The kitchen is the center of the home where warm meals, laughs, and cherished moments are shared. But like any other room in the house, there will come a time when the functionality and layout need an upgrade. Maybe the appliances are outdated, the design doesn’t bring inspiration or happiness, or you’ve outgrown the old kitchen with your master cooking skills.

If you’re thinking about a kitchen remodel, it’s easy to look at the big picture and think you won’t need the help of a professional. By doing it yourself you have the potential to save time and money, after all. But that’s not always the case. Hiring a professional will help you avoid any costly mistakes or design flaws that you’ll regret later on down the road. We’ve asked experts, from New York, NY to San Diego, CA, to share the top reasons you should hire a professional for your kitchen upgrade. You’ll achieve your dream kitchen, increase property value, and set it above the competition before you know it.

Choosing the best gutter guards for your house

Is your home ready for heavy rain? Clogged gutters can overflow and cause damage to the roof, siding, deck, and foundation. By adding gutter guards to our gutter system, we can prevent twigs, leaves, and other debris from obstructing water flow.

Installing gutter guards is a one time upgrade that will permanently protect your home from water damage. Schedule a free gutter installation estimate to learn more. We serve Indianapolis and the surrounding areas.

Therapists share 8 things in your living room that could be causing you stress — and how to handle them.

The demand for lumber is going through the roof, and so is the cost paid by builders and homeowners.

It was in the 2010s when, as SW puts it, “the graying of America” began in full force. Gray knocked the long-reigning beige out of its position as the default wall color, complemented by some white, black, and off-black shades. Homeowners embraced gray as a more modern, upscale, and elegant neutral option that paired well with other neutrals as well as bolder shades.

Your home isn’t just a source of pride or a place where you can relax after a long day — it’s also an investment in your family’s future. And while it’s natural to want to make improvements to increase your home’s resale value, some renovations will actually cost you money in the long run. Just because you see something as an improvement doesn’t mean a potential buyer will feel the same way.

For companies around the world, business has been dawdling since the outbreak of COVID-19. It has affected service sectors (hair and nail salons), social assistance (home care), and food services, which are some of the top industries for female entrepreneurs (along with law and sciences). Small businesses face enough barriers as it is — here's how you can help the women entrepreneurs in your life.

Trends can be fashionable, innovative, or practical, and sometimes all the above. This is certainly true of what we see in windows. With 2020 being the “at home” year, it makes perfect sense that homeowners have been thinking about ways to transform their homes. 2021 may be the time to act on those thoughts and dreams. Here are a few ideas to watch in 2021.

The basement at my mamaw's house in Virginia has that smell. Immediately after cracking open the door, you’re hit with a whiff of pure, unadulterated basement. It’s a specific scent a lot of basements seem to share, along with (in my mind, at least) scenes of cement, plywood, and exposed pipes. This aesthetic many of us associate with basements isn’t exactly flattering, but the potential is beautiful!

Our experts have curated a tone of basement images over the years. Here, we gaze upon the sort of things that give me flashbacks to my mamaw's basement: electric meters, bricks, cement, various cylinders and machines I can’t identify. Ahead, our designers share 4 reasons to love the subterranean house feature, musty stench and all!