We absolutely LOVE experiencing fall in Colorado. And, we aren’t alone - folks from all over the world flock to Colorado during the fall to experience all our beautiful state has to offer. From the autumn colors that blanket the majestic rocky mountains to the crisp air and fall smells, you can pack the next few months with fantastic road trips, scenic hikes, exceptional camping, and mountain town adventures.
COLORado - you see what we did there? While there are several other states in the union that boast their very own gorgeous fall spectacular, to us, there is nothing like Colorado. Perhaps it’s our altitude, or maybe it’s the simple fact that in the US there is nothing like the Rocky Mountains. Whatever you think, the Aspen’s that blanket our mountains and display the most beautiful shades of gold cannot be beat.
A few years back we shared a few of our favorite road trips around Colorado. And while these can be done at any time, we like them best during our autumn months. We’re sharing them again!
2024 Best Maverick Kitchens
WE. LOVE. KITCHENS!!!! **said in our best Oprah voice**
Okay, let’s be honest, we love bread, too! And, truth be told, we love every room in a home. But, there is just something about a kitchen, the heart of the house, that excites us! If you scroll our blog you’ll see several pieces that speak to kitchens. You want to learn about the perfect entertainer’s kitchen? You got it. Kitchen design trends? Yes. Suffice to say, we love a kitchen - and there is a reason why. As a home remodeling company located in Ken Caryl, Colorado with over 20 years in business, we know a thing or two about kitchen renovations.
Featured Remodel #2229 by Project Manager, Paul Moore
Are you someone who likes to sit in the gorgeous Colorado summer sun reading all about home remodeling projects and diving into before and after pictures? Well, do we have something for you! But before you dive in, be sure to grab your outdoor blanket, pack a picnic basket complete with mimosa’s, and head on over to your local park. Ready? Let’s dive in!
Featured Remodel #2310 by Project Manager, Chase Babcock
Featured Remodel #2210 by Project Manager, Paul Moore
If you follow Maverick, you know we love to share our amazing home remodeling projects to help you feel inspired for your very own home renovations. That, and we love to celebrate the homes we renew - especially after 20 years in business! As we move into May, which just happens to be National Home Improvement Month, we have a treat to share with you - a completed home remodeling project!
Invest in the Home You Have
“Should I Stay or Should I Go?” **enter song by English punk rock band, The Clash**
Apologies for the earworm to those who know that song!
When the idea of purchasing a new home comes to mind, investing in your current home is not always the first thought. People typically start thinking about what it would be like living in a new home, what a new neighborhood could feel like, and what features the new home may have that they’ve spent years hoping to have in their current home.
So, what’s best? Do you buy or renovate? We say, renovate!
Investing in your current home, rather than buying a new home, has incredible benefits. First and foremost, research has shown that the act of moving is more stressful than a breakup or divorce. And moving is quite likely the most stressful of all life events. For anyone who has moved, they can attest to this. So, moving to a new home is not for the faint of heart.
20 Years of Love
New Year, New Home, New You!
For most, the new year is a time to change life for the better. To focus on things like a new diet to lose weight or purchase a gym membership that never actually gets used and eventually becomes a pain to get rid of. Make plans to travel to exotic destinations or focus on major upcoming life events like a wedding or graduation. But oftentimes, many skip what is most obvious for a change… one’s own home.
Talk Tile To Me!
Earlier this year we crafted the ultimate Beginners Guide To Flooring, which included material choices like ceramic tile, among others. But ceramic tile, as you likely know, is not only for your floors. In fact, you can get super funky, fresh, and stylish with both ceramic and porcelain tile throughout your home. And, your opportunities are endless. Tile is often seen in kitchens, bathrooms - really, any room with running water. This is due to their water resistance and incredible versatility. Most folks remain fairly traditional in their ceramic tile flooring styles, some extravagant, we like a happy medium - but we also love how creative tile has become - particularly in color, pattern, and design!
Popular Kitchen Trends of 2023 (So Far)
This past May we gave you our Popular Bathroom Trends of 2023 (So Far), so we must follow it up with the hottest kitchen remodeling trends we’ve seen thus far in 2023! Now, sit back, relax, and read on!
Earlier this year we compiled a list of 7 Kitchen Design Trends for 2023 that we expected we’d see within the several remodeling projects we had lined up. We’re happy to say, we are right on track. Now, let’s revisit, shall we?
8 Summer Home Projects That Will Make Your House Shine
Are we excited for summer in Colorado? You bet! Get ready to explore the incredible outdoors, catch up with friends, and savor the breathtaking sights of our mountains. Let's make this season one to remember! If you are looking for some inspiration, take a look at these 8 home improvement ideas, guaranteed to make your house shine:
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!
If you're not going to do it now, you're not going to do it later.
We live in an economic environment where we don't know what the next day will bring... high energy cost and crazy inflation. As we are all aware, this started partly due to the 2020 pandemic. Everyone started working from home and realized that they needed a basement finished or an office built out. Or even just wanted to get their whole house remodel knowing they would be in the house for the long term.
Know Your Limits: DIY vs Contractor
Hey, DIYers! We know you're excited to take on that home remodel project yourself. But before you grab your toolbelt, it's important to understand when it's safe to DIY (do it yourself) and when it pays off to work with an experienced contractor. Let us walk you through some popular remodels and explain when - and why - choosing a professional contractor is the way to go!
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
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.
How To Prepare Your Home For Your Vacation
With spring break and summer vacations approaching, there’s no time like the present to start planning your family getaway! If you’re fortunate enough to be able to travel, planning ahead has tremendous benefits, from saving you money to giving you more options to limiting the stress of the last-minute scramble. We’re here to remind you that no matter the length of your travels, it’s vital to always prepare your home for an extended leave.
In the midst of frantically packing, it's easy to forget obvious things. Take time now to safeguard your house, your pets, plants, and your belongings while you’re off jet-setting.
Spring Into Action: Your Seasonal Home Maintenance Checklist
Spring is around the corner. Nature’s reminder to renew and rejuvenate after winter. Around this time, we like to check in with ourselves since the new year. How are those resolutions… er, commitments coming along? Are we happy with the year’s progress so far?
By February/March, many people are still committing to their gym membership or new diet plans – but what about our home maintenance goals?
This is your reminder to give your home some TLC as spring unfolds. Not only will your house look better with a big spring clean, but it will boost creativity and motivation.
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:
