Design

If you are planning a remodeling, stop what you are doing and review this rulebook. We want to help save you time and money with these six remodeling rules. 

The Remodeling Guidebook:

Rule 1: Keep up with the decades. If you are not planning on remodeling again, try to keep your home’s remodel timeless. Think about if the design will go out of style quickly or if it is just too trendy. Your best bet is to stick with the classics when remodeling. 

Rule 2: Incorporate more storage. We are pretty sure that no homeowner says that they have “too much” storage in their home. That is because we can always use more storage. If you are planning a remodel, make sure to add more space for your belongings. From furniture to closets, always keep storage in mind. 

Rule 3: Focus on what you love. Now is the time to incorporate what you love into your home’s design. If you love golf, add a putting green in your backyard. If you love to cook, add more counter space and high-tech appliances to the kitchen. The remodel is about your needs, do not forget that. 

Rule 4: Emphasize the home’s charm. A lot of times, we purchase homes because of their character and charm. If you loved the ceiling’s arches, emphasize them in the design. Take what you loved about the home and draw attention to those factors. 

Rule 5: Paint colors set the mood of a room. Have you ever noticed you feel more peaceful in a certain color room? It is because paint really can set the mood of your room. Decide what mood you are going for then choose paint based off of that. If you want to create a den feel, try using a dark gray. If you want to create a cheerful feel, try using a light blue. 

Rule 6: Comfort is key. You are living in the home that you remodel, aren’t you? Make sure that you choose items that are cozy. Odds are you will have to live with it for awhile and comfortable always wins.

With every great remodel comes great flooring. We would love to help you with all of your flooring needs. Visit us at ICC Floors or contact us for more information.

Vast open spaces are perfect for creating a coastal-inspired space. It emulates the wide open spaces of beaches and open waters of the ocean. When there are ample windows, like in this room, there is no feeling of separation between nature and structure.

Extending the wood floors up the wall further unifies this space. It creates a focal point and creates a pleasant contrast between the wood paneling and the white fireplace. Notice that the paneling is extended to the ceiling. This creates a feeling of being enveloped by the space. There is a further sense of bringing nature indoors.

The use of green accents works well with the blue of the ocean. Green pops of color on the pillows and the palm contrast nicely with the natural surroundings and textiles. Black casings on the windows provide a bit of an architectural detail with the use of clean lines. It also breaks up the vast ocean and creates a pleasing design on the floor to ceilings windows.

Minimalist design plays up the natural surroundings and makes this space calm and relaxing. All of the clean lines work well together. There is plenty of natural light and open space. Natural elements can really be enjoyed here. There is no need for an excess of accessories or artwork. The natural surroundings are acting as a majestic work of art alone. Other pieces are not needed.

Notice the firebox is extended to the edge of the hearth. This falls right in rhythm with the natural horizon line, created by the ocean. Elongating this feature makes the design look like it is floating. This design creates a pleasing focal point for this minimalist contemporary space.

When you have a home in the middle of nature, the best thing to do is accentuate its natural beauty. There is less need for material things to fulfill the interior’s potential. Highlight the views outside whenever there is a pleasing view! Showing off an interesting backdrop will enhance the interior immensely.