Find out when you should keep your appliances, fixtures, tile and countertops — and when you should replace them. So you’re trying to save money on your remodel. Welcome to the (highly populous) club! Of all the questions I’m asked when I first talk to prospective clients, the two most popular are “How much do you think this will cost?” and “How long do you think it’ll take?” No surprise there — time and money are valuable. And while choosing to remodel your home shows that y

Home assistants and tablets are on the rise in kitchen remodels, according to the 2019 U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends Study. Many of us spend all day with our computers and cellphones constantly within arm’s reach, so it may not be surprising that these items are now working their way into our kitchens. Some homeowners renovating their kitchens are choosing to upgrade electronics in these spaces, and among this group, home assistants and dedicated kitchen tablets are on the rise.

New home design trends emerge every year and it is important for remodelers to stay on top of these trends, but most trends don't typically last forever. Many design elements are not timeless and several home decorating trends that are popular now may be on the way out in the near future. The Cheat Sheet identified several home design trends that it believes are best to avoid. Here are some trends The Cheat Sheet don't believe have staying power: White on white Those aggress

Designers are replacing this kitchen staple with steam and speed ovens, or hiding microwaves behind doors or in drawers. For some high-income homeowners, microwaves are one of the first things they look to replace in their kitchens. Steam and speed ovens are two alternatives that provide many of the same functions as microwaves at a higher quality. There also is a growing preference for the appliance to be hidden. For most other homeowners, microwaves remain an essential elem

Designers are replacing this kitchen staple with steam and speed ovens, or hiding microwaves behind doors or in drawers. For some high-income homeowners, microwaves are one of the first things they look to replace in their kitchens. Steam and speed ovens are two alternatives that provide many of the same functions as microwaves at a higher quality. There also is a growing preference for the appliance to be hidden. For most other homeowners, microwaves remain an essential elem

Turn on the lights and take a peek inside the brand's latest dishwasher—with a window KitchenAid has introduced a new dishwasher model with a feature homeowners will want to see to believe: a tinted exterior window and lighted interior. The Energy-Star qualified model operates at a low 44 dBa, thanks to its built-in sound insulation system ideal for homes with open floor plans. Precision Touch Controls provide a seamless, easy-to-use interface, and the unit's stainless steel