Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes

Designing Your Updated Kitchen to Boost Your Home's Value

A kitchen remodel is one is one of the most valuable projects you can choose to improve your home’s resale value, but there are certain features and designs that are more universally appealing to buyers than others. If you want to maximize your home’s value with a kitchen remodel, then consider these tips below:

Focus on Functionality
The kitchen is one of the most high-traffic areas in your home, so it will pay dividends to make it as streamlined and functional as possible. You don’t have to strip everything down for a strictly utilitarian look, but most realtors and homeowners will immediately notice the quality of the sink and the layout of the counter space.

Avoid Clutter
Items like pull-out racks, hanging pot racks, and vessel sinks may look interesting, but they take up valuable space and can make the kitchen look smaller than it really is. Stainless steel is still a popular option for kitchen appliances and fixtures, but beware that it will attract fingerprints. Consider altering the color palette and upgrading your appliances if they’re particularly old. You’ll get to enjoy brand-new, energy-efficient appliances and perhaps find some models with unique functions.

Choose Custom Projects
A skillful touch of custom design can work wonders for your kitchen. Using special stone or glass tiles, or even designing a custom mosaic, can easily turn a bland backsplash into an understated accent piece. If you have the finances and the inclination, wood flooring and stone countertops tend to be exceptionally popular items in kitchen remodels.

Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes can help you provide your kitchen with a custom designer look. We’ve built our reputation as an award-winning contractor in northern Virginia over the past 25 years by providing outstanding interior design services. Just view our online portfolio for some kitchen remodel ideas and call (571) 297-6736 today to request a quote.

What Are Chrysalis Awards?

For over 20 years, the Chrysalis Awards have been awarded to the finest home remodel projects and contractors throughout all 50 states. The Chrysalis Awards not only recognize outstanding home remodel projects with unique aesthetic appeal and functionality, but they also recognize professional contractors that have demonstrated exceptional levels of professionalism and creativity in their respective fields. Both homeowners and contracting professionals are encouraged to use the Chrysalis Awards as a networking resource to find home remodel ideas and award-winning contractors nationwide.

Michael Nash Design, Build & Home is a trusted and certified home designer in northern Virginia, as well as a recipient of the Chrysalis Award for four consecutive years. We’ve also received recognition from several other national authorities, including Remodeling magazine, the National Kitchen & Bath Association, and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. Visit us online to read some more of our past customer reviews and call (571) 297-6736 to learn more about our home remodeling and major renovation services. 

Bringing the Spa Home to Your Bathroom

Have you ever wanted to bring a custom, spa-like atmosphere into your bathroom? You don’t necessarily need major renovations to change the look of your bathroom; just take a look at this brief video clip for a few bathroom design tips. 

Small details such as rolled towels, candles, or even fresh flowers can brighten up the room and provide a warm and inviting atmosphere. You may want to consider installing a new showerhead or even granite countertops to complete the facade.

Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes has over 25 years of experience in professional home design throughout northern Virginia. Visit us online to see our awards and customer reviews, or call (571) 297-6936 today to schedule a quote for your very own home renovation project. 

What Window Treatments Can Add to Any Room

Windows serve a variety of functions—they provide natural light indoors, they make rooms look bigger, they allow fresh air inside, and of course, they allow you to enjoy the view outdoors. Because they take up a significant portion of wall space, window treatments can add a lot to the look and feel of your living space.

Windows are the only parts of your home that connect the indoors to the outdoors, so it’s important to work with a certified contractor to ensure that they fulfill all of your wants and needs without significantly affecting your energy bills or comfort. Between the materials and designs for curtains, curtain rods, blinds, shutters, and even glass, you have a variety of options for changing the appearances of your windows without compromising their functionality.

Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes specializes in custom interior decorating and home remodels throughout northern Virginia. We’ve been successfully helping homeowners make their dreams come true for over 25 years, and we have the awards and customer reviews to prove it. See our past projects online and call (571) 297-6736 to receive a quote.

Start Planning Your Home Remodel with This Measuring Tool for Your Android Device

An old adage among craftsmen is “Measure twice, cut once.” When you’re preparing for a major home remodel, it’s important to be able to make exact measurements quickly whether you’re calculating square footage or estimating the size of new furniture.

The Partometer app for Android devices uses common everyday items such as a sheet of paper, a credit card, or a DVD/CD as a reference to accurately measure the dimensions of much larger or smaller objects.

We here at Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes know that your home is your most valuable investment, which is why we’re committed to providing residents of northern Virginia with reliable home design resources and award-winning services. Call (571) 297-6736 today to request a quote for your home renovation or addition project.