Get an edge by installing connected smart home technology during your home remodel Smart home technology is everywhere today. It has made its way into our vehicles, our workplaces, and our pockets. With smart tech’s skill at automation, it’s no surprise that it has found a perfect place in the home. Nearly 70-percent of homes […]
An outdoor kitchen is the ultimate al fresco space! Get ready for a ton of fun (and a good investment for your home) (Above) Outdoor kitchen renovation by Sweeten contractor Dennis If you agree that the kitchen is the heart of the home, then consider bringing that sense of entertaining and relaxation outside with an […]
Want to get more value out of each room in your home? Know where to invest (splurge) vs. hold back (save) in a renovation. Your house needs a few improvements and you have the urge to do them all immediately. Every project seems to announce itself with equal priority. Unless you’re awash in money and […]
Let your fridge blend neatly into its surroundings with these paneling ideas One of the first things you notice in a kitchen is the refrigerator. It is big and usually holds souvenir magnets, wedding invitations, or to-do lists. With more homes featuring open-plan layouts, its size and boxy shape interfere with the visual harmony. Paneling […]
Sixties-era appliances are finally replaced Project: Revamp an outdated kitchen in Kensington, Brooklyn Before: Racquel scored a deal when she found her 800-square-foot co-op in an estate sale, though she knew the kitchen (that hadn’t been updated since the ‘60s) would need work. “The first thing I did when I put my offer in was […]
A primer on cooking with steam and convection ovens A Bosch steam convection oven in Amy and Nick’s kitchen If you love to cook you’ve probably heard about steam cooking. This method has graduated from the vegetable steamer of the ‘70s to more sophisticated options that include: The freestanding steam oven, which cooks solely with […]
Pre-fab cabinetry—like a pantry cabinet from IKEA—can be a simple way to fulfill the kitchen renovation ideas you’ve been dreaming about Planning your new kitchen design is an exciting time. It’s fun to walk through a big-box store like IKEA, Home Depot, or Lowe’s and start brainstorming the look and feel of your space. These […]
To outfit this crowd-pleaser, choose the right spot to build; add a good grill and other outdoor kitchen appliances (Above) This Kalamazoo outdoor kitchen features a built-in grill, weather-tight cabinets, refrigerator drawers, and a pizza oven sitting on the countertop. If you want to eat out more often, but hate spending a fortune on restaurants, you […]
How much it costs to renovate your kitchen in Westchester County, NY (Above) Brooke and Paul’s Sweeten kitchen renovation in Pelham, New York There’s no doubt that Westchester is a picturesque place to live—the luxury of space and peace with the bustle of New York City a quick trip away. Some recent buyers and established homeowners alike feel it would be […]
Read this handy primer, from door types—french door refrigerator or bottom freezer—to cool tech and features. Fruit-infused water dispenser, anyone? Kristen’s French door refrigerator bottom-mount freezer in her renovated Chelsea kitchen It’s probably the most frequently visited place in your home. It’s the hub of the kitchen. It’s the refrigerator. No other appliance sees so much […]
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