Home Renovations: To DIY or Not to DIY, That is the Question
If you’re like most savvy homeowners, you probably want to save money on home improvements by doing them yourself. But, it’s important to note that not all home renovations are smart to tackle yourself. In some cases, you’ll need the expertise of a professional to...
How to Prepare for a Kitchen Remodel Part 2
Deciding to renovate is half the battle, but your job isn’t over yet. So you’ve decided to remodel your kitchen and have hired the right remodeling contractor for the job. Now what? Long before your kitchen remodeling contractors steps through your door to start...
How to Prepare for a Kitchen Remodel
The decision to renovate your kitchen is just one step in the process. If you’ve read many of our previous blogs, you know that we talk a lot about why you should consider remodeling, the benefits of remodeling, etc. But, what we don’t often talk about is what you...
Bathroom Remodeling Mistakes to Avoid Part 2
Do-it-yourself bathroom remodeling can be a dangerous game. Bathrooms today aren’t what they used to be. The bathrooms of yesteryear were mainly about function and utility, and not much else, but todays’ bathrooms are all about creating a relaxing, spa-like...
Low Cost Bathroom Updates That Bring Your Bath Into The 21st Century
If you’d love to completely renovate your master bath, but don’t have it in the budget yet, there are a few small things you can do that add up to big changes. Check out these ideas that modernize your bathroom, and can be done in a weekend.
Bathroom Remodeling Mistakes to Avoid
Are you thinking about attempting a do-it-yourself bathroom remodel? Bathroom remodeling projects aren’t exactly cheap, and that may be why so many people attempt to handle them on their own. In many ways, doing it yourself can help you save money, but only if you...
Top 6 Basement Remodeling Ideas Part 2
Are you looking to turn your unfinished basement into something spectacular? When you have an unfinished basement at your disposal, the possibilities are endless. There are so many ways that you could transform your space; you just have to find the best option for...
Top 6 Basement Remodeling Ideas
Looking for a great idea for your basement remodeling project? An unfinished basement is like a blank canvas. There are so many possibilities out there, and it’s completely up to you to decide what you want to do with it. But, just as Uncle Ben says in Spiderman, with...
The Benefits of Remodeling Your Home
Regardless of why you’re considering remodeling your home, it comes with many benefits. Maybe you’re planning on selling your home in the near future, and you are remodeling to ensure that you get the best possible price on your home. Maybe you’re adding a new...
5 Benefits To Living In A Smaller Home
Drive around any neighborhood built in the past few decades, and you will definitely notice mostly huge houses, often situated quite close together and inhabited by smaller families. People think they need a ton of square footage, but in reality, this often dispenses...
Signs That You Need a Home Addition
A home addition is a solid investment for virtually any home, but how do you know if you need one? Whether you’re looking to sell your home one day or stay with the home while your family changes and grows through the years, more space is almost always a good thing....
New Year’s Resolutions for a Peaceful Kitchen Part 2
This year, resolve to make your kitchen a more peaceful place! Whether you’re doing the daily crossword puzzle, having a family meeting or helping your child study for a test, chances are, you’re doing so in your kitchen. While most people think of their kitchen as...
New Year’s Resolutions for a Peaceful Kitchen
Still trying to determine your New Year’s resolution? Time flies, and this past year has gone by incredibly quickly. Believe it or not, in a few short weeks, the new year will be here at last, and it’s the perfect time to determine what your 2018 New Year’s...
Is it Time to Remodel Your Bathroom?
How do you know when the time comes to remodel your bathroom? When it comes time to sell your home, having a stylish, functional and up-to-date bathroom is a must. In fact, bathrooms are some of the first things people look at when they’re looking at homes, and if...
How to Finance Your Home Remodeling Project
Do you want to remodel your home but you’re unsure about how you’ll pay for it? When you want to add functionality, style and enjoyment to your day-to-day life, home remodeling is a great choice. However, most renovations aren’t exactly cheap, and not everyone has the...
Tips for Designing a Kitchen for Entertaining
Want to make your kitchen perfect for entertaining? The holidays are here at last, and that has many of us thinking about entertaining. Whether you’re planning to spend the holidays with just your immediate family or you’ll be throwing a party for all of your loved...
The Dos and Don’ts of Bathroom Remodeling Part 2
There are many dos and don’ts to keep in mind for your upcoming bathroom remodeling project. Bathroom renovations can be expensive, and if you want to ensure that yours is a success, you need to take the right steps in order to make it so. At Daniels Design &...
The Dos and Don’ts of Bathroom Remodeling
Are you planning to remodel your bathroom in the near future? When you want a remodeling project that will add value to your home and enjoyment to your life, a bathroom renovation is the way to go. In terms of cost vs value, bathroom remodeling is a solid choice....
Money Saving Resolutions For Your Home
Using just a few of these tips will help you save money in the New Year. If you’re planning to save even more with an energy efficient renovation, give us a call. Our designers are standing by to help you plan your next project, whether it is big or small. Start the conversation today, and Happy New Year from all of us at Daniels Design and Remodeling.
Top Remodeling Trends of 2017
2017 was a year full of change, and that goes for our homes too. Some are old classics, others a result of living in our modern age. What were some of the top remodeling trends of 2017?
Dining Room Table Options
As the holidays arrive, the focus turns to the dining room table, where friends and family gather for great meals and good company. The dining room table is important throughout the year, but the holidays are really its time to shine. There are many types and styles...
Extra Features for a Bathroom Remodel
There are some great ideas that will give your bathroom the style you are looking for, and a few indulgences that can really give your bath the “wow” factor. What are some essential features to include in your Northern Virginia bathroom remodel?
New Ideas For Your Home
The hottest colors and textures for your home change over time. Very recently, shining stainless steel and glossy granite counter tops ruled luxury kitchens. In 2017, a more subtle approach is taking center stage. Matte finishes, knobby textures, and muted metals are...
Remodeling Horror Stories – Don’t Let it Happen to You!
There are so many remodeling horror stories out there! With Halloween just a few days away, we thought it would be appropriate to go over some of the most blood-curdling, scream-inducing stories of renovations gone wrong. But, through all of the frights and fears,...
What’s In Your Attic?
Everyone is looking for more square footage in their Northern Virginia home remodeling projects. Expanding out is not always a possibility, and basements may be non-existent or not practice. For inspiration, look up! Renovating the attic space is a hot trend right now that enhances your space with a brand new getaway.
Aging-in-Place but Need More Space? Consider These 3 Home Improvements This Fall
Baby Boomers often relocate after retirement, frequently moving to high-rise condominiums down South or senior communities with fewer home maintenance responsibilities. Even so, there’s something special about retiring in the home that holds years – even decades – of...
Indoor Gardening is Taking Off
Healthier lifestyles has led to more people favoring making meals at home. This means homeowners desire and updated, renovated kitchen to enjoy cooking in. It has also led to healthier eating habits, with more people eating more fruits and vegetables. Everyone is familiar with outdoor vegetable gardens, but what is indoor gardening?
Leading Trends In Luxury Lighting
The importance of the right lighting in your home cannot be underestimated, and lighting trends come and go just like furniture trends. Luxury lighting is a great addition to your Northern Virginia remodeling project. Here are some of the latest ideas in lighting.
Top Luxury Kitchen Appliance Brands
If you’re looking for the best of the best for your Arlington VA kitchen remodel, a few kitchen appliance brands stand out from the crowd. These combine technology, innovation, quality, and performance. Here are 3 of the top rated luxury kitchen appliance brands.
Take Cues From Top Hotels For A Master Bedroom Oasis
When you’re planning a Northern Virginia master bathroom remodel and also want to freshen up your master bedroom, it’s a perfect time to add touches that will make your master bedroom and bath a personal oasis. By taking cues from top luxury hotels, you can make your bedroom and bath the most comfortable and functional spaces possible.
4 Ways To Improve Your Home This Summer
This summer is a great time to make improvements on your home. Whether you are thinking of selling and want to increase your resale value, or just want to be able to enjoy your Northern Virginia home more, we have some great ideas for you.
Outdoor Entertaining
With the summer months comes even more outdoor entertaining. we have some tips for enjoying the outdoors with family and friends, and beating the heat. Enjoy all that summer has to offer with these easy outdoor entertaining ideas.
Island Ideas That Wow
Everyone knows the kitchen island becomes the centerpiece for the home. It’s where family and friends gather for meals, paperwork, and socializing. These days, the humble kitchen island is anything but, and there are great features to add that will upgrade your kitchen and your life. Add a touch of luxury and convenience to your Northern Virginia home renovation with these top island additions.
5 Bathroom Remodeling Mistakes to Avoid
Dreaming of a newly remodeled bathroom? We can't blame you, especially with all the amazing examples featured in design magazines and websites. However, before you start tearing down walls and buying new fixtures, you'll want to avoid these 5 bathroom remodeling...
Add Top Tech To Your Luxury Home Renovation
The luxury home renovation market in Northern Virginia is booming, and it’s not just high end kitchens and master bathrooms. Homeowners are bringing luxury into every aspect of their home remodeling projects. Home technology is one area that gives your house an extreme upgrade. Here are some of the top high-end tech products available now.
5 Home Security Tips for Your Next Vacation
Summer means it's time for vacations, day trips, and family getaways. Heading out for new adventures is great, but you want to make sure you leave your home safe and secure. Here are 5 home security tips for when you leave on your next vacation. Hold The Deliveries...
Great Garage Updates
The humble garage can be elevated to superstar status in your home with a few minor changes. It’s probably one of the largest areas of your home with 400 to 600 square feet or even more, and a garage remodel can add storage, organization, and aesthetic appeal to your home. Here are some ways to make your garage one of your favorite spots in the house.
Updated Flooring
Putting down new flooring in the garage instantly adds style, and covers up unsightly stains and blemishes. You might be surprised at how many garage flooring options are available for your Northern Virginia renovation project in the garage. One option is to use tiles specifically designed for the garage. You can choose hard tiles made of tough plastic, soft PVC tiles, or carpet tiles. Another idea is garage rolls made of vinyl or rubber. These offer a great look as well as quick and easy installation.
Clever Remodeling Hacks
Have you ever fantasized about having a secret room in your home? At the push of a button, shelving or a stair case would reveal itself to be a hidden door, revealing an unknown room within. Home renovation is the perfect time to talk to your contractor about installing the secret room of your dreams.
At Daniels Design and Remodeling, we are more than willing to think outside the box with you. Bring us your creative ideas and we will combine them with our years of experience and expertise to make them a reality. Call us today to start the conversation.
Creative Storage In Your Home
Having enough storage is a big issue for most home owners. Square footage is at a premium, so where can you put all of your stuff? There are creative storage solutions that you can integrate into your Northern Virginia kitchen remodel, master bath remodel, or and home remodeling job.
Kitchen Automation
The kitchen of the future is here today. From sensor-activated lights that illuminate the kitchen only when it’s in use to meat thermometers that alert your smartphone when dinner is done, kitchen technology is here to make your life easier.
Tips To Sell Your Home
Real Estate experts and top designers have weighed with tips to sell your home, and the results may surprise you. Some features will help you get the best price, while others can bring the value of your home down. There are several interior design elements homeowners...
Molding Choices To Enhance Any Room
There’s nothing that classes up a room quite like adding beautiful molding. It’s a timeless touch that adds architectural detail where there wasn’t any before, and gives any room a rich, finished look. Once you decide to add moldings during your renovation project, you need to choose which type of molding you are going to use in the room. Here are a few of your options.
The Connected Home
Adding a smart thermostat to your home adds a lot more than just convenience. You can save significant amount of money on your utility bills and save energy. While programmable thermostats have been around for years, smart thermostats that you can control from your smartphone are a whole new world. With a smart thermostat, you can turn your air conditioning up before you get home, or turn down the heat if you find you’re going to be away for an extended period. Today’s wi-fi enabled thermostats can integrate with other smart devices in your home, and can be controlled via virtual assistants like Amazon’s Alexa.
We Win CotY Award For The 10th Time
Daniels Design and Remodeling is pleased to announce that we have won the Contractor of the Year award once again! Each year, NARI gives the CotY awards to the best contractors in the business. 2016 is the 10th year that Daniels Design and Remodeling has won this prestigious award, and we couldn’t be happier.
Eco-Friendly Flooring
The hottest trend in home remodeling is green building, and that extends right down to the floor. We are committed to Green Remodeling, and we advise homeowners to look into the wide variety of eco-friendly flooring options available today for home renovation. They combine beauty, durability, and a low carbon footprint, making them the perfect choice for any remodeling project. Check out some of the many types of eco-friendly flooring available.
There’s More To Sinks Than You Think
The kitchen sink might not be the most glamorous item in your Northern Virginia kitchen remodeling project, but it will probably be the most used. The sink is the workhorse of the kitchen, in use day and night for all kinds of purposes. The sink you choose for your kitchen renovation will depend on how you use your kitchen, and your personal taste. These days, there are a number of stylish choices and options for your kitchen remodel.
Square Footage Above The Garage
When you must have more space, but you love your home and its location but absolutely must have more space, look above the garage. This can often be the one spot where you can add a room without increasing square footage, and keeping your addition within the home’s existing footprint will reduce costs. Since garages are normally at least 20 x 24 feet, you’ll find a lot of room to expand your living space.
Modern Bath Design
Updating your bathroom is one of the smartest investments you can make into your home. It is a project that increases your home’s resale value, gives you a design that suits your lifestyle, lowers your energy footprint, and allows you to take advantage of all the latest innovations in bathroom design.
Multi-Purpose Laundry Rooms
Having a space in your home to do laundry is a real luxury, and laundry rooms are popular home additions in Northern Virginia. In recent years, laundry rooms have been taken to a whole new level with custom shelving and storage, deluxe counter space, and sparkling paint jobs. Clever homeowners in Northern Virginia are now finding new ways to make the laundry room pull double duty, getting more use out of every inch of space in their homes.
Double Island Kitchens
A kitchen island is the hub of activity in the house, a great space to work, eat, and gather to enjoy each others company. The newest trend in kitchen remodels goes one better. Double island kitchens are showing up in kitchen layouts all over Virginia, and they open up a world of possibilities in the most popular room in the house.
Daniels Design & Remodeling Is Awarded Best of Houzz 2017
Daniels Design and Remodeling of Fairfax, Virginia has won “Best Of Design on Houzz®, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The 20 year old remodeling and design firm was chosen by the more than 40 million monthly unique users that comprise the Houzz community from among more than one million active home building, remodeling and design industry professionals.
Comfortable & Bright Interiors
This winter, our homes are where we find a peaceful escape from the hectic outside world. In this day and age of sensory overload, the main trend is toward comfortable furnishings and textures, and uplifting colors. Design is leaning towards hand crafted elements that defy our digital world, bringing us closer to family and friends in a warm, welcoming environment.
What Is A Pocket Office?
Many homeowners need a space in their home to get work done, but in the age of shrinking screens and streamlined equipment, an entire room dedicated to an office may not be necessary. That’s where the Pocket Office comes in. These spaces can be as small as 16 square feet, but that could be all that you need to get tasks accomplished efficiently.
Trends In The Master Bath
The master bath should be a modern sanctuary, and if yours leaves something to be desired, the new year is a great time to think about that long overdue master bathroom renovation. The best master bathrooms combine timeless choices mixed with a few innovative touches. Here are some of the top trends that may make your Northern Virginia master bathroom your favorite room in the house.
Top Remodeling Resolutions
The new year is just around the corner, and that means people are making all kinds resolutions for themselves. Don't leave your home out! Here are some of the top remodeling resolutions you can make for 2017. These home remodeling resolutions will help you get the...
We’ve Been In Business 20 Years
Daniels Design and Remodeling is proud we have been in business for 20 years. Since 1997, Daniels Design and Remodeling has been your premier Northern Virginia Remodeling Contractor. We started with just one employee, and now have over 15 of the best contractors, designers, architects, project managers, builders, and craftsmen in the business. We specialize in helping people figure out what they want and making their dreams a reality. Our design team helps you solve the problems in your home on time and on your budget.
Our Exclusive Remodeling Toolkit
Daniels Design and Remodeling is proud to offer our clients our exclusive Remodeling Toolkit. It guides you through the remodeling process and gives you secret tips and insights on the remodeling industry. Our Remodeling Toolkit is a free, downloadable kit that includes lots of extras to make your Northern Virginia remodeling project the very best in can be.
Steam Showers To Reduce Stress
Are you completely stressed out from holiday preps? An ideal solution for stress relief and luxury is to install a steam shower in your bathroom. To chase away the chill of winter, or let your tension go after a long, hard day, there is nothing like a steam shower. It’s a remodeling project that you’ll appreciate for years to come, and is a small change that can make a big difference in your life.
Eco-Friendly Kitchen Countertops
When you are doing Northern Virginia kitchen remodeling, it’s the perfect opportunity to make your home greener by choosing environmentally sustainable materials for your kitchen countertops. There are a wide variety of beautiful options that are better for the future of our planet.
Aging In Place- Top Priorities For Boomers
Many older American dream of being able to stay in their current homes when they retire. This means you don’t have to be uprooted from the home you have put so much work into, and you can retire with dignity. There are some changes and renovation that will easily convert your home to Universal Design,