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    Wood Wise Design & Remodeling 22 years – over 400 projects 919.783.9330 Remodeling Tips Granite usually comes from Italy, Brazil, and India. Level 1 granite is simply in good supply, not more attractive. Level 2 granite costs approximately 20% more than level 1. $55-$75 per sq. foot is typical for installed granite for […]

What a great evening we had at Urban Ministries’ Stone Soup! It was a treat to try soups made by chefs from across the Triangle and see the beautiful handmade bowls – all for a worthy cause. Wood Wise was happy to be a sponsor of this special event.  

Few things seem to contribute to a well-running household like an organized entry and laundry room. This homeowner decided to incorporate handy solutions for shoes, backpacks, coats, and more during a recent kitchen renovation. Wood Wise provided shelving and cabinets to make an attractive and easy to use area.

Having a beautiful and convenient space to entertain friends and family was a motivating factor for this recent Wood Wise client. In addition to a beautifully updated kitchen this beverage bar was added. KraftMaid cherry cabinets with a honey-spice finish topped with Delicatus gold granite provide warmth. The custom made mirror and beverage refrigerator complete […]

Wood Wise is proud to be a sponsor of Urban Ministries of Wake County’s 9th Annual Stone Soup. The proceeds of this event will provide much needed services to people in our community affected by poverty. We invite you to come and join us as we enjoy delicious homemade soup served in hand-crafted pottery bowls […]

As designer for Wood Wise, Kathy Walker helps our clients through the selection process including cabinets, countertops, tile, paint colors, etc. She says, “I like that I guide the homeowner through decisions…I don’t make decisions for them, I just help them make the right decision that will reflect their home, taste and personality.” Our homeowners […]

When it is hard to imagine your tired old kitchen looking any other way, Wood Wise is the one to turn to for fresh ideas. That’s just what these homeowners did and with the help of Kathy, our designer, the transformation is stunning.

Wood Wise is happy to announce national recognition for an outdoor project we designed and built for our clients. The Bronze award was given by Professional Remodeler magazine in the Outdoor Living category. This particular project has already received recognition by the Remodelers Council STAR awards, winning Best Outdoor Living. Congratulations to our homeowners who […]

There are many options when designing a new shower for your bathroom renovation. In our recent newsletter Kathy Walker, our designer, explained some of the latest options:  Frameless: This refers to any shower enclosure that doesn’t have metal adhered to the edge of the glass. Frameless showers are virtually metal-free except for the  handle, hinges, […]

These homeowners wanted to enjoy their beautiful shaded yard more. They turned to Wood Wise for the design and construction. A master bedroom addition included a deck and steps leading down to the patio. A grilling and dining deck was added with easy access to the kitchen. Maintaining a light, neutral color scheme was deliberate […]