Kathi Fleck's Blog, page 2
September 13, 2016
Gray is Here to Stary – The Color Taking Over Kitchen Cabs
Color has a huge effect on the atmosphere of a space, it’s no wonder why so many homeowners are embracing bold accent pieces in their spaces. It used to be that the majority of clients opted-in for traditional palettes of whites, browns and yellows (and that was pushing it). Now, I see homeowners willing and even excited to push the envelope when it comes to the color pallette for their new space. One of the biggest ways color is being incorporated into space is through accent pieces, particu...
August 23, 2016
Who do I Hire? An Interior Designer or a Design/Build Firm?
The big question is: What’s the difference? You want a new and or improvedhome from top to bottom, so who do you hire— An Interior Designer? A Design/Build firm? Or both?
Few people realize that many Interior Designers have some knowledge and training in construction, similarly, many Design/Build firms have knowledge and training in Interior Design. While both these professions revolve around home design, there remain some skills that necessitate the hiring of one over the other.
What Do Desi...
August 9, 2016
Hiring a General Contractor vs. a Design/Build Firm
Ever search the internet for a home remodeling professional having entered “General Contractors” or “Remodeling in my area” and come across the phrase “Design/Build”? It’snota typo. What used to exist as two separate phases:design phaseandconstruction phaseare now becoming a more cohesive unit for many remodeling firms – in both the residential and commercial sectors. Additionally, a Design/Build firm works differently than a General Contractor.
What Is the difference between a General Contra...
July 20, 2016
Interior Design and Magnolia Farms
My Magnolia Farms visit may have started out as an unexpected shopping trip while on route to a South Texas wedding. Once inside though, I realized that my clients would also love it. I felt so inspired by their offerings, I had to share my experience. I’ve always been attracted to farmhouse finds and antiques. In fact, my own home is filled with them. Each room features finds from tucked away antique shops in small towns as well as family air looms. So, when I came across Magnolia Farms in W...
July 15, 2016
Should you keep the tub?
When working with a design build contractor to remodel your bathroom, there are many questions you might have. Some of those questions are actually integral to figuring out what’s going to work and what’s not. Should you keep the tub is one several questions you should ask yourself to prepare for a meeting with a bathroom designer.
Should You Keep the Tub?
Consider your daily cleansing and preparation routine. If you use the tub very rarely, it may not even be a necessity. Even if you do us...
June 20, 2016
How to Design Your Kitchen Like a Professional
The modern home is always evolving. It’s easy to get inspiration, but most homeowners don’t know how to start. When I speak to LSPS clients, most want to incorporate trending designs into their remodel. However, once we start visiting showrooms for materials, they sway from one concept to another. It’s easy to do so with a variety of possibilities in front of you. I always advise them to have a design in mind, whether it be traditional, transitional or contemporary. From there, it’s easy to m...
May 25, 2016
What’s in a Residential Remodeling Contract?
A residential remodeling contract can seem overwhelming. But, it’s your contractor’s jobs to present the information about your kitchen, bathroom, or whatever other remodel to you in the contract. There is no single, set format for residential remodeling contracts. Each contractor will include different items pertaining to how they operate. However, all contracts serve a purpose. It sets out key information about the contractual arrangements between you and your contractor, while the schedule...
May 13, 2016
4 Things a Homeowner Can Do to Minimize Potential Remodeling Project Delays
“My clients always ask how long a project will take and whether some activity will happen every day… And while I don’t give an extended timeframe to account for delays, I do let them know that delays often occur.” – Kathi Fleck, Renovate, Remodel… Relax!
Unfortunately, delays are just a part of remodeling. Even the best-laid plans can be foiled by unforeseen delays. Many of them have nothing to do with the contractors themselves. Some are completely unavoidable. But as a homeowner, there are...
April 10, 2016
Designing a Kitchen for Multiple Cooks
Will you have a kitchen in which multiple cooks will be working? At times, will they even be cooking all at once? These are the questions that should be asked when designing a kitchen for multiple cooks.
Are the cooks partners in the preparation, or is one the main cook with an assistant?
Does...
March 27, 2016
The Top Bathroom Designs Sweeping Arlington
Arlington, Texas – home of the AT&T stadium, Six Flags, Globe Life Park Stadium and… innovative remodelers – well, at least we think so. In recent years Arlington homeowners have been approaching us with some exciting bathroom design visions. So what exactly are Arlington homeowners wanting when it comes to bathroom remodels and design?
Transitional and contemporary style bathrooms with:
Emphasized Focal Points
These bathroom designs consist of grand walk-in showers with frameless heavy-gla...
