One of the most important considerations in designing a new or renovated kitchen is what lies beneath everything else. That’s the flooring – and there are many choices and considerations in choosing what’s right for you. Houzz.com takes a look at the pros and cons of five popular kitchen flooring materials, including hardwood, tile, travertine, laminate and vinyl Read More...
Winter Comfort Foods
When there’s a chill in the air, nothing warms the appetite and the heart like comfort foods. We’re talking hearty stews and chilies, gooey, cheesy pastas, pot roasts, and more. To make life easy, we found 50 favorite recipes that will fill your home with delicious aromas and tantalizing tastes Read More...
Countertop Color: What’s Right for You?
Photo by Greater Dayton Building & Remodeling - More kitchen ideas Designing your kitchen is something you just need to get right. After all, cabinets and countertops are not something you can change easily once installed. Material is important, but what’s even more critical to your design aesthetic is the color Read More...
Smart Homes = Smart Savings
Smart homes are a growing trend – and that’s good news for people who also like to be smart about their money. That’s because many smart home technologies can also help reduce home costs related to energy and water. Smart thermostats are programmable, so they can be set to adjust the temperature when they sense your presence Read More...
Designer Tips: Picking Your Home’s Perfect Palette
So, you’ve purchased a new home – and now you need to pick your color palette. That means wall colors, furniture, window treatments, accessories and more for each room. Don’t panic! HGTV.com writers H. Camille Smith and Kathy McCleary have pulled together 15 great designer tips to get you started Read More...
Best Burbs for Millennials
Millennials are on the move – and they’re looking for the best places to buy their first homes. Many will not be putting down roots in the big city Instead they’re heading for the suburbs where homes are more affordable. But, while moving outside the city lines, this generation still looks for urban amenities that make life vibrant and convenient Read More...
Crazy Cool Design Trends
Photo by Monika Hibbs - More transitional bedroom ideas It’s looking like 2017 will be the year of design and technology trends that make you go “Whaaaaaat?” We’re talking intelligent toilets that do everything but that, voice-activated home assistants that can find a recipe, turn on the lights, play your favorite music, warm up the hot tub or perform a variety of tasks at your command Read More...
Calling All Dreamers and Designers!
Do you love browsing through design magazines and websites looking for the next big thing in home design? Obsessed with clipping photos and saving ideas to include in your future dream home? Sal Paone Builders wants to hear from you! Tell us what you’d like to see in a future Sal Paone Builder model or Express Delivery home Read More...