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Remember to DREAM before you remodel

D.R.E.A.M. before you remodel. Follow these five tips before you tackle that Colorado Springs home improvement project. These steps will allow you to have a more successful remodeling experience.

D.R.E.A.M before you begin:
  1. Design: Have a design in mind. Contemporary? Eclectic? Traditional? Know the likes of your current space and what you want to keep or change when remodeling. Professional remodelers can offer great assistance in creating a cohesive plan to meet your desires with layout, color options, materials and more.
  2. References: When choosing a remodeler, always ask for references. By speaking with past customers and seeing pictures and results of past projects, you have a better understanding of the skills, customer service and design strengths of the firm.
  3. Estimate: Going beyond your budget is the best way to create a bad remodeling experience. Always get a written estimate from the remodeler that gives an accurate picture of the materials and labor costs before your agree on a project. If changes are made along the way, get them in writing to know their impact on your ultimate costs.
  4. Accountability: You want the project finished in two months. Your remodeler knows it will take twice that long. You asked for custom cabinets. Your remodeler said you approved the stock item.
    Avoid mishaps with a written contract that details the remodeler’s exact responsibilities to you, the customer. This includes the scope of the project, the time frame, the design details, materials, costs, and more – before the job every even begins.
  5. Mood: The ultimate goal of a remodeling project should be to create a certain mood. Do you want the space to offer peace and relaxation? Or do you desire energy and pizzazz and lots of room to mingle? The form and function of the project should culminate in a certain feeling – a certain mood. When working with your remodeler, communicate the mood you hope to achieve. This will factor into the design and help reach your goal.
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Awash with possibilities

Fluff and fold in a luxe laundry room.

There’s an enter-at-your-own-risk zone in every Colorado Springs home where socks mysteriously disappear, pocket change is recovered and people occasionally emerge in pink when a red bandanna goes astray in a load of whites.

The average American household does six loads of laundry per week, according to a study conducted by Procter & Gamble. Clearly, the laundry room is a hangout for more than just clothes.

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Why Do Women Remodel?

Today’s woman views her home so much more than just a place to eat and sleep. It's her sanctuary from the world, a reflection of herself, a gathering place for her family.
The kitchen is often considered the heart of the home, and when it comes to remodeling, a woman possesses a significant amount of influence on the decisions to be made. If you were to ask a woman what she desires in her new kitchen, and what she ultimately achieves from the remodeling process, what would be her answers?
I spoke with several Colorado Springs women (DreamMaker clients) to gain insight on what women really desire from their kitchens.

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Small Kitchen Survival

Small Kitchen Survival

It seems that these days, bigger isn’t always best. Tiny cell phones no thicker than a credit card? Better. Digital cameras small enough to slide into your front pocket? Even better. But when it comes to your kitchen, dollhouse-sized just won’t cut it. In fact, cramped kitchens can be a major red flag for home buyers and also present problems for current owners. So what do you do if your food prep area is space-challenged? Mark Witte, CGR (Certified Graduate Remodeler), CAPS (Certified Aging in Place Specialist) owner of DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen and wife/co-owner Debra Witte (certified redecorating specialist) weigh in the solutions.

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Seven Tips for Maximizing Your Remodeling Budget

Seven Tips for Maximizing Your Remodeling Budget
We’re celebrating National Kitchen and Bath Month

October is National Kitchen and Bath Month, bringing heightened attention to the two rooms most often remodeled in homes across America. In honor of National Kitchen and Bath Month, we offering seven key tips to help homeowners make the most of their remodeling budget.

Remodeling was a $275 billion industry in the United States last year and continues to grow and there are key things that homeowners can do to get the most bang for that buck. A little planning and education at the start can go a long way to realizing one’s remodeling dreams.
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