5 Steps to Creating a Remodeling Project Budget
Home remodeling projects can be exciting and fun. They can also be a financial strain. It is easy to lose control of spending if you don't set a budget and stick with it. We have discovered that creating a solid remodeling project budget can be the hardest part of the...
Interior Decorating vs. Interior Design: The Difference Is Real
You want an entirely new look in your kitchen. A better work flow would be nice, too. So maybe it's time to call that interior decorator one of your friends recommended. Or perhaps it was an interior designer. What's the difference? Read more to truly understand the...
Do I Need a Permit for My Remodeling Job?
You are thinking of working with Triple Heart Design on a remodeling project you've been wanting to do for years. You have a good idea of what you want the finished project to look like. You have a pretty good idea about materials, design features, etc. What you are...
Passive, Green, and Biophilic Design: What Does It All Mean?
Working as an interior designer in the 21st century is remarkably different compared to what earlier generations of designers experienced. Modern interior design is about more than just aesthetic appeal. Tastes have changed. So have materials. We view energy...
It’s Okay to Remodel for Yourself – You Matter Too!
Imagine a couple working with an interior designer on a combination family room and kitchen renovation. They can't seem to come to agreement. They continue wrestling over what they would prefer versus what they think they need to do to increase the resale value of...
5 Reasons a Bathroom Remodel Might Make Sense
The bathroom remodel guide we published not too long ago has been a tremendous success with our blog readers. We put a lot of helpful information in that guide, hoping it would prove useful to homeowners thinking of remodeling their bathrooms. We want to pull from...
Planning a Bathroom Remodel? You Need Our Bathroom Remodel Guide!
Bathroom Remodeling? Alongside kitchens, bathroom remodels are one of the biggest types of renovations to undertake. Having upgraded bathrooms in your home will not only make it more beautiful and functional, but it will add value to your home. According to the...
Planning a Kitchen Remodel? You Need Our Kitchen Remodel Guide!
Any home remodeling project is a big task to take on, but kitchen remodels are the most complex and expensive. For many, the kitchen is the central hub of the home. So the design and layout have to meet many functional needs. If you’ve been wanting to remodel your...
Start Your Year Off Fresh: Begin Living a Minimalist Lifestyle with these Home Decluttering Tips
Article featured in REDFIN: Start Your Year Off Fresh: Begin Living a Minimalist Lifestyle with these Home Decluttering Tips With the start of a new year, you’ve set your intentions for the year ahead. Maybe that means you’re decluttering your home, trying to become...
Biophilic Design
The average American spends about 93% of their time indoors (EPA). As such biophilic design has been gaining popularity in recent years with architects, interior designers, landscape architects, urban designers, city planners, and more. Whether you’re planning a new...
The Architect, Designer, and Contractor
The Architect, Designer, and Contractor: The Perfect Trio for a Flawless Construction Project Wondering if you’ll need an architect/engineer, interior designer or contractor for your remodel project? Tip - you may need all three. Keep reading for our advice. So you’re...
How to Create a Mood Board for an Interior Design Project
One of the best tools an interior designer uses for any design project is a mood board. Not only is it a great way to present ideas and design proposals to clients, but it acts as a visual representation for the overall aesthetic, feel, and mood of the project as a...
Going Green: Ways You Can Build a More Eco-friendly and Sustainable Home
Going Green: Ways You Can Build a More Eco-friendly and Sustainable Home Green Design has been around for much of the 20th century but has started gaining more traction and popularity in the last few decades as environmental issues have come to the forefront and many...
How to Budget for a Remodel Project
How to Create a Starting Budget for Your Remodel Project: What Are the Average Costs? If you’re embarking on your first remodel project it may be hard to know how to start planning your budget. Sure, you know how much you can afford to spend, but will that cover all...
How to Start Planning For a Remodel Like a Pro
If you’re embarking on your first renovation project, then the process can be overwhelming. There are so many decisions to make and details to keep track of - from deciding what spaces to renovate, knowing if you need to get permits, planning the space, selecting the...