When you’re building or remodeling a kitchen, you may want to try to save money by opting for stock cabinets. However, this approach might not be the best choice in the long run. Here are five reasons the extra cost of custom cabinets is worth paying.

Breathe new life into your kitchen! If you are looking for ways to freshen up your kitchen, consider updating your backsplash. Read this post for a few ideas!

In 2020, we were honored to have two homes featured on the Asheville Home Builder Association Parade of Homes. One of them was this beautiful one-level home in Fletcher, NC. This Mountain contemporary home offers 3 beds, 2.5 baths and 3751 sq/ft. Also, it has room to grow, for a future basement build-out has already been designed for the home. If you like one-level living that is open and spacious, you will love this home. Visit it via the virtual tour in this blog post.

The second home we had featured in the Asheville Home Builder Association Parade of Homes was this house that offers one-level living with a finished basement for guests. It’s perfect for entertaining or just easy living and enjoying long-range views. Check out the virtual tour in this blog post!

If you are dreaming of a different kitchen, enter Wellborn Cabinet’s Dream Kitchen Makeover Contest. One grand-prize winner will receive a check of over $25,000 to renovate a kitchen. And while you’re thinking about renovating your kitchen, check out this blog post for some of the questions you should consider!

If you have thought about making the switch to a tiny home, you may have wondered how to make the most of your space, or lack thereof. Believe it or not, decorating a tiny home isn’t that different than decorating a home of any size. Just focusing on some basic design concepts will help you get the most enjoyment out of your smaller space. Keep reading to learn more!

Just because your home is small doesn’t mean it has to feel cramped. You can maximize the space you have with some simple tricks that will transform any small space into a more comfortable place to live. So, before you trade in for bigger, try for better! You may be amazed at what you can achieve in the space you have.

Making the choice to live in downtown Asheville can mean living in a smaller space than you will find in a suburban or rural area. However, small can still be stylish and comfortable. Whether you live in an apartment, a condo, or a home, check out these ideas for making the best of your urban home.

Here in the Western North Carolina mountains, we are particularly blessed with a beautiful outdoor environment, and you don’t have to have a mountaintop home to enjoy it. Any house with even a cozy plot of land provides indoor-outdoor connection opportunities. Read this post for some ideas for how to make the transition between the two work seamlessly.

Last month, we shared ideas for decorating with natural elements so that you could turn your home into a relaxing and rejuvenating space. This month, since we are talking about destressing in our homes, we thought we’d revisit the topic of decorating with nature and look at some more ideas. For inspiration, check out our slide show below.

According to the American Psychological Association, the United States is experiencing a mental health crisis. We are all more stressed! Added stress can take a toll on your mind, body, and relationships. One way to decrease your stress is to intentionally make your home more relaxing. Check out our ideas below!

Here is one of our favorite projects from 2020, a kitchen remodel we did in a West Buncombe, NC, home. We kept the basic footprint of the kitchen the same, but we increased the size of the island, which provided more baking prep area. The larger island highlighted the incredible pattern of the Cambria Skara Brae quartz countertop, a major feature of this kitchen that added depth and movement to the space. Read this post to learn more!

Nature can make us feel calm yet rejuvenated, which is why people love to escape to the outdoors. Decorating with nature can capture this sense of well-being in our homes, and even the most modern home decor can be enhanced with natural elements. For inspiration, check out our slide show in this blog post.

With environmentalists reminding us to “reduce-reuse-recycle,” repurposing items to create fashionable home decor has become hugely popular. Whether you are an experienced upcyclist or just want to spend an afternoon browsing for a few choice antique pieces, Asheville offers plenty of options for your next new-to-you find. Check out a few of our favorites.

Everyone seems to be making their homes smarter these days. But are these gadgets anything other than novelties? In honor of Earth Day, here are five ways that you can make your home smarter while also positively impacting the environment.

Open floor plans create a welcoming atmosphere with a special flow between areas that might have traditionally been separate rooms, but they can create decorating challenges. Here are some tips to help you be intentional and make the most out of your space.

What kid wouldn’t love a unique and adventurous room? Make time at home is less boring, and don’t be surprised if you find that you’re feeling a little more playful too! Even older siblings might find new ways to play together in these fresh, colorful spaces.

Working from home is here to stay, so now is the time to commit to a permanent office space in your home. With a few simple changes, you can make your home office space more efficient, relaxing, and pleasurable. Check out these latest home office trends for inspiration.

Is your house is looking as tired as you felt in 2020? One of the simplest ways to bring it back to life is to change up your paint colors. This year, industry experts are leaning towards natural hues that evoke a sense of well-being, tranquility, comfort, and coziness.

You may want to forget about 2020, but some of the influences here to stay. The pandemic has changed the way we look at how we use our living spaces… because we’ve spent so much time living in them. Let’s take a look at five design trends for the new year.