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Popular media and industry publications record ongoing evaluations of the return on investment of a kitchen and bathroom remodel. Recent reports found that homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill can expect to recoup 54% to 71% of the cost of a kitchen remodel when they sell their homes. Homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill could expect to recoup 54% to 63% of the cost of a bathroom remodel.

When renovating your kitchen or building a new one, selecting the right range hood is an important decision that homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill should not treat like an afterthought. Range hoods serve two vital roles. One is functional and the other is aesthetic. Some homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill capitalize on the opportunity to use the range hood as a focal point in their dream kitchen and have it serve as a reflection of their style. Others like their range hoods to be barely there.

Renovating your kitchen is one of the best investments homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill can make. A new kitchen adds significant value to your home and makes it more attractive to potential buyers. Most importantly, remodeling your kitchen results in countless cherished memories of family gatherings and quality time with friends – truly priceless experiences.

Many homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill remember when toilet tissue was in short supply during the spring of 2020. That time provided the perfect opportunity for our showroom to introduce homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill to the most underappreciated fixture for the bath – the bidet. What has been a more than pleasant surprise is that bidets continue to grow in popularity and appreciation post pandemic and now are an often welcomed and requested feature for primary and secondary baths.

The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), held in Las Vegas at the end of February, stands as the premier event in the industry, offering a glimpse into the future of kitchen and bathroom design. With a record number of exhibitors, KBIS showcased an array of new product introductions, emerging trends, and cutting-edge technologies that will help homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill create the kitchens and baths of their dreams.

Creating a dream kitchen within a smaller space is not just a possibility—it's a design challenge we excel at. Homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill never have to compromise functionality or aesthetics simply because their kitchen has a smaller footprint. Homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill should view smaller spaces as opportunities to benefit from innovative solutions that maximize every inch of available space, resulting in kitchens that are both practical and visually stunning.

While trends may come and go, the kitchen remains the heart of the home, evolving beyond mere meal preparation to serve various functions such as office space, study area, café, dining room, and entertainment hub. Despite these shifts, the fundamental purpose of the kitchen endures. Homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill seek versatile spaces that adapt to their lifestyles and preferences.

The number one regret of homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill and nationwide who recently renovated their kitchen is not investing sufficiently in storage and organization. By prioritizing storage and organization, homeowners in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill can not only create a visually stunning space but also ensure functionality and convenience tailored to their needs.