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By Hank Wall Every house has some version of a master bathroom although some are dinky and some are grand. According to a recent homeowner study by Houzz, less than 50% of master bathroom renovations include a bathtub. Choosing to omit the tub sounds like a wild and crazy idea but it is neither – […]

Opening up is one of the most dramatic remodeling changes that can be made to a home. This Raleigh home suffered from small closed spaces that kept the cook isolated and discouraged entertaining. During the kitchen renovation, Wood Wise took out the wall between the kitchen and dining room along with opening a partial wall […]

Most Wood Wise homeowners want some seating at their new kitchen islands. We have designed islands to seat as many as eight people. This recently remodeled Raleigh kitchen features a large island with seating for one. It provides a convenient place to work on an iPad, enjoy a cup of coffee, or do homework. It’s […]

“The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten.”   This familiar quote sums up what we try to convey to every homeowner we interact with. It’s tempting to go with the lowest price. But there are more important things to consider in hiring a contractor than just price. […]

Outdoor living areas are very popular with homeowners who come to Wood Wise for remodeling. Often they have an existing deck or old patio that is underused and isn’t inviting. A beautiful porch can add enjoyment daily and make entertaining easy. Here is an outdoor living space that offers three options for enjoying the outdoors: […]

The 2016 Remodelers Home Tour was a huge success! Our tour home this year featured a gorgeous Wood Wise remodeled kitchen designed by Kathy Walker that elicited lots of “oohs” and “ahhs.” Over 250 tour attendees also saw other projects Wood Wise has completed for these great homeowners such as the covered porch with stone […]

Banquettes are a popular option with Wood Wise homeowners for providing comfortable seating in a smaller space. Special detailing, windows with a great view, and removable cushions make this banquette both kid-friendly and guest-worthy. The newly remodeled kitchen features white KraftMaid cabinets and granite countertops that are elegant against the soft gray walls. It’s the […]

Mark your calendar now: April 23-24th is the date of the 2016 Remodelers Home Tour! Make plans to see Wood Wise’s entry, located in North Ridge, which shows the Cinderella difference of a kitchen going from dark to light. Better lighting, incorporating space from the utility area, and lighter cabinets make the space feel open and […]

Clutter can cancel out the appeal of a space, even a newly remodeled room. So we invest time in our design process at Wood Wise to make sure there is, as the saying goes, “a place for everything and everything in its place.” The options for attractive storage that keep “stuff” out of sight are […]

These Five Points homeowners appreciate that sitting outside is a wonderful way to spend a springtime evening. However their 1940’s era home’s porch was in a state of disrepair. As part of a larger remodeling project involving a new master bath, they asked Wood Wise to update their porch by duplicating the original cottage design […]