Homeowners are well aware of the curb appeal factor when selling or remodeling a home, but garage doors are rarely included in that equation. A front-entry garage door can take up almost 30 percent of the front elevation of a

Spring is a time of increasing bounty, but when precipitation is a bit too bountiful or concentrated in an undesirable location, long-term damage can result. The impact may be on the landscaping, on the basement or crawlspace or on the

The big “m” word. MOLD! It scares people and has created more litigation than ever before. Foreclosed and vacant properties can be even riskier since there can be a higher presence of mold in these houses. Banks have established special

BEFORE Outdoor living area renovation by Canyon Stone, 1423 E. Wait Ave., Wake Forest, NC 27587, 
(919) 562-5005, www.canyon-stone.com This North Raleigh transitional brick home came equipped with a backyard play area complete with swings and a trampoline for the

Bathroom renovation by EJ Interiors, Dallas, TX 75219, (214) 641-9487, www.ejinteriors.net               In recent years, the bathroom has gone from simply a functional space to a room in which homeowners can retreat and savor in. Spa-like features are now the necessity,

BEFORE Kitchen renovation by Inspired Interiors, 4124 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 60618, (773) 728-0419, www.inspiredinterior.com  The heart of the home is known to be in the kitchen, but this Ravenswood family was finding it difficult to spend time there,

Kitchen renovation by: RMS Remodeling in Wake Forest, (919) 729-7188; Neuse Tile Service Inc. in Youngsville, (919) 570-7400, www.neusetile.com; Carolina Custom Kitchen and Bath in Apex, (919) 363-6990, www.carolinacustomkitchen.com; NC Floor Guys in Raleigh, (919) 815-0073, 
www.ncfloorguys.com Newlyweds Christine Christianson

It’s often been said that the kitchen is the heart of the home. As the epicenter for grand gatherings and casual get-togethers, it’s no wonder most homeowners strive to create a well-designed space with cutting-edge conveniences. Although kitchen styles can

For this year’s “Decorating on a Dime” Contest we wanted to find out just how far $1,000 goes these days. Atlanta residents accepted the challenge and were happy to share their budget home decorating projects with us, including exactly how

                    From the Runway Fashion designer Jason Wu’s collection of bath fittings and accessories for luxury brand Brizo is turning heads with edgy lines and a matte black finish. The collection