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A room addition is the most profitable investment you can make on New Year, whether you have a large home or a smaller one! Expanding the available space can bring the features in the room that you may have been longing for so far! It increases not only the value of your home but affects the square footage too. And if you are financially ready for the project, it’s time to look over the trendiest ideas for a room addition in LA for this New Year! Here, we have discussed some most-embraced home improvement inspirations that may help you to ideate a little for your next project.

Room addition inspirations you can try

Of course, you need to consider several facts before the project kicks off! For example, you need to consult with our builders, know about the building codes and zoning, and choose the designs. 

For the last one, you should have some inspirations first so that you can have an idea of how you should design room additions for this New Year. Such as:

Add a dining space to the kitchen!

With a close kitchen concept, it’s a challenge to prepare the meal and accompany your guests who drop in without warning! And when you don’t have the budget to transform it into an open cooking space, we, MDM Custom Remodeling Inc, add a small dining space to your kitchen, like a breakfast nook. Here, you can give your friends time and keep cooking!

Bathroom expansion 

Having a small bathroom is a concern for many homeowners in LA. In fact, a few of our clients share this problem with us and ask for a suggestion! We recommend extending the bathroom and showing some of the previous projects from our room addition photo gallery. Here, you can try a new small master bathroom with a floating vanity and utilize the space under the staircase!

Make the porch into a room!

Do you love spending time with your children or partner on the front porch? But is privacy a concern? Then, enclose it with walls and glasses and transform it into a sunroom (see the images on Yelp)! In fact, you can make it a second living room by adding a couch and small furniture to spend the daytime in the winter days. 

In fact, if you need more ideas, you can look over our room addition projects on YouTube! Stay in touch!

It’s no doubt that a kitchen chimney can prevent the walls of your cooking space from getting dull with your daily food preparation experiments! That’s why many homeowners have started looking for kitchen chimney ideas in Los Angeles for this New Year. And if you are reading this blog, you may be on the same search! From the design to style- our today’s guide may help you choose the right one for your kitchen.

Kitchen Chimney Ideas to try out

The perfect kitchen chimney design can add fineness and style to your cooking space. But while choosing one, consider chimney size, suction power, and your budget for kitchen chimney installation

Now, take a glance at the latest chimney designs that can bring a perfect gig to your kitchen. Such as:

Wall-mounted chimney!

This one is one of the most picked-up kitchen chimney designs in Los Angeles for small cooking spaces. The wall-mounted chimney can be a perfect fit for any wall. Also, using fewer or no pipes can eliminate polluted air outside. It can go well with light-colored wall cabinets and create a compact look in your kitchen. In fact, you can go for wooden flooring to elevate the overall appearance of your cooking space!

Corner chimney!

Let’s your kitchen has left with the minimal space after installing ceiling-to-floor cabinets. In that case, you can look for the corner chimney designs to give a stunning look to that little space and avoid more space from using and making the room cramped! If you are unsure about it, read our customers’ reviews on Yelp and check some pictures!

Ductless chimney

Do you have an open kitchen design? Then, this ductless chimney is ideal for this flooring plan! In fact, this kitchen chimney style can be a perfect match with wooden floor and backsplash tiles. Contrarily, it’s a great solution for those who look for energy-saving chimney options.

Chimney with LEDs

Maybe you have never tried or expected such a design before as a chimney solution! But it has crawled at the top of demand among homeowners in LA. Here, you can get a ceiling-mounted chimney with LED lights that creates a statement in your cooking space if paired with recessed lighting fixtures!

We hope this guide may help you ideate the trendy kitchen chimney ideas in Los Angeles for this New Year. With us, MDM Custom Remodeling Inc, you can explore more ideas with a free consultation! Stay connected!

Are you on a plan to construct a granny flat this New Year to have some extra storage? Then, before you sit with our experts to finalize the ADU designs, have a clear idea of the hidden costs you may overlook once the project kicks off! And our today’s blog may be helpful here!

What are the ADU design hidden costs to plan for?

Before you build ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit), consider these hidden costs. Or else it may sneak up on you! Such as:

Site works

Maybe you haven’t anticipated this one as another cost in your project. Let’s say you have a plan for a 2 car garage conversion into 1 bedroom ADU. Then, you need to prepare your property for that, like removing the tree or leveling the slop in the back yard. And how much you need to spend for the site work depends on the overall layout of your premise. 

Upgrade the utility:

Suppose you built this home two decades ago. Hence, from the electric panel to the interior decor- all get outdated to support the current lifestyle and living space! So, include a few thousand dollars for the additional utility bills required now for upgraded electricity panels.

Interior decor and finishes!

Yes, you can look over our more ADU projects on Yelp to ideate the interior designs and finishes for your ADU unit! Before you choose, be sure to consider the purposes, like how you want to use the space. For instance, you can splurge on unique interior finishes or go for a durable one on a budget! For the former line, you have to double your expenses!

We, MDM Custom Remodeling Inc, hope that our tips help you choose ADU designs from our gallery! Also, for more home renovation-related ideas, keep on reading our blogs!

Admit it or not, but there’s something about the festive seasons at the year-end that brings a positive vibe everywhere! And if you have caught the motivation to a new look in your home, why don’t you start with a bathroom addition this Christmas or New Year? It’s not just about utilizing the additional space, but style and comfort! And not understanding where to start, our today’s blog may be helpful.

What to do for bathroom addition

Well, you can’t compromise with even an ounce of style, especially when it’s the festive season (Christmas and New Year)! And our following tips will help you ideate where to start and how to meet all your requirements:

Set your budget

It’s the foremost thing that you should do while planning a new bathroom. Without having a clear budget, our designers may not recommend you a perfect layout for your space. That’s why we, MDM Custom Remodeling Inc, suggest making two lists of the items you need and desire!

Ideate your needs

Well, before you sit with our designers, consider your exact requirements. For instance, while deciding on the flooring, vanity, faucets, or shower room, ask yourself how long you want to be in this home! If you want to sell it in a few years, don’t go for many expensive items for additions, but trendy ones, of course. Or else you may not get enough ROI during the home sale!

Consider the theme

Well, it’s up to you! The look you desire to have in your bathroom can help you decide on the theme and layout. In fact, you can check our bathroom renovation photos to ideate the variations in style and guess which one you find great for your space- spa-like, chic and sophisticated, or cozy! Once you decide the theme, selecting the wall colors, flooring, and texture becomes easy.

Lighting, flooring, vanity, and walls!

While spending dollars on bathroom additions, you may prefer to be everything perfect-looking- Isn’t it? Then, focus on every corner and start with flooring:

  • Look for a non-slip surface for a flooring option like textured tiles with matte finishes!
  • Give a fresh coat of paint on the walls! Go for light shades for a small space while darker tones for a bigger bathroom. 
  • With light color walls, choose dark-colored cabinets and floating vanity to save space in a tiny room. 

Also, to ensure our service, you can read our clients’ reviews on Yelp! Stay connected!

Christmas is just around the door, and even not a month left now! You may have already prepared the guest list, selected the cake to be cut, and checked on Google for the interior decor ideas for your living room on Christmas eve! But what’s about the rest of the home? Well, most focus on the living space, whether it’s lighting or X-mas tree! But this year, turn your head to the Christmas kitchen remodeling trends and decor your cooking space as well.

Do you need some help? We are here to guide you from start to finish!

Christmas Kitchen Remodeling Trends to follow

While planning a Christmas party at home, you may prepare the inner for the eve in your cooking space that is the heart of the house! So, how can you just leave it behind while decorating the living space, hallways, and entrance? 

Well, with us, you can save bucks while remodeling your home during the Christmas holidays, just following a few trends this year. Have a look:

Winter wreaths

This one is the easiest way to design your premises for Christmas eve that you may have used so far for the front door! But this year, we, MDM Custom Remodeling Inc, suggest hanging the plain winter wreaths by adding berries and red ribbons on your kitchen cabinets to add a festive burst of colors even in a tiny space.

However, make sure not to turn the place cramped! Try to keep it simple and sophisticated!

Add a fresh coat of paint!

You can apply fresh paint to give your kitchen a vibrant and colorful look for the festive season! But it\’s not only for the walls, the cabinets too! Be sure to choose contrast tones, like royal blue cabinet doors against white walls. And when you are not sure about it, sit with our kitchen remodeling contractors for a free consultation!

Decorate your chairs!

Do you have an open kitchen? Then, the dining space may be attached to the kitchen island, Right? In that case, can decor the stools and chairs with some simple makeover ideas like miniature wreaths with foliage and ribbons. It can add a festive decor and stylish look to the seats!

Do you want to look more for Christmas kitchen remodeling trends? Check our profile on Yelp for that! Also, you can get some ideas from our previous customers’ comments there. Stay connected!

You might be prepping for your New Year home remodeling plan so you can make a grand celebration for 2020 with your family and friends? This post is all about the New Year\’s home remodeling ideas. Of course, if you want your investment to pay you off, you will need to consult the professional home remodeling contractors. The experts always trust in your design intuition and your style preferences are their priority.

Apart from that, they have in-depth knowledge about the timeless home remodeling trends. They know how to implement creative and productive ideas wisely. They aim at assuring an added value to your home and they strive to create a unique and synchronized space that you’ll enjoy for years to come. The rest of this post is all about some of the best new year special home remodeling resolutions.

Minimalist Yet With More Visual Details

The minimalist vibe is still going trendy but if you want to do experiments with this on-going trend, the remodeling experts will guide you. To speak the truth, the minimalist ideas are not that applicable for huge rooms rather these are preferable for small ones only. You will hardly see any such rooms with minimalist vibes any longer. If you don’t want fully minimalist looks in your rooms you had better go for adding visual details to it.

The remodeling experts prefer adding more colors, patterns, abstract art, and other visually complex aspects. That is why although there will be everything minimal, the room won’t make you feel empty. The printed wallpapers are making a comeback and these are great for the bathroom remodeling. This option can help you incorporate everything with added sophistication.

Although once in trend, the all-white kitchens are a cliche and not so trendy and therefore, for making a difference, you had better go for breaking the monotone. The home remodeling contractors are breaking up the monochromatic ideas for the kitchens. Won’t you love to pop up the cookery space with shiny, metallic accessories? Although, people are developing an interest in the movement towards more interesting colors and visual details, kitchens featuring black is still trendy especially when come with matte black accessories.

Back To Traditional Vibes

2020 is all about bringing back the traditional vibes. Many homeowners prefer the traditional styles, and they are asking for elements from the 1920s and even from the Victorian era. If you also have a fondness for these aspects, you can ask your home remodeling contractors for this. For example, – kitchen featuring dark colors especially dark woods. That is a clear contrast with the white decency.

Also, the home remodeling contractors focus on classic, functional designs. These designs feature more ornate woodwork and metallic details, but what these lack, is experimental floor plans.

Have You Tried Terrazzo Yet?

This composite material is dated but it is fun and colorful and this was a huge hit in the 1920s. Terrazzo comprises marble, quartz, granite chips or other elements mixed together in a binding element such as concrete. Terrazzo is a highly durable material that brings color and interest to any space – small or spacious. The only drawback is that it is slippery and that is why it will be a safe choice for countertops and shower tiles, but not for floors.

Not Featuring Upper Cabinetry Any More

This might sound a bit awkward to imagine having no storage above the counters but many homeowners are avoiding the upper cabinets to get a more open look. Instead, you can incorporate other features and more dynamic storage options such as the metal shelving, magnetic knife strip, a bar or a rack to hang pans, pots, cutting boards, etc. The other options you can go for are mug holders, wall clock, pendant lighting, wall art and more. However, make sure space doesn’t look cluttered.

For Sinks Go For Something Unique

In 2020, say goodbye to boring sinks! Instead of tile-based sinks go for metallic options such as copper. Also, you can incorporate other functional options such as removable ice buckets, cutting boards, pot holders, integrated coasters, etc.

Just make sure you are dealing with a trusted home remodeling company as only they can get you great customised solutions for New Year special home remodeling.