Covered porch addition by Pro/Craft Contracting Inc., 89 Cedar Ave., Lake Villa, IL 60046, (847) 265-9900, www.pccontracting.com The owners of this Libertyville home were looking for a covered outdoor living area that could accommodate many people, but still feel cozy

Renovation by Attention to Detail Home Remodeling, 10170 Swaybranch Drive, Roswell, GA 30075, (770) 649-7743, www.atdremodel.com Before The couple who own this Decatur home weren’t seeking a typical bathroom renovation. Rather, their need for a makeover rose from necessity more

Reduce, reuse and recycle for a green, healthy remodel It’s no surprise—remodeling projects generate waste, and an important aspect of responsible remodeling is determining when to reduce, reuse and recycle. Selecting home-improvement contractors who are well versed in green remodeling

Consider countertops made with recycled material As the green movement continues to expand in popularity, manufacturers are taking note and creating more eco-friendly products. When it comes to countertops, one of—if not the most—eco-friendly option is a recycled material. According

Choosing healthy and green flooring materials Installing flooring from natural resources can help make your home as healthy as possible, reducing moisture and indoor air pollutants from the ground up. Wood wiseUtilizing wood from faster-growing trees and choosing engineered lumber

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Kitchen renovation by Mahogany Builders, Chicago, (773) 755-0055, www.mahoganybuilders.com When buying this Wicker Park home, the new owners knew it needed renovations—especially the small kitchen with a dysfunctional layout. The owner designed an all-knew kitchen layout, and hired Chicago-based Mahogany

Remodeled by Patricia Paulk Interiors, (678) 361-8107, www.patriciapaulkinteriors.com When this homeowner purchased her 90-year-old bungalow, she could tell the kitchen had been remodeled over the years—but the job had been poorly done. The only pantry was a shelf in the

BEFORE Kitchen Renovation by Eastern Remodeling & Cabinet Refacing Wanting to lighten and brighten their outdated kitchen, the owners of this Raleigh-area home recruited the experts at Eastern Remodeling & Cabinet Refacing to give the space an extensive makeover. The

Home automation installed by Digital Interiors Inc., (770) 844-5800, www.diiatl.com Before When they renovated their Buckhead home, these homeowners asked for a media room that included wholehouse integration. While watching a movie or satellite TV or listening to music, the