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This brick ranch received a full Wood Wise renovation for the kitchen and laundry rooms along with replacing the old deck with a sunroom. This large remodel called for a new layout and plenty of clever design. One part of the project involved removing the existing breakfast room bay window. New glass doors now open to a light-filled room with large windows and skylights. The ceiling is stained beadboard with porcelain tile on the floor. The new room makes the most of the beautiful wooded views behind the home.  

Adding a fully vented hood over a cooktop transforms the kitchen in both form and function. Prior to this full renovation, this kitchen had the standard microwave with ductless venting over the cooktop. Wood Wise designer Kathy Walker worked with the homeowners to design the new layout which includes KraftMaid cabinets with a KraftMaid rustic alder hood, to match the new island. The contrast of the wood against the warm white perimeter cabinets creates a beautiful focal point for the kitchen. Full ventilation of the hood to the outside makes cooking cleaner and leaves fewer lingering odors. The LED hood…

The desire to exercise conveniently at home was the driving force behind this new home gym. A windowless portion of the basement was changed into a bright space with plenty of recessed lighting and floor-to-ceiling mirrors. LVT sturdy flooring and the latest exercise equipment make it the perfect place to work out. Clever storage choices keep necessary items tidy between sessions.  

A first floor Wood Wise renovation of this 1970’s home included a full master bathroom makeover. The original bathroom was typical of the era: so small it could barely fit one person. Wood Wise designer Kathy Walker expanded it by taking over the adjoining closet. A new larger closet was carved out of space from the garage. The new bathroom is now spacious and roomy enough for both homeowners to use at the same time. The curbless shower, with both directional and rain showerheads, is part of the “wet room” that also sports a soaking tub. The extra-long double-vanity features…

We continue to be amazed at the radical transformations as the result of removing walls. Separated small spaces worked for yesterday’s style of living but not for today’s families. By removing the wall and opening up this kitchen to the adjoining dining room, enough room was gained to extend the kitchen and have a large island with seating for four. KraftMaid “Lyndale” cabinets, in a custom paint match to Benjamin Moore’s “York Gray,” double the amount of previous storage. The floor-to-ceiling pantry features adjustable roll-out shelving for easy access. The 3 x 12 wavy tile backsplash runs from the quartz…

The unfinished space over the garage is now this family’s new homeschool room. Choosing to teach their three children at home, these homeowners wanted a space that would encourage learning, organization, and creativity. Wood Wise designer Kathy Walker worked closely with the homeowner for every detail. As the Wood Wise cabinet specialist, she designed built-in desks with recessed task lighting for each student (and the teacher!). A community activity table was included along with a comfortable reading area. The walls are covered with shiplap, embracing and accentuating the angles of the ceiling. Learning is made easy in this practical and…

This fireplace wall update is a game changer. The original ‘70s era traditional styling seemed out of place for the new look the homeowners were planning as part of a whole house renovation. The first step was to create one large room by removing the dividing wall between the family and living rooms. Now the fireplace wall (painted Glidden “Puddle Jumper”) has become a hip part of this stylish new room with shiplap and a custom wood mantel. The existing tiny closet was removed to make way for the floating shelves. New hardwoods replace the old shag carpet. What an…

Homeowners come to us with an idea, a dream, or just the simple desire to improve an area of their home. In the design phase, we take those thoughts and goals to create design options and refine them to best fit their style of living.  In the construction stage, we build to the final plan specifications. From concept to reality, Wood Wise brings the best designs to life.  

The 2021 Remodelers Awards night was a great evening for Wood Wise. The gala was exciting and suspenseful as we gathered at the North Hills Renaissance, awaiting the  judges’ decisions in the different categories. We are delighted and honored to announce that we walked away with first place for our screened porch entry which earned a perfect score in every category. A big thanks to our amazing homeowners who chose Wood Wise to do this beautiful project.

A new year comes with options for your life: stay the course and remain the same OR make positive changes and improve your life. Wood Wise would like to help you take the second option by partnering to improve your home which will result in improving your life. Will an open family room and kitchen better suit your lifestyle? Or an outdoor living space help to enjoy your backyard more? Perhaps a new master suite with a large shower and even larger closet will make the start of each day better? There are many ways to update, refresh, and improve…