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Today’s style of living calls for rooms to be open and connected. Older kitchens often suffer from narrow doorways and are isolated from family and guests. This was true for these North Raleigh homeowners who called Wood Wise to help make their home more open and inviting. WW designer Kathy Walker developed several options for them to consider. The winning layout involved widening the doorway from the foyer/dining room and removing the partial wall to the family room. The new large island has the cooktop and seating for the family. Freshly updated and open, this home is ready for today’s style of living.

Rethinking the layout of a home is a specialty of Wood Wise. Many factors are considered to develop the design options we present to our homeowners. In this home renovation, relocating the laundry room made the most sense to create a better flow from the kitchen to the family room. Wood Wise designer Kathy Walker creatively took part of the large garage and turned it into a highly functional space. This side entry room now provides space for crafts, laundry, cubbies, and lots of storage.

It may not feel like spring outside. But this weekend inside the Raleigh Convention Center , spring will be everywhere. The Downtown Raleigh Home Show is putting on its best with remodelers, home improvement companies, landscapers, and other home service companies all ready to help you with your home projects. Fresh ideas will abound for upping your most used rooms and spaces. Wood Wise will be there to show “before” and “after” makeovers of area homes along with answering questions about our easy remodeling process. Stop by and let us help you take the first step towards that dream kitchen, master suite, and more.

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Older homes we see are often tight on space. But this’70s built home had large rooms. So, what was the problem? The rooms were separated and isolated as is typical of homes built during that time. The new owners with young children desired an open floorplan that is more family-friendly. Wood Wise designer Kathy Walker developed three design options for the homeowners to consider. The winning design moved the laundry room and powder to allow for a better flow from kitchen to family room. The large island has seating for the whole family as well as lots of food prep space. A new walk-in pantry provides easy access storage. This family now enjoys the convenience, beauty, and efficiency of a Wood Wise renovated home.

Holiday entertaining can often reveal the need for a home renovation. When guests and family come over, the poor kitchen layout is obvious, narrow doorways become traffic bottlenecks, and those small divided rooms can’t accommodate the group. Combine these with poor lighting or embarrassing outdated bathrooms and the need for some good design and remodeling becomes clear.

Wood Wise is experienced in helping dated homes look better and function more efficiently. Homeowners who choose to partner with Wood Wise to make their homes better will often say after the work is done that they wished they had done it sooner.

So let 2020 be the year you make the home improvements you’ve been wanting and thinking about. Wood Wise is here to help make it happen. Give us a call at 919 783 9330.

A good design or layout for a room is essential even if you have plenty of space. This master bathroom was large enough but felt tight and lacked order and convenience. Wood Wise was called in to provide several design options on how the bathroom could look and work best for the owners. The winning design involved removing the hot tub, enlarging the shower, and dividing the vanities for more storage. The result is a much improved and good-looking bathroom that gets these homeowners off to a good start each day.

When a Wood Wise project is completed, we often hear glowing remarks from our homeowners about how much the improvements have changed their lives. It means a lot to know our work helps families live life better.

Here is an email from one of our homeowners upon completion of their recent kitchen and laundry renovation:

“We are REALLY enjoying our new living spaces — the whole setup is a game-changer for us in so many ways, from getting out the door easier in the mornings to cooking and baking together in our new kitchen.

We can’t thank you guys enough for everything — your attention to detail, craftsmanship, efficiency, communication, and general kindness. We always felt taken care of, and Ben became like part of our family this summer. 🙂 

Please let everyone at Wood Wise know how appreciative we are!”

Outdoor living spaces are a favorite for homeowners in our area. Porches, open or screened, draw family and friends to gather and linger. A Wood Wise thoughtfully designed and built porch enhances the appearance and usability of the home. Homeowners who choose Wood Wise to create their outdoor living area enjoy the experience and professionalism of a staff that works to make all aspects of the process and results enjoyable.

Here’s what the owners of this fabulous porch told us:

“The entire experience was wonderful from start to finish. We just love our new covered back porch and this is where we live now!”

As the first cool days of fall arrive, our thoughts often go to enjoying the outdoors. A thoughtfully designed outdoor living space is the perfect place to appreciate the autumn colors and crisp air of the season. Here is an example of a beautiful Wood Wise designed and built porch. The wood ceiling and stone fireplace evoke the feel of a cozy mountain lodge. The Bahama shutters allow the breezes to flow while providing privacy. Horizontal metal railings keep the views unobstructed.

Are you falling in love with the idea of the perfect porch? Call us to get started on your ideal outdoor living space.

Make your plans now! The Downtown Raleigh Home Show will be held this weekend, October 4 – 6, at the Raleigh Convention Center. This is a great time to see many of the area’s best home improvement professionals all in one place. Great ideas abound for home décor, bathroom and kitchen remodels, and outdoor living. From interior to exterior, the latest in building and replacement materials are displayed for you to touch and inspect. Bring your home improvement questions and talk to the experts.