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Remodel #2130 Part II: The Progress Report by Project Manager, Paul Moore

You know we love sharing projects that INSPIRE! So we’re back with an update and completion of last month's blog, Featured In-Progress Remodel #2130.

The scope for this Littleton, Colorado project consists of a complete kitchen remodel, family room upgrade, new powder room, new large pantry, and a dream mudroom with two entrances - one from the garage and the other from the front door. After completing this project, this home is not only a new wonderful living space but now the perfect home for entertaining! So let’s do a tour…

The original plan was to open up the kitchen area as much as possible by removing a wall and allowing the existing 10-foot high ceiling to create a clear view of the family room. However, once we discovered the kitchen had a scissor truss ceiling, our opportunity for this remodel really opened up!

Scissor trusses meant none of the interior kitchen walls were load-bearing and could be removed. We adapted our initial plans, removed the existing kitchen walls and ceiling, and opened up the room.

The result is a true open concept for the entire main level, complete with 24-foot vaulted ceilings - instead of the initially planned 10 ft ones. See for yourself!

Featured In-Progress Remodel #2130 by Project Manager, Paul Moore

If you follow Maverick, you know we love to share our amazing home remodels to help you feel inspired for your very own home remodeling projects. Well, we’re back with a current home remodeling project in progress that you will love!

This home remodeling project in Littleton, Colorado, consists of a full kitchen remodel, a family room remodel, a brand new powder room, a new large pantry, and a dream mudroom with two entrances, one from the garage and the other from the front door.

The original architectural design of the house is unique, to say the least. Not only are there octagon-shaped rooms in the kitchen and family room, but there are also angles in the walls that connect to the ceiling, which drastically shortened the height of the room. Our original plan was to open up the kitchen area as much as possible by removing a wall and allowing for 10-foot high ceilings creating a clear view of the family room.

With an established goal of raising the kitchen ceilings, the demo quickly began. Well, you can imagine our surprise when we discovered a scissor truss ceiling above the kitchen!

Remodeling Advice from a Project Manager

This month we asked our Project Manager, Paul Moore, what advice he has for homeowners when doing a remodeling project.  In true form, Paul's advice reflects good old fashion adage. Communication is key, mindset matters, and patience is a virtue.

The Beginners Guide to Flooring

Are your floors starting to look a little rundown after all of these years? Is it finally time to install a fresh new look? Don’t tiptoe around the issue! Floor installation is a wonderful way to renew your living space, but it’s also a big project that requires careful planning and execution. We’ve compiled the basics so you can get in on the ground floor now and make an informed decision when the time comes. 

Bring The Outdoors Inside

Ask anyone in Colorado why they love living here, and we guarantee “the great outdoors” will be one of their top replies. And we couldn’t agree more!

That’s why we don’t let our love for CO’s natural beauty stop at our front door. Spending so much time in our homes these past few years has forced us to look at our living space differently. It’s not uncommon to get tired of what you see!

We say throw those doors open, let the sunlight, scent of pine, and mountain air in, and incorporate our love for the outdoors inside.

Show off your love for the outdoors and bring Colorado’s natural beauty into every room with these 8 tips:

Prepare for Holiday House Guests with a Well-Stocked Bathroom

Whether they’re spending the night, moving in, or simply over for an evening of wine, a well-stocked, welcoming guest bath is the mark of a great host.

Giving your guest bath some extra attention could be the thing to tie your entire home together. And what better opportunity to WOW guests with your bathroom design than when they’re staying over for the holidays! 

Typically, guest bathrooms are small. Although your guests’ visit may be brief, there is no reason it should be uncomfortable. If you’re considering remodeling the space, our contractors can help. We will work with you to make the best plan, considering everything from space, storage, lighting, design, and of course, budget.

Maverick’s Movie Marathon Guide

LIGHTS! CAMERA! NETFLIX!

We LOVE a good movie marathon, especially this time of year, and especially from the comfort of home.

With winter slowly creeping in and the holiday madness approaching, a relaxing movie night at home might be exactly what you need. Not sure what to (binge) watch? We have you covered, with not one, not two, but 14 movie-marathon ideas.

So, get your Ben & Jerry’s or break out your favorite popcorn maker, and fire up your favorite streaming service. Snuggle up and enjoy!

Get Your House Ready For Winter

Don’t give your home maintenance the cold shoulder!

Between the snowfall outside and the holiday hustle and bustle inside, keeping your home looking and functioning great as you transition into winter months is key! Before you reach for your wreaths or start decorating the mantel, follow these steps to harden your home against harsh winter conditions.

Top 5 Reasons Ken-Caryl Homeowners are Remodeling (Renewing) Their Homes

The community of Ken-Caryl Colorado has a lot to offer its homeowners. Fresh air, beautiful scenery, wildlife, great schools and a killer location in the Denver foothills. It's no wonder many expanding families are putting down roots in this community.

Luckily for them, our team at Maverick Home Remodeling, Inc. is well-versed in the community’s rules and regulations regarding remodeling and has been helping Ken-Caryl homeowners renew their homes for over 18 years. If you call Ken-Caryl home and are ready to renew your life by renewing your home, Maverick has you covered!

Whether you live in Ken-Caryl or in a nearby community, take a look at the top five reasons Ken-Caryl homeowners are choosing to remodel their space.

Fall Checklist For Home Maintenance

Sweater weather is coming! And that means it’s time for your home’s seasonal maintenance. Taking steps now is key to keeping your home looking and functioning great as you transition into winter months.

We wish all we needed to do to prepare for fall was to break out the throw blankets and candles, and buy a decorative gourd or two. But unfortunately, being a homeowner comes with responsibilities. While everything may seem tip-top now, winter storms can bring cold temperatures, power failures, etc., and a little maintenance now will make your life easier later.

Creating The Ultimate Home Office

In today’s world, whether your office remains closed post-COVID, your children are in hybrid school, or you simply need a quiet area to get work done, having a workspace at home is almost a necessity. Rather than setting up a temporary spot at the dining table or attempting to work on the couch, consider breathing new life into your home with a dedicated home office.

Having a remote setup has many benefits, including increased productivity, savings on commute time and expenses, freedom to create your ideal space, and flexibility. Here are tips for designing an office at home.

Double Duty: Setting Up Multifunctional Rooms

With kiddos going back to school and parents still working remotely, there’s no better time to consider maximizing your home’s space. In the wake of COVID, a versatile interior is essential. For those not living in sprawling estates, multipurpose rooms are a great solution for homeowners looking to use their space effectively and efficiently. Think: kitchens are used for dining and homework stations; home offices double as guest bedrooms.

Of course, every room serves its own function. Your first step is determining the kind of space you need. Will you use it for dining, working, socializing, relaxing? What about working and dining? Socializing and relaxing? There are many areas with crossover uses, and that’s precisely where multifunctional rooms come in! Take a look at our list of room combination ideas to help you live large, no matter your home’s square footage.

4th of July Denver Style

Denver is the perfect place to be for the long holiday weekend, July 1-4, 2022! Fourth of July celebrations are back with a bang this year, after a relatively quiet 2021 defined by scaled-back fireworks and canceled events in 2020 at the height of the pandemic.

Read on to plan your best 4th of July ever!

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