St. Louis Park - Blog

DreamMaker Remodeling Tips

Is a Galley Kitchen Right for You?

You can choose from several layouts if you’re planning a kitchen remodel. For many small homes, including apartments, one of the best options is the galley kitchen. Often maligned, the galley kitchen -- sometimes referred to as the corridor kitchen -- actually has some great benefits, as discussed here. (more…)

Essential Features of an Aging-Friendly Home

Many people want to enjoy their golden years in the comfort of their home. But to realize this dream, their house may need to undergo home remodeling to make it more accessible. That’s because as people age, their mobility lessens. If you want to age in place, here are essential home modifications that can help you live independently. (more…)

Design Tips: Trend-Proofing Your Kitchen

Trendy designs draw attention to themselves and help kitchen features stand out. The problem is they also go out of style quickly. This doesn’t mean that there’s no point in keeping up with the latest design trends. Rather, it just means you need to choose a kitchen design that can easily be updated. (more…)

How to Avoid Remodeler’s Remorse

It’s never a good idea to rush the planning phase of a remodeling project. At the least, you should allocate a minimum of one to three months planning your home remodeling project. Aside from this, how do you avoid remodeler’s remorse? Here are some tips: (more…)

4 Practical Ways to Make a Flex Room Your Own

Practically all modern homes have a flex space, whether it’s an extra room, a spare bedroom, a spacious stairway landing or a finished basement. A flex room is a space you can fully customize as your lifestyle needs change. Think of it as a blank canvas you can make your own. Here are some of the ways to transform your flex space, according to the expert home remodeling contractors at DreamMaker Bath[...]

5 Retro Bathroom Trends Likely to Make a Comeback

There are several reasons why certain retro designs keep coming back. Some think their appeal is based on pure nostalgia or a yearning for simpler times. However, we (and almost all professional designers) hold a different view: retro styles keep coming back because their design has an innate charm or functionality that makes them relevant even in modern times. We believe these vintage bathroom trends deserve a comeback! (more…)

Sprucing Up a Hard-Working Mudroom

Cleanliness is the top reason most homes come with a mudroom -- a transitional space where people can remove their boots or shoes, coats and other items before entering the main living area. And because it’s the first stop before entering your home, you’ll want to make sure it’s as stylish and functional as the rest of your living space. DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of St. Louis Park, one of[...]

4 Fun Basement Remodeling Ideas to Consider

For some people, the word “basement” will bring to mind an image of a dark, cramped and musty room. But for many homeowners today, the basement is a bright, comfortable space that offers many possibilities. Are you still using your basement as a laundry room or hidden storage area? Then you should consider having it renovated! With a little bit of creativity, you can transform it into something you won’t[...]

How Home Remodeling Can Enhance Your Life

Given the amount of time you spent indoors last year, you probably saw your home in a whole new light! To improve the spaces you’re living in and enhance your quality of life overall, you may be considering a major home remodeling project. Here are some of the ways remodeling benefits you. (more…)

Matching Kitchen & Bathroom Cabinets: Yes or No?

Important design choices abound when it comes to home remodeling. For example, you’ll need to decide whether to match the cabinets in your kitchen and bathroom. The quick answer? It depends on several factors, including your home’s layout. DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of St. Louis Park, the premier cabinet refacing company in the area, discusses factors that can affect this particular design conundrum. (more…)