Architects Platform beds are typically characterised by a lack of head and footboard, and the mattress sits on a low-lying profile, horizontal platform frame. Due to its simple and minimal design, it is commonly featured in Japanese “Zen” inspired or minimalist home interior designs. Design: Charlotte’s Carpentry
#4. Storage bed to boost the bedroom spaceDesign: Free Space Intent Storage beds are designed to conceal storage beneath the mattress. Most storage beds come with a hinged frame and are fitted with a hydraulic mechanism so that the entire mattress can be easily lifted to reveal the storage compartments. Storage beds are gaining popularity since they help to keep the bedroom neat and tidy. Furthermore, more homeowners decided to customise the storage bed frames to blend them with the overall interior design. Design: Free Space Intent
#5. Murphy bed to free up space in a unique wayDesign: D’ Initial Concept Murphy beds are also known as wall, pull-down beds, or fold-up beds. It is specially designed to be hinged at one end so that it can be stored vertically against a wall and hidden in a closet or cabinet. The main advantage of using a Murphy bed is that it can be tucked away and free up space when it is not used. Design: D’ Initial Concept
#6. Adjustable bed to cater to varying sleeping positionsImage: Tempur For many years, adjustable beds have been synonymous with hospital beds and perceived as beds meant for the medically unfit. However, if you like reading or using devices or watching TV in bed, you can consider purchasing an adjustable bed, where it can convert into various levels of sitting positions. Image: Tempur.com
#7. Bunk bed for privacy between siblingsDesign: The Orange Cube Using a bunk bed is the most effective way to maximise the vertical space since it is made up of one-bed frame stacked on top of another. Bunk beds are popular alternatives to trundle beds, where the bed frame hides one mattress underneath the other, which can be pulled out in a drawer style. To address the space constraints, some bunk beds are designed as an L-shaped bunk bed, sometimes known as a corner bunk. Design: Mr Shopper Studio
#8. Loft bed to get the most out of a compact bedroomDesign: Charlton Design A loft bed is a bed frame that is specially designed to be raised on supports that are built high enough, to free up the floor area beneath the bed for other purposes. The space can be used as a play area, a study nook, or a chill-out corner with a mini double seater sofa. The freed-up space can also be used to set aside ample space for a closet or bookshelf. Design: Rezt & Relax Interior
#9. Day bed for a space-conscious bedroomImage from: Island living Daybeds have dual functions, as they can double up as a sofa for lounging and reclining in the bedrooms. In fact, they are a “crossbred” between a Chaise Longue and a bed. Day beds are great options for small spaces like studio apartments, where there is a need for the bed to multifunction as the sofa during the day. Image from: Island living
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Design: Hock Hoon a. Scale and balance matters Design: Diva’s Interior Design b. Pick the right height Design: Urban Habitat Design c. Choose the material and built wisely Design: 19EightyThree d. Protect the floor from the bed frame legs Design: Control Space Design Studio
Via https://civilco.construction/the-ultimate-guide-for-choosing-the-perfect-bed-frame-for-your-slumber-haven/ A dream shower and walk-in closet complete this Crown Heights closet and bathroom renovation
âAfterâ photos by Miao Jiaxin for Sweeten
Written in partnership with Sweeten homeowners Kate + Max Before: Finding the right time to renovateWeâve all walked into homes where two different sets of ideas are in play. This renovation was part of a quest for cohesion. Weâd established an aesthetic when weâd updated the kitchen two years before, and we were now putting in a bathroom and closet we could love. The old set of ideas included a showerhead on the long side of the bathtub and pitch-dark storage spaces. We were not sad to see them go. 65929-Max-Bathroom-Before-02 65929-Max-Bathroom-Before-03 We are Kate, a creative director for a womenâs wellness startup, Max, a data analyst at a tech firm, and Lenny, a female Pitbull/Rat Terrier mix. We live in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, in a 1926 co-op building. Weâre first-time homeowners of a 610-square-foot one-bedroom apartment. We purchased in January 2016 as first-time buyers. We didnât change the place until 2019 when we renovated the kitchen. We planned to wait to continue renovating, but the combination of being home due to Covid-19 and having few opportunities to spend money meant that we wanted a nicer place and we accelerated our savings plan. We decided to go for it this year and renovate the bathroom and our closet as a single project. Swapping out the tub for a showerRemodeling the 35-square-foot bathroom was a style choice, but also one of function. In the existing room, neither the floor nor the walls were level. We hated that the shower head was in the middle of the wall on the tubâs long side. We wanted a modern stand-up shower with a glass door instead of the step-in tub and wraparound shower curtain. The closet redo made sense to tack on because of its proximity to the bathroom. We wanted to combine two small adjacent closetsâone accessible from the bedroom, the other from the hallwayâinto a single large one. Neither closet had electrical wiring, so finding our things was a challenge. We knew we could net more storage if we merged them into one large closet.
After: Creating a whole new bathroom layoutWe started in the bathroom. We rearranged the whole bathroom, so this was not a simple ârip and replace.â Moving the shower to the back wall meant relocating the toilet and reconfiguring the plumbing proved necessary. Our biggest questions were about the unknowns. In a nutshell, hereâs what we learned: You canât prepare for whatâs behind a wall or under the floor. You carry out the demolition and hope to get lucky. Weâd decided we wanted white subway tile with a dark gray grout on the walls. The floor tiles had a distressed texture in dark gray. The vanityâs light wood finish matches our kitchen cabinets, and it offers tons of storage even though itâs only a 24-inch unit. The toilet search was more challenging than expected since we had specific size requirements, but eventually, we found one we liked. The contractor handles the discovery under the subfloorWeâd heard plenty of nightmares about people moving plumbing in New York City bathrooms and hoped our fate might be different, but it wasnât. Having completed most of the demolition, the contractors lifted the floor tile. Beneath the visible layer, they discovered two additional layers of tile. Once the subfloor was exposed, it was clear it had been compromised, both by years of trapped moisture and the weight of those three tile layers. The co-opâs engineer brought onsite recommended pouring a new concrete slab, which added expense and impacted our schedule. This was easily the most challenging phase of the project since weâd left Brooklyn on a road trip and were far away when the contractor discovered the problem. We didnât need to worry. Our contractor worked with the buildingâs engineer to pour the new slab to the required specifications. Smooth communication with their contractorOur Sweeten contractors provided us with updates via an online project-management tool that helped with communication throughout the job. The team used the tool to share photo and video updates. It helped to keep everyone in sync and organized. That platform really streamlined the conversation regarding every aspect of the job. The bathroom came together exactly as weâd hoped. Weâre thrilled with the new storage, including an inset bottle nook in the shower. And the rain showerhead combined with our buildingâs incredible water pressure makes for an immersive experience every morning. Combining closets for a larger oneThe expanded bedroom closet came next. The contractors removed the wall separating the two smaller closets in order to merge them; we kept the door on the bedroom side. I love being able to see things in the closet, thanks to the increased space, and the addition of wiring let us install good lighting. For the shelving, we took a hybrid approach, buying all of the parts separately. The white shelves are typical closet shelves, but the racks are meant for garage storage. We can finally find our clothes! This closet hack would also mean addressing the hallway with trim and paint. On that side, the contractors closed the door opening and painted the wall, where we later created a gallery wall for art and photos. The previous door trim was missing chunks of wood (likely from people moving big objects in/out of rooms and banging into the door frame.) It had also been painted a million times and was generally an eyesore. We knew replacing the door and window trim would go a long way towards refreshing the space. The red light fixture provides a nice pop of color. Their Sweeten contractors: the right renovation partnersThis was a much larger project than we thought weâd be taking on this year, but it worked out beautifully. Our Sweeten contractors were transparent about billing, supplying us with perfectly itemized invoices. They were terrific problem solvers, with elegant design sense and ideas that enhanced our final results. We love our new apartment! Thank you, Max and Kate, for sharing your bathroom and closet renovation with us! Materials GuideBATHROOM RESOURCES: Bond Tile âPalermoâ gray ceramic floor tile; Elite Tile âCrown Heightsâ ceramic subway wall tile; DreamLine âEncoreâ shower door with ClearMax Technology; Latitude Run âRanjeetâ 3-tier display wall shelves; Wrought Studio Strobel surface-mount medicine cabinet: Walmart. Modern brass wall-mount shower set in matte black finish, #J020862-US-12IN-THSV-SB: Homary. Marina 24â Natural Oak Vanity: Eviva. Vega vanity light: Lightology. Toilet: Woodbridge. CLOSET RESOURCES: Shelving: The Container Store. Rebrilliant âKintzelâ heavy-duty racks: Wayfair. HALLWAY RESOURCES: Paint in White Opulence OC-69 in matte finish: Benjamin Moore. Light fixture: Light Stock Store. â Sweeten handpicks the best general contractors to match each projectâs location, budget, scope, and style. Follow the blog, Sweeten Stories, for renovation ideas and inspiration and when youâre ready to renovate, start your renovation with Sweeten. Via https://civilco.construction/a-crown-heights-duo-remodels-their-smallest-spaces/ When remodeling pre-war homes in Washington DC, pay attention to exteriors and potential challenges to layout changes
Remodeling pre-war homes in the Washington, D.C. area presents a rewarding challenge. It’s an opportunity to take a piece of the city’s history and both preserve and improve it. You can create a home with more mojo—a home with historic style and contemporary functionality. Sweeten offers an outline on what to know before starting older home renovations in Washington, D.C. (plus, which rooms get the most bang for the buck!) Sweeten matches home renovation projects with vetted general contractors, offering advice, support, and up to $50,000 in renovation financial protection—for free. Where do you start when renovating an old house?Start with your vision for the result. Consider all that you want and prioritize those features with your budget. Talk with a contractor as early in the process as possible. Go over the mandatory elements, such as electrical and plumbing, that will have to meet current code requirements. Older homes typically need complete upgrades of: ● Electrical: Older homes need more outlets, plain and simple. Adding plenty of USB outlets makes sense, too, as they allow you to dispense with the extra adapter. Many older homes still suffer from antiquated lighting, with just a solitary ceiling fixture, if that. Energy-efficient puck lights and sconces should be part of any renovation. In addition, an updated home should have a 200-amp service, which you’ll learn about through an electrical audit. If you want photovoltaic panels and are allowed to install them, discuss whether the system should be part of your planning with your contractor.
Improved performance is laudable, but cost can balloon for small gains in performance. Your choice of windows is a judgment call, so go over this carefully with your general contractor. You should also do research on the window manufacturers and products so you can learn and ask questions. Windows are a major expense (and are not easily changed,) so take the time to get it right. Commonly renovated elements in old homes
Fortunately, this is a relatively easy fix—getting the right plaster pro on the job. Your contractor will make sure new and old blends perfectly, make repairs properly, and leave you feeling great about this subtle yet important element. Kitchen upgrades in old homesBecause of the intensity of use as the hub of most homes, your kitchen deserves more focus and more of the budget. Not surprisingly, you’ll make more materials and features choices for the kitchen, as well. Do you really want a six-burner range, or should that money go elsewhere? One feature we strongly recommend is the best cabinets you can afford. Here, you have options. “Off-the-rack” cabinets have improved tremendously in the last few years as manufacturers have stepped up to meet the demand for both style and functionality. By their nature, off-the-rack or in-stock cabinets will offer fewer choices, but that may be fine if you’re happy with the finishes and sizes offered. Semi-custom and custom cabinets can provide nearly anything you want, such as finishes, specialized hardware, and sizes to fit any space. You can usually expect upgraded cabinets to show better fit and finish, but you might have to wait for them to be built. This shouldn’t be a problem, as you’ll have many renovation tasks to complete before cabinets go in. Another upgrade that might fly under your radar is a heavier sink, either of stainless steel or synthetic material. This is a subjective thing, but heavier sinks just feel solid and have a better, quieter tone with water running on them. Exterior elements have endured a lotOutside, the humid climate in Washington, D.C. is no friend to structures. The mortar in historic brick buildings, for example, needs maintenance periodically. Old bricks were much softer than current bricks, and older lime mortars were more flexible than modern mortars. These older materials worked well together. Today, however, modern mortar costs about half of the traditional lime mortar, so many repairs over the last couple of decades have used the newer, less pliable mortar, leading to bricks cracking and crumbling, instead of the mortar. Typically, you’ll find lime mortar in cream or black tones, while the modern mortar is gray. Check this out and talk with your contractor about how much work needs to be done. Challenges for layout changes and additionsWhile these renovation decisions are happening, consider the layout of your home. Does it work for your family, or does it need help? The need for a more functional design may in fact be the driving force behind the entire renovation. Do you need more square footage or just a refinement of the layout? Whether or not you’re able—either physically or legally—to add more square feet is a major factor. Row homes, for example, may be impossible to add on to. For other homes, setbacks and/or various associations may prohibit changing the home’s footprint, even if the lot has room. If your contractor has worked on other projects in your neighborhood, he or she may already know what’s possible. Nonetheless, it doesn’t hurt to double-check with your historic district. Allowing for surprisesIt’s inevitable to have a few surprises while remodeling pre-war homes. But budgeting for them and preparing mentally, plus going through the house thoroughly with your contractor, will minimize the chances of a major surprise. You’ll also have permits to pay for, and for this, you’ll want to coordinate with your contractor. -- Sweeten handpicks the best general contractors to match each project’s location, budget, scope, and style. Follow the blog, Sweeten Stories, for renovation ideas and inspiration and when you’re ready to renovate, start your renovation with Sweeten. Via https://civilco.construction/remodeling-pre-war-homes-in-the-washington-dc-area/ Got your hands on a 3-room HDB resale flat on the older side? Chances are, it’s dim, dingy and dated and in real need of a revamp. Here are a few ways to update the look, whether you’re contemplating a bright and airy Scandinavian design or a characterful industrial style. 1. White + WoodDesign: Key Concept You can’t go wrong with a classic white and wood combination. It works to brighten up a dark home, without feeling too stark or sterile thanks to the wood tones. If you don’t like having your bedroom door facing into the living room, conceal it within the design of your feature wall. This can help to create more visual continuity in your space, making a small area seem bigger. Bonus for privacy: Your guests won’t be stumbling into your bedroom “by accident”. 2. Open plan for entertainingDesign: Rezt & Relax Interior Designed for entertaining, this modern industrial home packs a punch in clever design features including a 2-metre long dining table, an unconventional kitchen, and a bedroom that opens up into the rest of the communal spaces. Set on a raised platform that hides plenty of extra storage space, the bedroom is located behind bi-fold glass doors that open up into the living room to create a large entertaining hub for when guests come over. 3. A blend of the old and the newDesign: subtlesato studio Interesting textures abound in this 3-room HDB resale flat for a bachelor. Old-school ventilation bricks, Peranakan flower tiles and terrazzo flooring are juxtaposed alongside sleek lines, dark hues and modern furnishings to create a blend of the nostalgic with the newfangled. One of the main structural changes to this flat was to combine the two bedrooms into one entity, but with an internal window between the two spaces to divide them into a sleeping area and walk-in closet space. 4. Detailed transformationDesign: The Local Inn.terior The ‘before’ and ‘after’ images of this 3-room HDB resale illustrate just how much transformation this apartment went through. For a start, the foyer area was opened up into the living room with a multipurpose shoe bench that can be used on both zones. Another big change was in the kitchen, where the space was expanded for more spaciousness and then set on a raised platform. One of the bedrooms was also extended so that it now has its own private balcony. Foyer + Living room Kitchen Bedroom ‘Before’ images courtesy of designer Vincent Tan 5. Bohemian rhapsodyDesign: Fuse Concept Home to a creative couple, this bohemian style 3-room flat feels just like a flea market, with a hodgepodge of textures, colours and detailing. In order for the furnishings and design elements to stand out, the foundation was kept simple with white walls and cement-like homogeneous floor tiles. A precursor to the bold hues in the kitchen is the flashy pink neon sign just outside the entrance. Inside the cooking space, an orange Smeg fridge pops against dark green walls with dangling light bulbs lending extra interest. See-through sliding doors close off the private areas, with sheer curtains for privacy and an airy feel.
Via https://civilco.construction/5-ways-to-update-a-dated-3-room-hdb-resale-flat/ These 7 modern bathroom designs by Sweeten sleekly show off personal taste(Above) Sweeten homeowner Lexi’s bathroom renovation When you think of a modern classic bathroom, you probably conjure up images of white tiles accented with contemporary fixtures. It is a complementary mix of timeless design choices, like color scheme, cabinetry, and tile. To be considered truly modern classic, the space needs a clean aesthetic that can stand the test of time. Here, a look at seven different modern bathroom designs from Sweeten renovations that show that modern classic bathrooms never go out of style. Sweeten matches home renovation projects with vetted general contractors, offering advice, support, and up to $50,000 in renovation financial protection— for free. A bold but still classically beautiful bathroom
While the boldness of the black paint may scream contemporary, what makes this bathroom classic too is the light fixture. Also complementary are the basketweave floor tile and ageless white subway tiles. The homeowner, Marissa, wanted a fresh design but didn’t want to make it too modern. So she decided to mix and match to come up with the perfect design to match her style. Modern accents, classic styleFor Diane’s bathroom renovation, white subway tiles and a pedestal sink make up her classic look. She offset those items with a modern Toto faucet and a more contemporary medicine cabinet. The result is a simple, streamlined space that uses black tiles as accents to up the design quotient. Modern blue meets traditional white
Saskia and Ben’s bathroom remodel was laser-focused on eliminating dated 70’s tiling. A more modern subway tile filled in with gray grout was their key to success. Other changes included installing a towel heating rack, a “must-have” on Ben’s list. The bath was completed with a navy color to contrast the traditional white medicine cabinet. A clean--but not overly simple--aesthetic
Sisters Nicole and Missy turned to Sweeten to renovate their Arlington bathroom. Nicole originally thought she wanted a simple and clean white bathroom. However, as the project unfolded, she realized she wanted more personality in the design. The sliding barn shower door and white-washed oak vanity came in to complete this modern bathroom design. Classic white with modern black touchesThis Manhattan couple went with a minimalist white color scheme for their Greenwich Village bathroom update. Their Sweeten contractor installed a modern-looking vanity characterized by linear silhouettes and a lack of hardware. A black matte faucet was installed on the wall, which boosts the contemporary factor. Gray-accented subway tileFor Amy and Kevin’s bathroom renovation, they, like many other renovators, chose classic subway tile. However, they tweaked the look by using gray grout. (Gray is a great choice for modern design lovers as it is both classic and contemporary at the same time.) They also selected a large-format gray tile for the floor, which gives the space a modern vibe. To pull in a traditional aesthetic, the couple put in a 30-inch vanity in a natural wood tone. Contemporary design with classic fixturesLeah and Brian worked with a Sweeten contractor to update their Chicago loft’s bathroom. They went with antique brass for the finishes—as seen in the pendant light, shower head, and faucet—to give it a classic look. To add in a modern vibe, they chose porcelain tile in a gloss finish for the walls. Matte finish tiles laid in a herringbone pattern on the shower floor complete the look. -- Thinking of remodeling your bathroom? Check out Sweeten’s renovation cost guides. Sweeten handpicks the best general contractors to match each project’s location, budget, scope, and style. Follow the blog, Sweeten Stories, for renovation ideas and inspiration, and when you’re ready to renovate, start your renovation with Sweeten. Via https://civilco.construction/7-modern-bathroom-designs-to-inspire-your-remodel/ Image from PC Mag Experience poor WiFi signal when enjoying your daily dose of Spotify or Netflix? Flaky internet connection while working from home, or doing home based learning with your children? Guilty of finding a convenient, dark corner to chunk away the plain-looking WiFi router, so that it will not clash with the meticulously designed home interiors? Read on to find out you can do to rectify your wonky WiFi signal and fix the 6 common mistakes that homeowners make when setting up their WiFi router. Image from Igyaan #1. Not planning where the WiFi router should be placedDid you neglect to plan where the WiFi router should be placed during the home renovation? When it comes to home interior design, most homeowners overlooked the fact that the WiFi router needs to be part of the renovation design, so that it will be able to function optimally. In actuality, the placement of the WiFi router is the most important factor, since a poor location will significantly affect the strength of the signal negatively. Design:ButGet Studio What should you do?
Design: Swiss Interior Design #2. Not placing the WiFi router outside of the Distributor Box (DB)Distributor box (DB) is commonly used as the networking HQ where the WiFi router is placed since that is where the data points are located. However, the DB is usually located at an isolated end of the property and as a result, WiFi dead spots are created due to the unfavourable location. Design:I-Chapter What should you do? Plan for the WiFi router to be placed at the center of your home. Or consider setting up an additional Access Point (AP) solution to create a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) to improve the connectivity. An AP works by connecting to a wired router, switch or hub via an Ethernet cable to project a WiFi signal.
Design: Fifth Avenue Interior #3. Not adding more Access Points (AP)Adding more Access Points helps to reduce or eliminate the dead zones where there is no WiFi connectivity. Design: Archive Design Decide on where the WiFi router and AP will be placed, prior planning the layout of the high-speed Ethernet cables.
Design: The Interior Lab #4. Not coming up with the location plan before deciding on the carpentry built-insIf not planned properly, the carpentry built-ins will obstruct the installation of the WiFi router and AP. In addition, never hide the WiFi router away within cabinetry as it interferes with the signals. Design: Fifth Avenue Interior What should you do? Share and mark the locations where the WiFi router and APs should be placed on the floor plan with your interior design professionals. In this way, the interior design professionals can propose the design and location of the carpentry to minimise the obstructions.
Design: The Local INN.Terior #5. Not considering an open concept designNo walls mean minimal physical obstructions to deflect and affect the WiFi signals. Design: LOME Interior Consider applying open concept design for the study rooms, where devices such as computer accessories and peripherals are required to be constantly connected to the WiFi router.
Design: Authors • Interior & Styling #6. Not installing network extenders for an odd-shaped homeImage from Geekabit WiFi network extenders usually offer a better WiFi performance. This is because they provide a more consistent, reliable, speedy WiFi to almost every corner of your home by communicating directly with the WiFi router. In this way, WiFi network extenders significantly shorten the distance between the receiving devices and the WiFi signal. Design: DSOD Interior What should you do?
Design: Key Concept #7. Not using wireless mesh routers for a double or triple storey propertyImage from Linksys A traditional WiFi router setup usually is made of single receiver, and a couple of WiFi boosters when the wireless signal is poor. However, the mesh WiFi routers, or known as whole home WiFi systems, are made of several satellite modules, or nodes. These modules are meant to be placed around the home interiors for a full WiFi coverage. In this way, mesh WiFi routers are able to deliver strong and the most consistent WiFi signal in the entire house. Unlike the traditional WiFi router setup, the mesh WiFi routers are part of a single wireless network that shares the same Service Set Identifier (SSID), which is also the name for a WiFi network. Design: Weiken.Com What should you do?
Design: Aesthete Interior Design #8. Not knowing the following WiFi router best practices:A. Not ensuring that the WiFi router is always updated with the latest firmwareFirmware updates are important because critical patches for security holes as usually packaged together with the update. Once the WiFi router has been updated, the performance, stability and security of the WiFi router are enhanced. In this way, the WiFi router has a faster response and is safer to use too. Design: Ascend Designs What should you do?
Design: Fineline Design B. Not rebooting the WiFi routerThe WiFi router is similar to your computer and hence, a daily reboot helps to clear its memory. In addition, always check for the latest firmware updates and make sure that the security patches are applied. In addition, do note that the firmware updates and patches are only applied after the WiFi router has been rebooted. Design: Neu Konceptz What should you do?
Design: The Scientist C. Not changing the WiFi router default password settingsMost of the WiFi routers are shipped with a default password and it is very easy to guess. Some do not even come with a password so that you can gain direct access to the WiFi router’s settings when you are using it the first time. When the default password is not changed, anyone can easily hack into the WiFi router, steal its bandwidth or even lock you out by changing its settings. Design: The Interior Lab What should you do?
Design: Space Factor D. Using a weak password for the WiFi networkWhen your WiFi password is weak, such hackers will exploit the weakness and steal your WiFi bandwidth. When this happens, the smaller bandwidth will mean slower WiFi performance. Design: LOME Interior What should you do?
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