--- title: Renovation Articles description: Articles from Gilday, an award winning design build firm, specializes in kitchens, baths, additions, interior remodeling in Northwest Washington DC, Bethesda MD, Chevy Chase MD, McLean VA, Arlington VA, Kensington MD, Potomac MD. --- [![Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/hubfs/theme2021/images/gilday-logo-white.png) ](https://www.gilday.com/) [ 301.565.4600 ](tel:301.565.4600) - [About Us](https://www.gilday.com/about-gilday-renovations) - [About](https://www.gilday.com/about-gilday-renovations) - [Architects & Designers](https://www.gilday.com/architects-designers) - [Administration](https://www.gilday.com/administration) - [Production & Construction](https://www.gilday.com/production-team) - [Careers](https://www.gilday.com/careers) - [Awards](https://www.gilday.com/awards) - [What Our Clients Say](https://www.gilday.com/gilday-renovation-reviews) - [Press](https://www.gilday.com/press) - Service Area - [Arlington VA](https://www.gilday.com/home-remodeling-arlington-va) - [Alexandria VA](https://www.gilday.com/home-remodeling-alexandria-va) - [Bethesda MD](https://www.gilday.com/home-remodeling-bethesda-md) - [Chevy Chase MD](https://www.gilday.com/home-remodeling-chevy-chase-md) - [Cleveland Park DC](https://www.gilday.com/home-remodeling-cleveland-park-dc) - [Kensington MD](https://www.gilday.com/home-remodeling-kensington-md) - [McLean VA](https://www.gilday.com/home-remodeling-mclean-va) - [Potomac MD](https://www.gilday.com/home-remodeling-potomac-md) - [Rockville MD](https://www.gilday.com/home-remodeling-rockville-md) - [Washington DC](https://www.gilday.com/home-remodeling-washington-dc) - [Portfolio](https://www.gilday.com/portfolio) - [Additions](https://www.gilday.com/portfolio#additions) - [Kitchens](https://www.gilday.com/portfolio#kitchens) - [Baths](https://www.gilday.com/portfolio#baths) - [Whole House Renovations](https://www.gilday.com/portfolio#wholehouse) - Services - [Home Remodeling the Design Build Way](https://www.gilday.com/home-remodeling-the-design-build-way) - [Renovation Architect Services](https://www.gilday.com/renovation-architect-services-gilday-renovations) - [Whole-Home Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/whole-home-remodeling-gilday-renovations) - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/kitchen-remodeling-gilday-renovations) - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/bathroom-remodeling-gilday-renovations) - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/home-additions-gilday-renovations) - [Pricing & Budgeting](https://www.gilday.com/how-to-budget-for-a-home-renovation-project) - [For Realtors - Pre-Purchase Evaluation](https://www.gilday.com/for-realtors-pre-purchase-evaluation) - [Resources](https://www.gilday.com/renovation-resource-center) - [Renovation Articles](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog) - [Contact Us](https://www.gilday.com/contact) x Search the site # Renovation Articles 3 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [11 Home Remodeling Design Tips to Guide Your 2026 Renovation Planning](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/11-home-remodeling-design-tips-for-2026) Major renovations involve far more than materials and floor plans—they require judgment, timing, and the right partners. As we look ahead in 2026, homeowners approaching renovation decisions face increased construction ... 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[Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/modernizing-a-classic-kitchen) 5 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Transforming Your Kitchen: Strategies for Modern Living](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-transformation-strategies) Discover how modern kitchen design can turn your outdated kitchen into a into a space where aesthetics and functionality exist in harmony. reimagining your kitchen: Maximizing ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-transformation-strategies) 2 minute read [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [A Cleveland Park Home Reimagined in Three Acts](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-cleveland-park-home-reimagined-in-three-acts) It all began when the homeowner got tired of an ancient front door that was difficult to open, close, lock or unlock reliably—and a third-floor bedroom with a crumbling plaster ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-cleveland-park-home-reimagined-in-three-acts) 4 minute read - [Whole House Renovations](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/whole-house-renovations), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [A Tranquil, Court-side Guest Cottage: ADU Remodeling in Metro DC](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/adu-remodeling) Accessory Dwelling Units—known as ADUs—are gaining attention among homeowners in the Washington DC metro area for their ability to flex with evolving family needs. Whether it’s ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/adu-remodeling) 4 minute read - [Bathroom Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [From Dated to Dazzling: Modern Design Trends for Your Primary Bath](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/primary-bath-design-trends) Has it been a long time since your primary bath was updated? There have been significant developments in recent years in bath products and materials. Your array of choices is ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/primary-bath-design-trends) 4 minute read - [Whole House Renovations](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/whole-house-renovations), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Is Basement Remodeling a Safe Investment? Yes!](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/basement-remodeling) Five reasons you might be afraid to remodel your basement Renovating a basement seems like a risk. How could this cave-like environment ever become welcoming and comfortable? But ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/basement-remodeling) 4 minute read - [Bathroom Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-design), - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [CREATING A SPACIOUS PRIMARY BATH: THREE WAYS TO OVERCOME SPACE LIMITATIONS](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/creating-a-spacious-primary-bath-three-ways-to-overcome-space-limitations) When a home is first purchased, the wish list is long. After a few years of living in the home, it is clear that the primary suite was not the highest priority. Now it is time to ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/creating-a-spacious-primary-bath-three-ways-to-overcome-space-limitations) 3 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Aging in Place](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/aging-in-place) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Is a Home Elevator a Good Solution for Aging in Place in a Two-Story Home?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/is-a-home-elevator-a-good-solution-for-aging-in-place-in-a-two-story-home) That old two-story home of yours holds a lot of great memories. But you aren’t getting any younger. Looking toward the future, a home elevator is starting to sound like an option ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/is-a-home-elevator-a-good-solution-for-aging-in-place-in-a-two-story-home) 3 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Aging in Place](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/aging-in-place) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Home Accessibility Modifications That Help You Age in Place](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-accessibility-modifications-that-help-you-age-in-place) This was to be a forever home, but now age is catching up. The things that weren’t even thought about when the home was purchased years ago – walking up and down the stairs, ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-accessibility-modifications-that-help-you-age-in-place) 4 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Interior Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/interiordesign), - [Aging in Place](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/aging-in-place) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [What is Multigenerational Home Design And Its Benefits for Families?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/what-is-multigenerational-home-design-and-its-benefits-for-families) If you are considering having your parents live with you as they age, or have adult children and their family join you in your home, you are not alone. What was the norm in ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/what-is-multigenerational-home-design-and-its-benefits-for-families) 4 minute read - [Condo Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/condo-renovation), - [Aging in Place](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/aging-in-place) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Benefits of Aging In Place - How Remodeling Makes Life Enjoyable](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-benefits-of-aging-in-place-how-remodeling-makes-life-enjoyable) In an ideal world, we all want to remain in our homes and live independently for as long as possible. This has come to be known as “aging in place.” A study from Boston Consulting ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-benefits-of-aging-in-place-how-remodeling-makes-life-enjoyable) 3 minute read - [Condo Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/condo-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Purchasing a Luxury Condo in an Older Building with Plans to Renovate](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/purchasing-a-luxury-condo-in-an-older-building-with-plans-to-renovate) You’ve had your eye on a condominium community in an iconic DC neighborhood--maybe West End, Woodley Park, or Georgetown. You’ve done some research on that perfect building. The ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/purchasing-a-luxury-condo-in-an-older-building-with-plans-to-renovate) 3 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Interior Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/interiordesign), - [Aging in Place](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/aging-in-place) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Why First Floor Space for a Bedroom Suite is a Smart Way to Age in Place](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/why-first-floor-space-for-a-bedroom-suite-is-a-smart-way-to-age-in-place) It’s morning. It's time to jump (or very slowly and gently roll) out of bed, open the bedroom door, take a few steps into the kitchen, and get that coffee going. Simple! No stairs ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/why-first-floor-space-for-a-bedroom-suite-is-a-smart-way-to-age-in-place) 4 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Condo Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/condo-renovation), - [Aging in Place](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/aging-in-place) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [5 Aging in Place Remodeling Ideas for a Comfortable and Stylish Home](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/5-aging-in-place-remodeling-ideas-for-a-comfortable-and-stylish-home) Aging in place is the ideal for most people. To do so often requires modifications to your home if not significant remodeling. But is it practical in your situation? Are you ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/5-aging-in-place-remodeling-ideas-for-a-comfortable-and-stylish-home) 3 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Unique Role of the Craftsman in Design-Build Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-unique-role-of-the-craftsman-in-design-build-renovation) You are thinking about a home renovation, maybe updating the kitchen and dramatically improving the flow and sightlines throughout your downstairs. You’ve been watching HGTV well ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-unique-role-of-the-craftsman-in-design-build-renovation) 3 minute read - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Home Additions Then and Now: How to Add New and Reconfigure Old Space](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-additions-then-and-now-how-to-add-new-and-reconfigure-old-space) A home addition, how hard can it be? Three walls and a roof and, boom, you have more space. Of course, there is much more to it than that, not least of which is the blending ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-additions-then-and-now-how-to-add-new-and-reconfigure-old-space) 4 minute read - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Home Addition Shortcut: Convert a Porch, Attic, Basement or Garage](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-home-addition-shortcut-convert-a-porch-attic-basement-or-garage) There are so many reasons to build an addition: Your family is growing, and you work from home at least a few days a week. Gone are the days when you took the Metro to Adams ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-home-addition-shortcut-convert-a-porch-attic-basement-or-garage) 3 minute read - [Architectural Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/architectural-design), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Home Additions and Architectural Style: Blending New and Old](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-additions-and-architectural-style-blending-new-and-old) One of the biggest challenges in designing and building a home addition is the stylistic connection between old and new. The design approach can either match architectural styles ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-additions-and-architectural-style-blending-new-and-old) 4 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [How to maximize space in your home if an addition isn’t possible](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-to-maximize-space-in-your-home-if-an-addition-isnt-possible) When space is getting tight in your home -- whether it’s in Arlington, Cleveland Park, Rockville, or anywhere in between – an addition is one of the first solutions that comes to ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-to-maximize-space-in-your-home-if-an-addition-isnt-possible) 4 minute read - [Porch Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/porch-design), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Home Office](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-office) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Benefits of Converting a Porch into a Stunning Home Office](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-benefits-of-converting-a-porch-into-a-stunning-home-office) We frequently get this question from homeowners: How can we repurpose existing space in our home to create an office without having to build an addition? It seemed on the surface ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-benefits-of-converting-a-porch-into-a-stunning-home-office) 4 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Can Zoning and Lot Size Affect My Home Addition Plans?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/zoning-and-lot-size-affect-home-addition-plans) You get up in the morning and head to a bathroom you share with too many other family members – no surprise, someone has beat you to it. The familiar wait begins. You’ve been ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/zoning-and-lot-size-affect-home-addition-plans) 4 minute read - [Bathroom Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-renovation), - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling), - [Whole House Renovations](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/whole-house-renovations), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [WHAT'S THE COST OF A HOME ADDITION IN WASHINGTON, DC](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/whats-the-cost-of-a-home-addition-in-washington-dc) Sometimes a prospective client will ask, "What's the cost per square foot for building a home addition?" When most people ask this question, they simply want to get some idea in ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/whats-the-cost-of-a-home-addition-in-washington-dc) 4 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Washington DC Home Additions: Is Bigger Better?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/washington-dc-home-additions-is-bigger-better-1) Will more square footage make my addition more valuable? Let me take you back to a time when we all felt the need for more room. In the late 20th Century, families who had grown ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/washington-dc-home-additions-is-bigger-better-1) 3 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Kitchen Design Styles to Know Before You Remodel](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-design-styles-to-know-before-you-remodel) Although many of the homes in the Metro DC region were built 50, 75 years, or even longer ago and they have gone through several generations of ownership, the exterior most likely ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-design-styles-to-know-before-you-remodel) 4 minute read - [Porch Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/porch-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [A National Award Winning Porch Design in Potomac Maryland](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-national-award-winning-porch-design-in-potomac-maryland) This porch design by Gilday Renovations received two awards from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. The project won the Southeast Region which includes nine ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-national-award-winning-porch-design-in-potomac-maryland) 3 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Kitchen Color Ideas for Your Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-color-ideas-for-your-home-renovation-1) Selecting details that bring your kitchen design theme to life As you scroll through pictures on Instagram, Pinterest, and Houzz to imagine your kitchen renovation, did you ever ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-color-ideas-for-your-home-renovation-1) 3 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Art of Kitchen Lighting Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-lighting-design) Remember your first apartment, with the fluorescent ring light — or if you were lucky a few straight fluorescent lights in the middle of the kitchen — that never quite stopped ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-lighting-design) 4 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling), - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [How Kitchen Layout Makes or Breaks the Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-layout) Modern kitchen layout has developed alongside modern kitchen design — which today emphasizes an open plan concept. While many older homes in the metro DC area were built in the ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-layout) 5 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Kitchen Renovation Take Two: Refining a Previously Remodeled Kitchen](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-renovation-take-two-refining-a-previously-remodeled-kitchen) Like many young couples who work and live downtown, Amy Feagles and Geoff Dietz looked to the inner ring suburbs when it was time to start a family. They purchased a house in ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-renovation-take-two-refining-a-previously-remodeled-kitchen) 3 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Kitchen Color Ideas for Your Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-color-ideas-for-your-home-renovation) As you scroll through pictures on Instagram, Pinterest, and Houzz to imagine your kitchen renovation, did you ever wonder why you’re drawn to certain images? Chances are that the ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-color-ideas-for-your-home-renovation) 4 minute read - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Right-Sized Expansion on a Tiny Corner Lot](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/right-sized-renovation-on-a-postage-stamp-lot) Downsizing to a smaller home doesn’t have to be complicated, but it’s never as simple as you imagine. And while it took some doing to get to the final goal, Marie Duellman and ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/right-sized-renovation-on-a-postage-stamp-lot) 3 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [How Good Craftsmanship Saves You Time & Money in Your Home Remodeling Project!](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-good-craftsmanship-saves-you-time-money-in-your-home-remodeling-project) Home Remodeling Surprises - What’s Behind the Walls? Living in an older home can be great. The architectural details you just can’t get in a newer home, the sense of history, the ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-good-craftsmanship-saves-you-time-money-in-your-home-remodeling-project) 4 minute read - [Porch Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/porch-design), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [A Design & Renovation Experience That Covers All the Angles](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-design-renovation-experience-that-covers-all-the-angles) Every time Lisa Kristiansen and Steve Robinson looked out their french doors to nowhere, they knew they had work to do. Those doors were supposed to lead to a deck - or something ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-design-renovation-experience-that-covers-all-the-angles) 4 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Benefits of Collaboration in Design-Build Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-benefits-of-collaboration-in-design-build-remodeling) When a Cleveland Park family needed a kitchen redesign, they chose a company that offered a design-build remodeling approach. With an architect, interior designer, and lead ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-benefits-of-collaboration-in-design-build-remodeling) 3 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [How to Choose the Right Design-Build Firm for Your Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-to-choose-the-right-design-build-firm-for-your-home-renovation) Maybe you’ve heard that design-build is a good way to go for home remodeling, that it is smoother and more cost-effective. That’s true. Or maybe you are just starting to ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-to-choose-the-right-design-build-firm-for-your-home-renovation) 4 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Small Home Additions Can Have a Big Impact on your Life](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/small-home-additions-can-have-a-big-impact) When young men returned from military service after WW2, homes couldn’t be built fast enough around Washington, DC and around the country. More and more families were looking for ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/small-home-additions-can-have-a-big-impact) 4 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Three Kitchen Remodel Strategies You’ll Want to Know](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/three-kitchen-remodel-strategies-youll-want-to-know) Suppose your home was built during the post-WWII era. In that case, you might be living in a layout that was better suited to a time when one rotary phone was state-of-the-art ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/three-kitchen-remodel-strategies-youll-want-to-know) 3 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Safely Remodeling Your Kitchen During a Pandemic](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/safely-remodeling-your-kitchen-during-a-pandemic) You've been spending a LOT more time in your kitchen since the early spring of this year. It's been great having time as a family preparing and eating meals, so that's been a real ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/safely-remodeling-your-kitchen-during-a-pandemic) 4 minute read - [Whole House Renovations](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/whole-house-renovations) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Home Renovation: You Don’t Have to do Everything all at Once](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-renovation-you-dont-have-to-do-everything-all-at-once) You’ve found a great property in the perfect location—maybe you are living there right now—but it definitely needs some work. The challenge now is to imagine the possibilities. ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-renovation-you-dont-have-to-do-everything-all-at-once) 3 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Interior Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/interiordesign) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Benefits & Challenges of Attic Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-benefits-challenges-of-attic-renovation) When it comes to adding livable space to your home, the most logical places to turn are the basement and the attic. In two previous posts, we looked at the return on the ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-benefits-challenges-of-attic-renovation) 4 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Basement Renovations Challenges to Consider](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/basement-renovations-challenges-to-consider) When adding new livable space in a home, the first place many people turn to is the basement. A basement can be a great choice because it does not involve adding additional ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/basement-renovations-challenges-to-consider) 2 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Interior Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/interiordesign) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Basement Renovation: Finishing Existing Space for Maximum Resale Value](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/basement-renovation-finishing-existing-space-for-maximum-resale-value) When is it a good idea to follow through with those renovation projects you’ve been thinking about? Let’s take a look at why it might be a good idea to finish off some of those ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/basement-renovation-finishing-existing-space-for-maximum-resale-value) 3 minute read - [Bathroom Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-design), - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling), - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Should I Renovate My Kitchen and Bath For Resale? Part 2](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/should-i-renovate-my-kitchen-and-bath-for-resale-part-2) Kitchens and baths are prime spaces when it comes to renovation projects. Sometimes the need is obvious. You purchase a home with an outdated kitchen that will never meet your ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/should-i-renovate-my-kitchen-and-bath-for-resale-part-2) 3 minute read - [Bathroom Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-design), - [Bathroom Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-renovation), - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Should I Renovate My Kitchen and Bath for Resale? Part 1](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/should-i-renovate-my-kitchen-and-bath-for-resale-part-1) When you look at your kitchen, there’s nothing exactly wrong with it. It’s functional and has served your family well. Nothing’s broken, so why fix it? Well, if you are ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/should-i-renovate-my-kitchen-and-bath-for-resale-part-1) 3 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [How Will a Home Addition Affect Resale?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-will-an-addition-affect-resale) It’s time for an addition to your home, but there are a lot of factors to weigh. Two big considerations: how long will you be there to enjoy this home addition, and how will it ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-will-an-addition-affect-resale) 3 minute read - [Condo Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/condo-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Finding the Right Firm for Your Luxury Condo Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/finding-the-right-firm-for-your-luxury-condo-renovation) How will you find the right firm to handle your condo renovation? [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/finding-the-right-firm-for-your-luxury-condo-renovation) 3 minute read - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Right Size & Right Aesthetic: Bringing Your Master Bath into the 21st Century](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/bring-your-master-bath-into-the-21st-century) If you grew up in a 1940s-era colonial, you might remember Mom and Dad’s tiny but efficient bathroom. It likely had a single pedestal sink, a toilet, and a small but usable tiled ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/bring-your-master-bath-into-the-21st-century) 3 minute read - [Condo Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/condo-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Buying a New Construction Condo in Washington DC: What to Look For](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/buying-a-new-construction-condo-in-washington-dc-what-to-look-for) The lure of new construction is easy to understand. Everything new, bright, and shiny. That’s why there are so many new condo developments cropping up right now all over DC. A new ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/buying-a-new-construction-condo-in-washington-dc-what-to-look-for) 3 minute read - [Condo Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/condo-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [DC Condo Living Offers a Carefree Alternative to the Traditional Dream Home](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/dc-condo-living-offers-a-carefree-alternative-to-the-traditional-dream-home) The condo market in metro DC is as vibrant as the city itself. Several trends I am seeing are these: first, empty nesters are no longer staying in their "forever homes” after the ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/dc-condo-living-offers-a-carefree-alternative-to-the-traditional-dream-home) 3 minute read - [Condo Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/condo-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Condo and the Empty Nester](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-condo-and-the-empty-nester) Choosing a condominium in Washington might look easy. It seems that there is a lot to choose from after all. But getting the right fit at the right price point, with the amenities ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-condo-and-the-empty-nester) 4 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Looking for a Condo in DC? Start Your Search with a Wish List](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/looking-for-a-condo-in-dc-start-your-search-with-a-wish-list) The condo market in the metro DC region is multi-faceted, to say the least. Here is another in our series on experts in residential real estate, and especially the condominium ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/looking-for-a-condo-in-dc-start-your-search-with-a-wish-list) 5 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Condo Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/condo-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Finding the Right Condo Fit](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/finding-the-right-condo-fit) Condo living is an increasingly popular option for homebuyers here in the DC metro area. Having lived and worked here for 40 plus years, I’ve found that the way to assist people ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/finding-the-right-condo-fit) 3 minute read - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Choices That Affect the Cost of a Master Bathroom Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/choices-that-affect-the-cost-of-a-master-bathroom-renovation) The time is right for that master bathroom remodel you’ve been thinking about. You’ve even gone out and gotten some quotes. But it’s not really clear what you will be getting for ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/choices-that-affect-the-cost-of-a-master-bathroom-renovation) 3 minute read - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Four Factors to Consider in Luxury Master Bathroom Designs](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/four-factors-to-consider-in-luxury-master-bathroom-designs) Your master bath is functional, but just barely. It is showing definite signs of wear that are getting harder to ignore; mildew stains that no amount of scrubbing will eliminate, ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/four-factors-to-consider-in-luxury-master-bathroom-designs) 2 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Tips for a Smooth and Efficient Luxury Condo Renovation Experience](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tips-for-a-smooth-and-efficient-luxury-condo-renovation-experience) A home renovation in a condominium (or co-op) property is not like renovating a single family home. And there is more to it than simply the difference between interior only and ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tips-for-a-smooth-and-efficient-luxury-condo-renovation-experience) 3 minute read - [Condo Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/condo-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Differences Between Luxury Condo Renovation and Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/differences-between-luxury-condo-renovation-and-home-renovation) You’ve been in your condo for a few years now. Or maybe you just moved in. Yet some of the compromises you made - the not quite perfect kitchen, maybe an owner’s bedroom layout ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/differences-between-luxury-condo-renovation-and-home-renovation) 2 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Interior Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/interiordesign) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Benefits and Risks of Converting a Spare Bedroom into a Walk-in Closet](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/benefits-and-risks-of-converting-a-spare-bedroom-into-a-walk-in-closet) It’s an empty nest! The house is finally all yours again. Your youngest child got the hint when they found you measuring the dimensions of what had, up to this point, clearly been ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/benefits-and-risks-of-converting-a-spare-bedroom-into-a-walk-in-closet) 2 minute read - [Architectural Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/architectural-design), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Interior Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/interiordesign) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Simple Dos and Don’ts When Designing an Open Floor Plan](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/simple-dos-and-donts-when-designing-an-open-floor-plan) There is an undeniable sense of place, a charm, and specificity that you often feel in a well-maintained older home. On the other hand, older homes often were built for different ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/simple-dos-and-donts-when-designing-an-open-floor-plan) 3 minute read - [Architectural Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/architectural-design), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Interior Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/interiordesign) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Smart Ways to Maximize Your First Floor Layout](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/smart-ways-to-maximize-your-first-floor-layout) Is your first-floor layout everything you want it to be? Maybe that long, narrow entryway is really starting to bother you. And you love having a first-floor laundry room, but ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/smart-ways-to-maximize-your-first-floor-layout) 3 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Should I Remodel My New House Before Moving In, or Wait?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/should-i-remodel-my-new-house-before-moving-in-or-wait) The decision has been made. You are selling your home and purchasing a new one here in the metropolitan Washington DC area. The whole family is excited about the new chapter that ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/should-i-remodel-my-new-house-before-moving-in-or-wait) 4 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Evolution of the Floor Plan in American Home Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-evolution-of-the-floor-plan-in-american-home-design) If you live in the Cleveland Park DC neighborhood and are considering a major home renovation project, you may have the opportunity to transform the way it feels to move through ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-evolution-of-the-floor-plan-in-american-home-design) 2 minute read - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [What's the Cost of a Home Addition In Washington DC](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-additions-cost-per-square-foot.html) Cost Per Square Foot: Home Addition vs New Home Sometimes a prospective client will ask "what's the cost per square foot for building a home addition." Our standard answer is: ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-additions-cost-per-square-foot.html) 4 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Home Renovations and Project Managers — An Essential Relationship](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-renovations-and-project-managers-an-essential-relationship) Thinking about renovating your kitchen, converting an attic for a home office, or in need of a home addition for a master suite or family room? If so, we have some advice about ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-renovations-and-project-managers-an-essential-relationship) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [How to Gain a Mudroom and Powder Room When You Build a Kitchen Addition](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-to-gain-a-mudroom-and-powder-room-when-you-build-a-kitchen-addition) It is not uncommon for owners of older homes in places like Arlington and NW Washington to crave more space especially with a kitchen addition. Utilitarian brick houses were built ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-to-gain-a-mudroom-and-powder-room-when-you-build-a-kitchen-addition) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [How to Prepare Meals for Your Family while Renovating Your Kitchen](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-to-prepare-meals-for-your-family-while-renovating-your-kitchen) A remodeling project is the perfect way to create your ideal kitchen, tailored to your family’s specific requirements. But a full kitchen renovation can take 10 to 12 weeks to ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-to-prepare-meals-for-your-family-while-renovating-your-kitchen) 3 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Consider a Home’s Age when Planning to Remodel in the Washington DC Area](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/consider-a-homes-age-when-planning-a-remodel-in-the-washington-dc-area) If you live in Washington, DC, or its close-in suburbs in Maryland and Virginia, your house is probably old. And if you’re looking to buy? You’ll be looking at old houses. ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/consider-a-homes-age-when-planning-a-remodel-in-the-washington-dc-area) 3 minute read - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [What’s the Right Size for a Home Addition? Not Too Big and Not Too Small](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/whats-the-right-size-for-a-home-addition-not-too-big-and-not-too-small) A Bigger Home Addition Is Almost Never Better Ideally, the size of a home addition is driven by its planned use within limits of the property size. Families with young children ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/whats-the-right-size-for-a-home-addition-not-too-big-and-not-too-small) 2 minute read - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Why Investing in Home Additions is Better Than Buying New](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/why-investing-in-home-additions-is-better-than-buying-new) The Cost of Home Additions vs Buying New Homes Sometimes a prospective client will ask, “What’s the cost per square foot for home additions?” We can give you a reasonable idea of ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/why-investing-in-home-additions-is-better-than-buying-new) 2 minute read - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [How to Get More Room in the House as Your Family Grows](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-to-get-more-room-in-the-house-as-your-family-grows) Home Addition Plans: Exploring the Most Practical Options You’ve got problems with your home. The kitchen isn’t big enough. Your clothes and shoes won’t fit in the closet. Every ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-to-get-more-room-in-the-house-as-your-family-grows) 3 minute read - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [How Long Should a Kitchen Remodel Take?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-long-should-a-kitchen-remodel-take) Why Kitchen Remodeling Takes Time The home remodeling programs on HGTV are fun to watch. Magic happens in minutes. Presto! Old and outdated becomes new and modern. This is the ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-long-should-a-kitchen-remodel-take) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [How Expert Kitchen Renovation Cures the Many Headaches of Your Outdated Kitchen](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-expert-kitchen-renovation-cures-the-many-headaches-of-your-outdated-kitchen) If your Kensington Maryland home was built during the post WWII era, there’s a good chance that its fundamental layout is still the way it was when televisions only had 3 channels ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-expert-kitchen-renovation-cures-the-many-headaches-of-your-outdated-kitchen) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [3 Tricks Kitchen Designers Use to Make a Small Kitchen Feel Larger](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/3-tricks-kitchen-designers-use-to-make-a-small-kitchen-feel-larger) If building an addition is not an option because of budget constraints or space limitations, don’t give up on the idea of remodeling your kitchen. Kitchen designers know how to ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/3-tricks-kitchen-designers-use-to-make-a-small-kitchen-feel-larger) 3 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Should a Designer or Architect be in Charge of my Kitchen Renovation?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/who-should-be-in-charge-of-my-kitchen-renovation-project-certified-kitchen-designer-or-architect) A kitchen designer should always be in charge of your kitchen renovation - even if it is part of a larger architect-designed project. The kitchen designer brings valuable insights ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/who-should-be-in-charge-of-my-kitchen-renovation-project-certified-kitchen-designer-or-architect) 3 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [If Kitchen Remodeling Only Makes Your Kitchen Beautiful—You’re in Trouble](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/if-kitchen-remodeling-only-makes-your-kitchen-beautiful-youre-in-trouble) Beautiful + Practical: The Art of Kitchen Remodeling Inundated by decades of dazzlingprogramming on HGTV and The Food Channel, America’s passion for kitchen perfection shows no ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/if-kitchen-remodeling-only-makes-your-kitchen-beautiful-youre-in-trouble) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Three Approaches to Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/three-approaches-to-kitchen-remodeling) You’ve suspected it for a while, but now you’re sure of it: Your kitchen isn’t working. Whether it’s too small, laid out improperly, or just plain outdated, a poorly-functioning ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/three-approaches-to-kitchen-remodeling) 3 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [What's the Perfect Color for Your Kitchen Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2017/06/09/how-to-choose-colors-for-your-kitchen-renovation) As you flip through pictures on Pinterest, Houzz, and Instagram to imagine your kitchen renovation, did you ever wonder why you’re drawn to certain images? Chances are that the ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2017/06/09/how-to-choose-colors-for-your-kitchen-renovation) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Smart Home Technology in the Kitchen](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/smart-home-technology-in-the-kitchen) Smart Homes, the Internet of Things, Home Automation—all of these terms are the new vernacular for the place you call home. Smart home technology is no longer a futuristic vision. ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/smart-home-technology-in-the-kitchen) 2 minute read - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Remodeling Your Bathroom: Banish the Bland](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/remodeling-your-bathroom-banish-the-bland.html) You know what we are all very good at? Making do. We put up with all sorts of minor annoyances every single day. Unwanted sights, sounds and smells interrupt our flow--and yet we ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/remodeling-your-bathroom-banish-the-bland.html) 2 minute read - [Bathroom Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-design), - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Kitchen & Bathroom Design Trends](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2017/01/26/2017-kitchen-bath-trends) Returning from the KBIS (Kitchen & Bath Industry Show), our kitchen and bath designers were “vertically” flowing with excitement! Two main themes emerged from their 3-day trip ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2017/01/26/2017-kitchen-bath-trends) 4 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Home Renovation Return on Investment: What to Expect](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/09/02/the-home-renovation-return-on-investment-what-to-expect) Susan Liss wasn’t thinking about future resale when she hired Gilday Renovations to design and build a two-story addition to her home in Chevy Chase after husband passed away. She ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/09/02/the-home-renovation-return-on-investment-what-to-expect) 3 minute read - [Architectural Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/architectural-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Renovating Older Homes, What You Should Know](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/08/22/renovating-older-homes-what-you-should-know) According to the most recent housing profile by the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census in 2013, the median age of homes in this region is 34 years. ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/08/22/renovating-older-homes-what-you-should-know) 3 minute read - [Interior Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/interiordesign) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Mind of a Designer, Part I](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-mind-of-a-designer-part-i) What is it about interior designers that enable them to work wonders on the environments where we live? How can they choose colors and pair patterns that we amateurs would never ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-mind-of-a-designer-part-i) 5 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Interior Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/interiordesign) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Mind of a Designer, Part II](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-mind-of-a-designer-part-ii) In this second installment of our quest to find out what makes an interior designer tick, we’ve approached the top winners for residential interior design in this year’s awards ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-mind-of-a-designer-part-ii) 1 minute read - [Bathroom Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Remodel Your Bathroom to Banish the Bland](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/05/26/remodel-your-bathroom-banish-the-bland) You know what we are all very good at? Making do. We put up with all sorts of minor annoyances every single day. Unwanted sights, sounds, and smells interrupt our flow, and yet we ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/05/26/remodel-your-bathroom-banish-the-bland) 1 minute read - [Porch Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/porch-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Luxury Porch Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/04/29/luxury-porch-additions) Porches provide transition space from indoors to outdoors. Protected from sun, rain and insects but open to fresh air, a porch is an outdoor room where you can escape your ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/04/29/luxury-porch-additions) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Why was this Kitchen Addition Remodeling Necessary?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/04/28/why-was-this-kitchen-addition-remodeling-necessary-1) According to one of the homeowners, the old kitchen was ugly! A previous home remodeling at this Chevy Chase residence had made room for a breakfast area and powder room. But that ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/04/28/why-was-this-kitchen-addition-remodeling-necessary-1) 2 minute read - [Porch Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/porch-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Considering Porches -or- How the Greeks Invented Outdoor Living](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/04/07/considering-porches-or-how-the-greeks-invented-outdoor-living) Are you looking to add curb appeal to your home? You probably love the idea of expanding your living space or providing more room for entertaining, and stretching out on a fully ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/04/07/considering-porches-or-how-the-greeks-invented-outdoor-living) 2 minute read - [Bathroom Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Two Approaches To Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/04/04/two-approaches-to-bath-remodeling-1) Sometimes it is a luxury you bestow upon yourself. Sometimes it is an imperative. Always, it results in something special just for you: remodeling your bathroom. When is it time ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/04/04/two-approaches-to-bath-remodeling-1) 3 minute read - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Home Addition Plans: What Are Your Options?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-addition-plans-washington-dc-2.html) Exploring the Most Practical Options for Home Additions The Tudor style of this two story home addition in Chevy Chase mimics the architectural style of the main house. The ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-addition-plans-washington-dc-2.html) 3 minute read - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Kitchen Remodeling: How Long Should It Take?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-remodeling-long-take.html) The home remodeling programs on HGTV are fun to watch. Magic happens in minutes. Presto! Old and outdated becomes new and modern. [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-remodeling-long-take.html) 2 minute read - [Porch Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/porch-design), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [How Porch Renovations Add Curb Appeal](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/porch-renovations-add-curb-appeal.html) Considering Porch Design -or- How the Greeks Invented Outdoor Living Are you looking to add curb appeal to your home? You'll probably like the idea of expanding your living space ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/porch-renovations-add-curb-appeal.html) 5 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Design Build: A Proven Way To Avoid Home Renovation Insanity](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/design-build-to-avoid-home-renovation-insanity.html) Home renovations can drive you insane. There’s no denying it. It’s often a painfully chaotic process. [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/design-build-to-avoid-home-renovation-insanity.html) 5 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Home Renovation: What Are You Afraid Of?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/washington-dc-home-remodeling-face-your-fears.html) Face Your Fear of Home Remodeling You Live in Bethesda, Maryland and you’ve just begun to think about remodeling your home. Then the dark thoughts come. People dread the thought ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/washington-dc-home-remodeling-face-your-fears.html) 3 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [This Old House Aint Worth It](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/old-house-aint-worth.html) Love It Or Level It? Sometimes the answer is obvious. Other times, you struggle. You love a house. You say it deserves to stand, though it looks one gust away from falling down. ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/old-house-aint-worth.html) 2 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Home Remodeling vs Tear Down and Rebuild](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-remodeling-vs-tear.html) Fix It Up or Tear It Down? This ambitious Chevy Chase, Maryland home remodeling project provides a great answer to the fundamental question many homeowners face. The renovation of ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-remodeling-vs-tear.html) 2 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Design Build From A Designer's Point of View](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/design-build-designers-point-view.html) When talking about the design build approach to Washington DC home remodeling, we usually focus on benefits to the homeowner. Interior designer Leslie Roosevelt sees a benefit to ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/design-build-designers-point-view.html) 2 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Finding the Best Design Build Firm](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/finding-best-design-build-firm.html) A home addition involves major structural changes to the home. How do you find the right design build firm to plan your home addition? The photo (left) shows progress on a ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/finding-best-design-build-firm.html) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Kitchen Remodeling Alternatives To Granite](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-remodeling-alternatives-to-granite.html) The End of Granite Countertops in Kitchen Remodeling Are we sick of the slab yet? Starting about eight years ago there were remodeling industry predictions of an end to the great ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-remodeling-alternatives-to-granite.html) 2 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Home Additions & Remodeling in Washington DC](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-additions-remodeling-in-washington-dc.html) Home Additions Are Still Good A Investment In Washington DC, home remodeling has evolved into a sophisticated and highly professionalized art--particularly for home additions. ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-additions-remodeling-in-washington-dc.html) 2 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [How To Hire the Right Home Remodeling Contractor](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-to-hire-the-right-home-remodeling-contractor.html) Choose the Right Contractor for Your Home Remodeling Project--Or Else Sometimes we get calls from customers who haven't identified the correct type of home remodeling company to ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-to-hire-the-right-home-remodeling-contractor.html) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Interior Renovation: A Cure For the "Dysfunctional" Kitchen Layout](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/interior-renovation-a-cure-for-the-dysfunctional-layout.html) Make Your Kitchen Feel Bigger & Function Better: Interior Renovation & Reconfiguration This happens a lot in metropolitan Washington, DC. We encounter older homes with ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/interior-renovation-a-cure-for-the-dysfunctional-layout.html) 3 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Why You Need A Kitchen Designer](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/why-you-need-a-kitchen-designer.html) A kitchen designer is familiar with the latest features available in cabinetry, appliances and other products for the kitchen. Who better to answer the question "why you need a ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/why-you-need-a-kitchen-designer.html) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [What a Kitchen Designer Does For You](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/what-a-kitchen-designer-does-for-you.html) Do you or don't you need tow work with a kitchen designer for your kitchen remodeling project? It is possible that you may regret it if you don't use a designer. The kitchen ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/what-a-kitchen-designer-does-for-you.html) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Three Painful Kitchen Remodeling Blunders](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/three-painful-kitchen-remodeling-blunders.html) Avoid the Pain: Work With a Kitchen Designer Kitchen remodeling? Please, don't do it yourself! If you hire a smart, seasoned kitchen designer you won't have to worry about ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/three-painful-kitchen-remodeling-blunders.html) 2 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Interior Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/interiordesign) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Interior Renovation & Reconfigure](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/interior-renovation-and-reconfigure.html) Interior Renovation: When Better Space (Not More) Is the Solution The first thing you need to know about interior renovation is that it is usually more cost-effective than ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/interior-renovation-and-reconfigure.html) 2 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Why Hire A Design Build Firm](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/why-hire-a-design-build-firm.html) A successful design build approach requires impeccable planning and project management. If you live in Rockville Maryland or another first ring suburb of Washington DC, your time ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/why-hire-a-design-build-firm.html) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [What does a Kitchen Designer Do?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/05/24/what-does-a-kitchen-designer-do-1) This week we had a coffee-talk with our favorite kitchen & bath designers. We grilled them about the value of their services for a homeowner planning to remodel a kitchen. [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/single-post/2016/05/24/what-does-a-kitchen-designer-do-1) 2 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Planning A Home Addition In Chevy Chase](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-additions-in-chevy-chase-maryland.html) If you live in Chevy Chase and you are planning to build an addition to your home, you will also have to plan a "home" for all the rainwater that the new addition is going to ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-additions-in-chevy-chase-maryland.html) 1 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Home Remodeling: It's Exciting Then It Isn't Then It Is](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/its-exciting-then-it-isnt-then-it-is.html) Home remodeling, can be a bit of an emotional roller coaster even when all goes according to plan. We get that. The design process is exciting and gets the creative juices ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/its-exciting-then-it-isnt-then-it-is.html) - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Kitchen Task Areas & the Work Triangle](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-task-areas.html) Kitchen Work Centers We have talked about the kitchen work triangle and how it effectively makes or breaks a kitchen design. If the geometry is off, the kitchen -no matter how ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-task-areas.html) 2 minute read - [Interior Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/interiordesign) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [De-Mystifying Interior Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/de-mystifying-interior-design.html) The Washington DC area is home to a big, busy interior design community. It makes sense that residential design and renovation are big business here because the DC market itself ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/de-mystifying-interior-design.html) 1 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Kitchen Color Under Glass](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-color-under-glass.html) Applying a painted glass overlay is now an established alternative to tile backsplash as an accent in the modern kitchen color palette. We are seeing more of this type of finish ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-color-under-glass.html) 1 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Integrated Design Build Works](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/integrated-design-build-works.html) Our integrated design build approach to home remodeling works because the design group, the build group and the project management group are all full-time Gilday employees. They ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/integrated-design-build-works.html) 1 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Kitchen Layout Alphabet](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-kitchen-layout-alphabet.html) The modern kitchen layout has developed along side modern kitchen design---which emphasizes an open plan concept. Instead of the kitchen being a small, isolated room in the back ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-kitchen-layout-alphabet.html) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Kitchen Layouts: The Modern Galley Kitchen](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-layouts-the-modern-galley.html) Modern Kitchen Design Floor Plans Modern kitchen design layouts are referenced by the shape they make when viewed on a floor plan. The most popular kitchen design configurations ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-layouts-the-modern-galley.html) 1 minute read - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Condo Bathroom Remodeling: Tricks to Make the Most of Small Space](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/condo-bath-remodel-tricks-to-make-the-most-of-small-space.html) Small Bathroom - Smart Remodel The integrated design build approach to bathroom remodeling promotes lively collaboration. That results in a win/win experience for all involved. ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/condo-bath-remodel-tricks-to-make-the-most-of-small-space.html) 2 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [When Four L's Make a U](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-collaborative-factor-in-design-build.html) Design Build = Collaboration Continuing from the previous post ("Why Integrated Design Build Works") we explore further how an integrated design build approach to kitchen ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-collaborative-factor-in-design-build.html) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Why Integrated Design Build Works](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/why-integrated-design-build-works.html) Here is a perfect example of the high quality of collaboration that occurs daily in a truly integrated design build remodeling firm. Kitchen designer Ellen Gilday Witts and ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/why-integrated-design-build-works.html) 1 minute read - [Architectural Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/architectural-design), - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Architect In Design Build Part Two](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-architect-in-design-build-part-two.html) A Classy Cleveland Park Victorian In the previous post (The Architect In Design Build Part One) we took a peek at design build architect Dan Morales' process as he prepared to ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-architect-in-design-build-part-two.html) 2 minute read - [Architectural Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/architectural-design), - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Architect In Design Build Part One](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-architect-in-design-build-remodeling.html) Just as an actor studies all aspects of a character in preparation for the role, an architect studies the architectural character of a home he is about to renovate. This is one of ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-architect-in-design-build-remodeling.html) 1 minute read - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Our Tiny Condo Kitchen Remodeling Project](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/our-tiny-kitchen-remodelingproject.html) Kitchen Remodeling Means Thinking Inside the Box In condo kitchen remodeling, size does not matter. The design process is the same. The kitchen designer has to make an assessment ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/our-tiny-kitchen-remodelingproject.html) 2 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Home Additions Indoors and Out](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-additions-indoors-and-out.html) The Great Outdoors -or- The Great After-Thought Gilday Renovations completed a two-story home addition to a Washington DC residence several years ago. We squeezed the budget in ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-additions-indoors-and-out.html) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Solid Surface or Natural Stone](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/solid-surface-or-natural-stone.html) Choosing Countertops for the Modern Kitchen There are now many more types of kitchen countertop materials to choose from. And yet, most of our clients still choose natural stone. ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/solid-surface-or-natural-stone.html) 1 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Stand By You](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/stand-by-you.html) We do that. When you are the client in a Gilday Renovations design build remodeling project, we stand by you. Why its that? Because our work and our client relationships are based ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/stand-by-you.html) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Coloring Your Kitchen](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/coloring-your-kitchen.html) The Finishing Touch Choosing your paint colors--that truly puts the finishing touch on a home remodeling project. Do not under estimate the importance of this choice. [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/coloring-your-kitchen.html) 1 minute read - [Porch Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/porch-design), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Curb Appeal](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/curb-appeal.html) Something Is Missing Curb appeal. You know it when you see it because you feel it. But, what is it exactly? [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/curb-appeal.html) 1 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Choosing Kitchen Colors](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/choosing-kitchen-colors.html) Balancing Act The color palette for modern kitchens is drawn from dominant and recessive tones. Kitchen & bath designer Leslie Roosevelt says she tries to balance the overall ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/choosing-kitchen-colors.html) 1 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [What Design Build Is](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/what-design-build-is.html) Design Is the Heartbeat For Gilday Renovations, residential design build (in the Washington DC metro area) is about seamless integration of all resources, people and processes ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/what-design-build-is.html) - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Under Cabinet Kitchen Lighting With LED](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/under-cabinet-kitchen-lighting-with-led.html) Modern Kitchen Lighting The previous blog post (Lighting Our Kitchens) talked about the overall benefits of LED over other available types of lighting for our kitchen and bath ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/under-cabinet-kitchen-lighting-with-led.html) - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Lighting Our Kitchens: The LED Is In the Lead](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/lighting-our-kitchens-the-led-is-in-the-lead.html) Halogen Is Dead That's the word from Ronna Cohen at Annapolis Lighting. In a conversation about trends in kitchen lighting, Ronna said that as of this year they are selling ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/lighting-our-kitchens-the-led-is-in-the-lead.html) - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Mercury Rising: The Way of Kitchen Lights](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/mercury-rising-the-way-of-kitchen-lights.html) One More Year That's all we've got. By government mandate, we may not use incandescent light bulbs (100w or 75w) past 2013. The incandescent is out (thanks but no thanks Mr. ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/mercury-rising-the-way-of-kitchen-lights.html) 1 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Kitchen Lighting Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-lighting-design.html) You might expect that the electrician would be in charge of lighting the kitchen. In fact, lighting design is an integral part of the kitchen plan and the designer's ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-lighting-design.html) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Transitional Kitchen Design: A Collision of Design Styles?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/transitional-kitchen-collision-of-design-styles.html) The "transitional" style kitchen by any other name would be what? A mash up traditional and contemporary? A haphazard collision of styles? Could be. But in the hands of a clever ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/transitional-kitchen-collision-of-design-styles.html) 1 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Kitchen Design Trend Alert: Gray! It's the New.... Something](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-design-trend-alert-gray-its-the-new-something) NKBA's Top Kitchen Design Trends The National Kitchen & Bath Association just published its top ten kitchen and bath design trends based on data culled from the membership. ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-design-trend-alert-gray-its-the-new-something) 1 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Home Remodeling Brings Order to Chaos](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/design-build-remodeling-brings-order-to-chaos.html) Not As Bad As It Looks Only homeowners who have lived through an extensive home remodeling project know what it feels like to see the place where they live completely torn up. One ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/design-build-remodeling-brings-order-to-chaos.html) 2 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build), - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Live With It? Never In Design Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/live-with-it.html) Bathroom Remodeling: Can You Live With That? We often find ourselves correcting mistakes left behind by other remodeling companies--especially in a bathroom remodeling project. ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/live-with-it.html) 1 minute read - [Bathroom Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-renovation), - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Integrated Design Build and Bath Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/integrated-design-build-and-bath-remodeling.html) Integrated Design Build We at Gilday Renovations have coined a term that describes our approach to design build remodeling. We call it integrated design build. That's because the ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/integrated-design-build-and-bath-remodeling.html) 2 minute read - [Bathroom Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-renovation), - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Condo Renovation in Glover Park DC](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/making-a-condo-look-and-feel-like-home.html) Almost Done: From Drab to Distinctive As the photo above indicates, we are near completion of a condo renovation in Glover Park. The challenge in this project was to implement ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/making-a-condo-look-and-feel-like-home.html) 1 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [A Transitional Style Kitchen Remodel Takes Some Unexpected Turns](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-minimalist-kitchen-takes-some-unexpected-turns.html) Our client, Michelle, spent a number of years living in the Netherlands before coming home to Chevy Chase Maryland with her family. It is not surprising that she developed a taste ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-minimalist-kitchen-takes-some-unexpected-turns.html) 2 minute read - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [When An Addition Doesn't Add Up](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/when-an-addition-doesnt-add-enough.html) A previous owner of this Chevy Chase Maryland home had put on a very, very small breakfast room addition. It was the right idea but didn't go far enough. This stingy little ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/when-an-addition-doesnt-add-enough.html) 2 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Putting the Design in Designer Kitchens](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/putting-the-design-in-designer-kitchens.html) What Makes A Designer Kitchen? The designer does. A smart kitchen designer makes a thorough assessment of the limitations and possibilities of a space. She puts that factual ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/putting-the-design-in-designer-kitchens.html) 1 minute read - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [A New Addition to the House](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-new-addition-to-the-house.html) Humble Beginnings New additions all look pretty much the same to me at the beginning--as do new people. It takes time and good genes (or in this case, a sound design build ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-new-addition-to-the-house.html) 1 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Sweating the Small Stuff: That's Design Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/sweating-the-small-stuff-thats-design-build.html) A Design Build Approach to Kitchen Remodeling The Gilday Renovations design build approach to kitchen design and remodeling is all about details. Details, details, details run the ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/sweating-the-small-stuff-thats-design-build.html) 1 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Luxury Kitchen Decor: Finishing Touch](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/luxury-kitchen-decor-finishing-touch.html) Yesterday we pitched the notion of a kitchen design "style triangle" formed by cabinets, countertops and backsplash selections. These three elements of kitchen decor set the ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/luxury-kitchen-decor-finishing-touch.html) - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Other Kitchen Triangle](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-other-kitchen-triangle.html) Work Triangle You've heard of the work triangle. This basic concept of functionality is decades old in the art of modern kitchen design. The term describes the movement pattern ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-other-kitchen-triangle.html) 2 minute read - [Whole House Renovations](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/whole-house-renovations), - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [A Sixties Rancher Transformed By Design Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-sixties-rancher-transformed-by-design-build.html) McLean Whole House Renovation Our custom design build practice thrives in the Washington DC metropolitan area because there are so many generations of older homes here. As these ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-sixties-rancher-transformed-by-design-build.html) 1 minute read - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [A Bathroom Remodel With Something Old, New and Borrowed](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-bath-remodel-with-something-old-new-and-borrowed.html) We recently remodeled a half bath (a.k.a. powder room) in Chevy Chase Maryland that included something old, something new and something borrowed. It is not uncommon when ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-bath-remodel-with-something-old-new-and-borrowed.html) 1 minute read - [Bathroom Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-design), - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [A Bathroom Remodel Just for Fun](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-bath-remodel-just-for-fun.html) The half bath -or "powder room" as we like to call it here in Washington DC- is probably the smallest room in the house, not much larger than a good-sized coat closet. Just like ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-bath-remodel-just-for-fun.html) 1 minute read - [Design-Build](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/design-build) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Why Design Build?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/why-design-build.html) What's the Big Deal About Design Build Communication. That's what. In a complex renovation project, particularly when room additions are involved, stuff happens. When stuff ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/why-design-build.html) 1 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Kitchen Cabinets--They Don't Make Them Like They Used To](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-cabinets-they-dont-make-them-like-they-used-to.html) They absolutely do not make kitchen cabinets like they used to. And that's a good thing. High quality kitchen cabinets can be designed in any style you like. And with clever new ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-cabinets-they-dont-make-them-like-they-used-to.html) 1 minute read - [Bathroom Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-renovation), - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Bath Remodeling: Melissa's Tiny Powder Room](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/bath-remodeling-melissas-tiny-powder-room.html) It is standard advice that you should go through stacks of home design magazines, rip out your favorite photos and save them in a binder until you are ready to begin that long ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/bath-remodeling-melissas-tiny-powder-room.html) 1 minute read - [Bathroom Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Bather, Bath Tub Fall Through Bathroom Floor](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/bather-bath-tub-fall-through-bathroom-floor.html) "Bath Tub Drops Through Ceiling--Lands On Kitchen Counter" This is not the headline you want neighbors to be reading about you while you are laid up in a body cast. In fact, this ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/bather-bath-tub-fall-through-bathroom-floor.html) 1 minute read - [Bathroom Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-design), - [Bathroom Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-renovation) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Making A Little Master Bath A Little Bigger](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/making-a-little-bath-a-little-bigger.html) We encounter this frequently in certain Northwest Washington DC neighborhoods: the mini master bathroom. It's just big enough to do what you need to do -one at a time- and no ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/making-a-little-bath-a-little-bigger.html) 1 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Interior Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/interiordesign) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Interior Renovations Define and Refine](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/interior-renovations-define-and-refine.html) This Washington DC home remodeling project is a great example of how carefully selected design elements can transform an interior. The program here is to renovate the interior of ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/interior-renovations-define-and-refine.html) - [Porch Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/porch-design), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Home Remodeling: Design & Craftsmanship](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-remodeling-design-craftsmanship.html) When we talk about the fine points of home additions we tend to make it all about the designers. In fact, a design plan is just the beginning. An enormous amount of thought and ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-remodeling-design-craftsmanship.html) 1 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design), - [Interior Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/interiordesign) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Rustic Kitchens: Tuscan Style](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/rustic-kitchens-tuscan-style.html) To celebrate her heritage, one of our clients asked us to develop a rustic kitchen design aesthetic that expressed Tuscan style. Tuscan style favors a brawny, earthy look--the ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/rustic-kitchens-tuscan-style.html) 1 minute read - [Bathroom Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/bathroom-renovation), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [A Sweet Master Suite Addition](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-sweet-master-suite-addition.html) Home Addition Adds New Space and Revives the Old This drawing shows the before and after second floor plans for a typical brick colonial in Bethesda, Maryland that received a two ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-sweet-master-suite-addition.html) 1 minute read - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Aieeee! The Room Addition That Got Away](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/aieeee-the-room-addition-that-got-away.html) It was around the 5th century, I believe, when the Greeks (who invented Greek Tragedy) introduced the expression: "Aieeeeeee!" The exclamation is wailed out by the the proud ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/aieeee-the-room-addition-that-got-away.html) 2 minute read - [Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/home-renovation), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Your Home: Love It Or Leave It](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/your-home-love-it-or-leave-it.html) Should you move or should you stay? Should you invest in a home renovation or move to new house? This question comes up frequently when we discuss major renovations and additions ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/your-home-love-it-or-leave-it.html) 1 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Kitchen Design Styles: Forty Years Later](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-design-styles-forty-years-later.html) This kitchen project in progress is a perfect example of how kitchen design styles change over time. As designers and remodelers learn more and as clever materials, techniques and ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-design-styles-forty-years-later.html) 1 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [How Much Should You Spend On A Kitchen?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-much-should-you-spend-on-a-kitchen.html) How Much Is Too Much That's easy. It's the same as the answer to the question (women will get this) how much make up is too much'. Bobbi Brown's answer when asked by Oprah was, ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-much-should-you-spend-on-a-kitchen.html) 1 minute read - [Porch Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/porch-design), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [It's Only A Porch: Why Does It Cost So Much?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/its-only-a-porch-why-does-it-cost-so-much.html) First of all it isn't "only" a porch. In custom renovation there is no "only" anything. It is all about details--studiously conceived and finely crafted details. All those ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/its-only-a-porch-why-does-it-cost-so-much.html) 1 minute read - [Architectural Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/architectural-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Interior Renovation: The Un-Addition](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/interior-renovation-the-un-addition.html) Interior Renovation = Better Space Planning Sometimes people think they don't have enough room in their house. They need a larger kitchen. They want a real master bath--and a lot ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/interior-renovation-the-un-addition.html) - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [The Great Granite Counter Top Takeover--Is it Over?](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-great-granite-counter-top-takeover-is-it-over.html) Granite Counter Tops Granite didn't used to be all the rage. It used to be dress code for banks and public buildings that represented a strength and immortality we could ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-great-granite-counter-top-takeover-is-it-over.html) 2 minute read - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Renovate or Relocate? The Cost of Home Renovation](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/renovate-home-renovation-cost-washington-dc.html) "We Don't Want To Price Ourselves Out of the Neighborhood" We hear this a lot from prospective clients. They are trying to weigh the cost/value of investing in a home renovation ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/renovate-home-renovation-cost-washington-dc.html) 1 minute read - [Kitchen Remodeling](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-remodeling) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Learning to Build a Kitchen by Taking It Apart](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/learning-to-build-a-kitchen-by-taking-it-apart.html) Give a Young Guy a Hammer Give him a pry bar, set him loose in an empty house--and you better believe some stuff is going to get wrecked up. [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/learning-to-build-a-kitchen-by-taking-it-apart.html) 1 minute read - [Kitchen Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/kitchen-design) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Zombie Kitchen (a Bad Dream Kitchen)](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/zombie-kitchen-a-k-a-dream-kitchen-not.html) The Zombie Kitchen Surely it was someone's "dream kitchen" once upon a time in Bethesda, Maryland--but no more. This kitchen has been dead for a long time. It’s just that nobody ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/zombie-kitchen-a-k-a-dream-kitchen-not.html) 1 minute read - [Porch Design](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/porch-design), - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Home Additions That Go Against the Grain](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/room-additions-that-go-against-the-grain.html) Prospective clients will often say, “We want an addition that doesn’t look like an addition.” People want home additions to respect the architectural character of their house. We ... [Read More](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/room-additions-that-go-against-the-grain.html) 1 minute read - [Home Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tag/homeadditions) [Kevin Gilday](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/author/kevin-gilday) ## [Little Additions](https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/little-additions.html) Home additions come in all sizes — some you might not even think of as additions because they are so modest in scale. Here is a design solution that draws on the big benefits ... 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" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/small-home-additions-can-have-a-big-impact" }, "headline": "Small Home Additions Can Have a Big Impact on your Life", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.gilday.com/hubfs/blog-images/dc-kitchen-family-room-addition_3.jpeg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 16, 2021", "dateModified": "August 30, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "When considering a home renovation, the good news is a small home additions often get you the functionality you need in the ideal home layout. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/three-kitchen-remodel-strategies-youll-want-to-know" }, "headline": "Three Kitchen Remodel Strategies You\u2019ll Want to Know", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.gilday.com/hubfs/cutler%20kitchen/wood-island-Kitchen-corner.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "January 19, 2021", "dateModified": "February 13, 2025", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "If your kitchen and other rooms are boxed in, homeowners can fix these challenges with an expert kitchen renovation managed by a skilled design/build team." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/safely-remodeling-your-kitchen-during-a-pandemic" }, "headline": "Safely Remodeling Your Kitchen During a Pandemic", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.gilday.com/hubfs/blog-images/kitchen-renovation-during-pandemic.png", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "September 28, 2020", "dateModified": "September 29, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "It is safe to do a kitchen renovation during the coronavirus. 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" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-will-an-addition-affect-resale" }, "headline": "How Will a Home Addition Affect Resale?", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.gilday.com/hubfs/Images/whole-house/Cooney/1-Exterior-Master-Bedroom-Addition.png", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "November 14, 2019", "dateModified": "November 13, 2024", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "It’s time for an addition to your home, but there are two big factors to weigh: how long will you be there, and how will it affect the resale value?" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/finding-the-right-firm-for-your-luxury-condo-renovation" }, "headline": "Finding the Right Firm for Your Luxury Condo Renovation", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.gilday.com/hubfs/Images/whole-house/watergate/Watergate-kitchen-porch-washington-dc.png", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "September 30, 2019", "dateModified": "October 03, 2019", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "How will you find the right firm to handle your condo or coop renovation? 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Learn how to bring your master bath into the 21st century." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/buying-a-new-construction-condo-in-washington-dc-what-to-look-for" }, "headline": "Buying a New Construction Condo in Washington DC: What to Look For", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.gilday.com/hubfs/blog-images/22-West-lobby.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 07, 2019", "dateModified": "October 03, 2019", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "The lure of new construction is easy to understand. That’s why there are so many new condo developments cropping up right now all over DC. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/dc-condo-living-offers-a-carefree-alternative-to-the-traditional-dream-home" }, "headline": "DC Condo Living Offers a Carefree Alternative to the Traditional Dream Home", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.gilday.com/hubfs/blog-images/Shaw%20-%20Atlantic%20Plumbing%20interior.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 23, 2019", "dateModified": "October 03, 2019", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "The condo market in metro DC is as vibrant as the city itself. Empty nesters are no longer staying in their forever homes after the kids leave. 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I ask clients to imagine they were to find their dream condo. What features would it have? How important is the view? How important is parking? Learn how Theo helps his clients find the right fit." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/finding-the-right-condo-fit" }, "headline": "Finding the Right Condo Fit", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.gilday.com/hubfs/blog-images/Ritz-rooftop.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 12, 2019", "dateModified": "October 03, 2019", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Condo living is an increasingly popular option for homebuyers in the DC area. Having lived and worked here for 40 plus years, I’ve found that the way to assist people looking to buy a condo is to find the best fit for them in terms of location, budget, and amenities. Learn more. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/choices-that-affect-the-cost-of-a-master-bathroom-renovation" }, "headline": "Choices That Affect the Cost of a Master Bathroom Renovation", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.gilday.com/hubfs/blog-images/factors-that-affect-bathroom-renovation-cost.png", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "February 05, 2019", "dateModified": "December 04, 2024", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "You’ve gotten some quotes for your master bathroom remodel, but you aren't sure what you will be getting for your money. 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This article helps you to understand your options and ask the right questions." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/tips-for-a-smooth-and-efficient-luxury-condo-renovation-experience" }, "headline": "Tips for a Smooth and Efficient Luxury Condo Renovation Experience", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.gilday.com/hubfs/Images/whole-house/watergate/Watergate-Kitchen-washington-dc.png", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "January 16, 2019", "dateModified": "July 25, 2019", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "A condominium renovation is not like renovating a single family home. 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" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/should-i-remodel-my-new-house-before-moving-in-or-wait" }, "headline": "Should I Remodel My New House Before Moving In, or Wait?", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.gilday.com/hubfs/Images/kitchen/Shaffer/Shaffer%202017%20Kitchen%204.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "October 22, 2018", "dateModified": "August 30, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Selling your home and purchasing a new one here in the metropolitan Washington DC area? 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" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-renovations-and-project-managers-an-essential-relationship" }, "headline": "Home Renovations and Project Managers \u2014 An Essential Relationship", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.gilday.com/hubfs/Images/addition/epstein/13%20web%20FLOOR%20PLAN-washington%20dc%20family%20room%20addition%20.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "September 06, 2018", "dateModified": "November 20, 2024", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Whether renovating a kitchen or building a home addition, having project management integrated into the process is essential for successful home remodeling in Washington DC" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-to-gain-a-mudroom-and-powder-room-when-you-build-a-kitchen-addition" }, "headline": "How to Gain a Mudroom and Powder Room When You Build a Kitchen Addition", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.gilday.com/hubfs/blog-images/Cleveland%20Park%20DC%20Kitchen%20Addition.png", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "August 28, 2018", "dateModified": "August 30, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "The affordable brick houses built rapidly after WWII lack the space that modern Washington DC families need; mud rooms, powder rooms, walk-in closets--not part of the package" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-to-prepare-meals-for-your-family-while-renovating-your-kitchen" }, "headline": "How to Prepare Meals for Your Family while Renovating Your Kitchen", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.gilday.com/hubfs/blog-images/example-of-a-temporary-kitchen.png", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "August 21, 2018", "dateModified": "September 29, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "A full kitchen renovation can take 10 - 12 weeks to complete--and going without a kitchen for that long will impact family life. 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At least half a dozen options are available for your kitchen remodeling project--and you can use more than one" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-additions-remodeling-in-washington-dc.html" }, "headline": "Home Additions & Remodeling in Washington DC", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/major-home-addition-project-in-DC.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "November 19, 2013", "dateModified": "September 21, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Home additions are still a good investment in Washington DC because the well located and popular neighborhoods hold their value year after year." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-to-hire-the-right-home-remodeling-contractor.html" }, "headline": "How To Hire the Right Home Remodeling Contractor", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/porch-ceiling.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "November 14, 2013", "dateModified": "December 04, 2024", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "What kind of home remodeling company do I need to hire? 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Here's how to choose the right one." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/interior-renovation-a-cure-for-the-dysfunctional-layout.html" }, "headline": "Interior Renovation: A Cure For the \"Dysfunctional\" Kitchen Layout", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/kitchen-reconfiguration-1.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "October 29, 2013", "dateModified": "December 04, 2024", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "In kitchen remodeling, interior renovation and reconfiguration can work wonders to open up and maximize functionality of the space by improving the kitchen layout" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/why-you-need-a-kitchen-designer.html" }, "headline": "Why You Need A Kitchen Designer", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/kitchen-cabinet-w-floating-door.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "October 25, 2013", "dateModified": "September 29, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Do you need a kitchen designer for your kitchen remodeling project? This Q&A with three top kitchen designers reveals the kitchen design principles that guide their work every day." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/what-a-kitchen-designer-does-for-you.html" }, "headline": "What a Kitchen Designer Does For You", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/kitchen-gray-and-white.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "October 16, 2013", "dateModified": "September 29, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Do we need a kitchen designer for our Alexandria, Virginia kitchen remodeling project? 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" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/interior-renovation-and-reconfigure.html" }, "headline": "Interior Renovation & Reconfigure", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/interior-renovation-reconfiguration.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 16, 2013", "dateModified": "December 04, 2024", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Interior renovation costs less than building a home addition. 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We grilled them about the value of their services for a homeowner pla" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-additions-in-chevy-chase-maryland.html" }, "headline": "Planning A Home Addition In Chevy Chase", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/home-addition-in-progress-300x278.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 25, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "When planning a home addition in Chevy Chase Maryland, county regulations require that you also plan a "home" for the rain water your new addition is going to displace." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/its-exciting-then-it-isnt-then-it-is.html" }, "headline": "Home Remodeling: It's Exciting Then It Isn't Then It Is", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC04071.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 24, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Home remodeling can be a bit of an emotional roller coaster--even when all goes according to plan. We get that." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-task-areas.html" }, "headline": "Kitchen Task Areas & the Work Triangle", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 23, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "The effectiveness of a kitchen layout makes or breaks the kitchen design.The kitchen layout determines the location of task areas and the logic of work flow. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/de-mystifying-interior-design.html" }, "headline": "De-Mystifying Interior Design", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/Sroka-transitional-living-room.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 22, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "A guiding principle of interior design that most designers follow, is the discovery of thematic relationships that tie rooms together and at the same time set them apart" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-color-under-glass.html" }, "headline": "Kitchen Color Under Glass", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/Lichtman-kit-1.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 21, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Kitchen Color Under Glass" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/integrated-design-build-works.html" }, "headline": "Integrated Design Build Works", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC03820.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 18, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Our integrated design build approach to home remodeling works because the design group, the build group and the project management group have spent years developing a way of working together. They speak the same language and uphold the same standards of excellence. In a complex home remodeling program that calls for room additions and significant structural reconfiguration, this is the way to keep it all together." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-kitchen-layout-alphabet.html" }, "headline": "The Kitchen Layout Alphabet", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/kaufman-after-842x1024.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 17, 2012", "dateModified": "November 20, 2024", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "The modern kitchen layout emphasizes an open plan. Instead of the kitchen being a small, isolated room in the back of the house, modern kitchen design puts it center stage" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-layouts-the-modern-galley.html" }, "headline": "Kitchen Layouts: The Modern Galley Kitchen", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/West-1fl-511x1024.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 17, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Modern kitchen design layouts have trended strongly toward open floor plans. However, galley kitchens and kitchenettes, offer extraordinary efficiency for their limited size. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/condo-bath-remodel-tricks-to-make-the-most-of-small-space.html" }, "headline": "Condo Bathroom Remodeling: Tricks to Make the Most of Small Space", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC04370.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 16, 2012", "dateModified": "December 04, 2024", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "The quality results of this condo bathroom remodeling project are tied to the design build approach that provided a thru-line for this home remodeling project." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-collaborative-factor-in-design-build.html" }, "headline": "When Four L's Make a U", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/McDaniels-1.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 14, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "A design-build approach to kitchen remodeling benefits from lively collaboration among all the players. That is, the architect, the kitchen designer, the client and (later on) the carpentry staff. 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They are part of a smooth, coherent renovation process" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-architect-in-design-build-part-two.html" }, "headline": "The Architect In Design Build Part Two", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/King-Final-12-16-11-039.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 10, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "What process does a design build architect go through to design a home addition that both stands out from and harmonizes with the existing architectural design of the house." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-architect-in-design-build-remodeling.html" }, "headline": "The Architect In Design Build Part One", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/King-Final-12-16-11-039.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 09, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "For an architect working in the context of residential design build firm, studying the architectural character of a home he is about to renovate is at the core of every project. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/our-tiny-kitchen-remodelingproject.html" }, "headline": "Our Tiny Condo Kitchen Remodeling Project", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/01a.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 08, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "In condo kitchen remodeling, size does not matter. Large space or small, the design process is the same. The trick is to make a small space feel as open as it can possibly be" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-additions-indoors-and-out.html" }, "headline": "Home Additions Indoors and Out", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/Lynes_02.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 07, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "When this two-story home addition was done, the homeowners loved it. But something was missing. They wanted the design of the outdoors to complement the design of the indoors" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/solid-surface-or-natural-stone.html" }, "headline": "Solid Surface or Natural Stone", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/2-concrete-countertop-kitchen-island-204x300.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 04, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Should you choose solid surface material or natural stone for your kitchen countertops? There are now many more types of kitchen countertop materials to choose from. Most of our clients still choose natural stone. Some types are porous and need to be professionally sealed and maintained because they are vulnerable to staining. Solid surface material is non porous and therefore does not stain." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/stand-by-you.html" }, "headline": "Stand By You", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/2-fireplace-Bassin-300x223.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 03, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "When you are the client in a Gilday Renovations design build remodeling project, we stand by you. Why is that? Because our work and our client relationships are based on fairness and good will. Because of our unspoken extended warranty. Eight years later even. Here's a story." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/coloring-your-kitchen.html" }, "headline": "Coloring Your Kitchen", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/1V9B4571-300x201.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 02, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Coloring Your Kitchen" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/curb-appeal.html" }, "headline": "Curb Appeal", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/4-15-11-001.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 01, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Does your house have curb appeal? If not, it's easy to fix. An entry porch addition can really dress up the front of your house and it's worth it." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/choosing-kitchen-colors.html" }, "headline": "Choosing Kitchen Colors", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/color-2.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 30, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "In kitchen design, the dominant colors are anchored by the choice of cabinets and counter tops. The wall colors and back splash tile provide pivotal accents in the color scheme." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/what-design-build-is.html" }, "headline": "What Design Build Is", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC04032.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 27, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Residential design build is about seamless integration of all resources, people and processes involved in a complex home renovation project. The design build approach to home renovation is one in which all the key players share a common vision and way of working. The architects, interior designers and construction staff are committed to that process every day on every renovation project. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/under-cabinet-kitchen-lighting-with-led.html" }, "headline": "Under Cabinet Kitchen Lighting With LED", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 26, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "One of the benefits of using LED instruments for your kitchen lighting design is their versatility. LEDs come in three forms: puck lights, rectangular strips, and flexible tape" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/lighting-our-kitchens-the-led-is-in-the-lead.html" }, "headline": "Lighting Our Kitchens: The LED Is In the Lead", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 25, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "LED lamps are now the designers' choice for kitchen lighting design. Although LED lamps are more expensive. They produce true light, like daylight, use less energy and last longer" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/mercury-rising-the-way-of-kitchen-lights.html" }, "headline": "Mercury Rising: The Way of Kitchen Lights", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 24, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "A big change is coming in kitchen lighting: the compact fluorescent lamp is replacing incandescents lamps. Incandescents are infamous for using a lot of power to produce a little bit of light--and they don't last very long. It's been said that the incandescent lamp is most effective at producing heat. Light is just a by product of their output. So now, finally, there is something better." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-lighting-design.html" }, "headline": "Kitchen Lighting Design", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/traditional-white-kitchen-design-1024x682.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 23, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "A well planned kitchen lighting design is key to the success of your kitchen renovation project. And it's the kitchen designer--not the electrician--is in charge of lighting." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/transitional-kitchen-collision-of-design-styles.html" }, "headline": "Transitional Kitchen Design: A Collision of Design Styles?", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/021.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 20, 2012", "dateModified": "November 13, 2024", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "What is a "transitional" kitchen design? It's an eclectic design style that uses elements from traditional and contemporary kitchen design to make something new and unexpected." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-design-trend-alert-gray-its-the-new-something" }, "headline": "Kitchen Design Trend Alert: Gray! It's the New.... Something", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/1a.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 19, 2012", "dateModified": "December 04, 2024", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "One of ten kitchen design trends listed in the National Kitchen and Bath Association trend report is about gray in the kitchen color pallet." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/design-build-remodeling-brings-order-to-chaos.html" }, "headline": "Home Remodeling Brings Order to Chaos", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC04024.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 18, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "In the design build method of home remodeling, the family's comfort and the security of their property is built into the project plan" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/live-with-it.html" }, "headline": "Live With It? Never In Design Build", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC04169.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 17, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "A design build approach to bathroom remodeling anticipates and manages the details that a careless or hurried remodeler might over look. Expect better than just good enough " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/integrated-design-build-and-bath-remodeling.html" }, "headline": "Integrated Design Build and Bath Remodeling", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC038221.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 16, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "In a design build approach, the designing, planning, constructing and managing of every home remodeling project is seamlessly integrated at every phase." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/making-a-condo-look-and-feel-like-home.html" }, "headline": "Condo Renovation in Glover Park DC", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC03934-1.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 13, 2012", "dateModified": "September 24, 2025", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "When remodeling an older condo unit we encounter many of the same problems as we do when we remodel an older home--only smaller and bigger. What I mean is, the space is usually smaller. So the problems feel bigger. What can we do? We can be very clever about maximizing the space we have. With a well thought out interior design plan and detailed craftsmanship we can overcome the most vexing limitations" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-minimalist-kitchen-takes-some-unexpected-turns.html" }, "headline": "A Transitional Style Kitchen Remodel Takes Some Unexpected Turns", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC03924.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 12, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "This kitchen remodeling project demonstrates how characteristics of contemporary and traditional design can be artfully combined into what designers refer to as "transitional" style. The Northern European owner's preference for minimalism translated into a cool color palette, sleek appliance profiles and clean lines." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/when-an-addition-doesnt-add-enough.html" }, "headline": "When An Addition Doesn't Add Up", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/041.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 11, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "There is a big advantage that comes with building a home addition: Adding space, the right amount of space, provides an opportunity for architect and interior designer to correct problems with the existing house. So you gain the additional room you need AND the old part of the house is improved in the process. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/putting-the-design-in-designer-kitchens.html" }, "headline": "Putting the Design in Designer Kitchens", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/01.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 10, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "A smart kitchen designer makes a thorough assessment of the limitations and possibilities of a space. As client and designer develop a vision for the new kitchen, the designer will keep what works, fix what doesn't, change what can be changed and finesse those elements that can't reasonably be changed. That often plays out in a carefully drawn series of small revisions that add up to a transformational effect." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-new-addition-to-the-house.html" }, "headline": "A New Addition to the House", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC03851-650x468.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 09, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "A home addition can have a transformational effect on the overall look of your house as well as how you enjoy living in it. Mid construction, it isn't always clear how the finished addition will look. Taking a sound design-build approach is your guarantee of getting an addition that is beautiful inside and outside." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/sweating-the-small-stuff-thats-design-build.html" }, "headline": "Sweating the Small Stuff: That's Design Build", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC03761.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 06, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Near completion of a kitchen remodeling project in McLean Virginia, the design build team is meeting at the job site to discuss final details with the homeowner. This is an exclusive benefit that design build offers to a client. All the key players in the design and construction departments are talking to each other and the client to ensure every detail is exactly as the client expects." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/luxury-kitchen-decor-finishing-touch.html" }, "headline": "Luxury Kitchen Decor: Finishing Touch", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_0778.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 05, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "The kitchen design "style triangle" formed by cabinets, countertops and backsplash selections set the aesthetic course for a new kitchen. Most clients choose cabinets and counter tops right away but usually need help with the backsplash design. Should we go colorful and bold with the backsplash or let it play a secondary role? The kitchen designer helps the client make choices that contribute to a balanced picture overall." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-other-kitchen-triangle.html" }, "headline": "The Other Kitchen Triangle", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 04, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "In addition to the kitchen work triangle modern kitchen design incorporates a style triangle. This has to do with the visual impression composed of three key components: cabinets, countertops and backsplash. Other details (wall & trim color, flooring, cabinet knobs and pulls) that the final touch on it all. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-sixties-rancher-transformed-by-design-build.html" }, "headline": "A Sixties Rancher Transformed By Design Build", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/ranch-home-pop-up-addition-Mclean-Va-1024x573.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 03, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Our custom design builds thrive in the Washington DC metropolitan area. Here is how we redesigned a typical 1960's ranch style home in McLean Virginia." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-bath-remodel-with-something-old-new-and-borrowed.html" }, "headline": "A Bathroom Remodel With Something Old, New and Borrowed", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_0783-1.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "April 02, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "For their bathroom remodel, these Chevy Chase homeowners wanted to install an antique chandelier that came from the powder room in a beloved former home in Cleveland." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-bath-remodel-just-for-fun.html" }, "headline": "A Bathroom Remodel Just for Fun", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/Osborne-pwdr.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 30, 2012", "dateModified": "February 13, 2025", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "A powder room bath remodel is not the place to practice restraint. It is the place for home remodeling extravagance. Have fun." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/why-design-build.html" }, "headline": "Why Design Build?", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC03736.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 29, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "In a complex renovation project, unexpected issues are bound to come up. When they do, decisions have to made and sometimes quickly. That's why direct communication between the construction staff on site and the design staff back at the office is imperative. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-cabinets-they-dont-make-them-like-they-used-to.html" }, "headline": "Kitchen Cabinets--They Don't Make Them Like They Used To", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/Levine-07.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 28, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Kitchen Cabinets--They Don't Make Them Like They Used To. Check out this example of a kitchen remodel in Chevy Chase MD. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/bath-remodeling-melissas-tiny-powder-room.html" }, "headline": "Bath Remodeling: Melissa's Tiny Powder Room", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/1-Levine-pwdr-B4.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 27, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "In bathroom remodeling, powder rooms are the place to have a little fun. Go through stacks of home magazines. Rip out your favorite photos and them over to your bath designer. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/bather-bath-tub-fall-through-bathroom-floor.html" }, "headline": "Bather, Bath Tub Fall Through Bathroom Floor", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_0763.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 26, 2012", "dateModified": "December 04, 2024", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "An example of "bad" bathroom remodeling where structural support under the bath tub was cut to make room for new pipes. That could cause floor tile to crack or pipe joints to leak." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/making-a-little-bath-a-little-bigger.html" }, "headline": "Making A Little Master Bath A Little Bigger", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC03162.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 23, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Your bathroom is too small but you don't have the budget for an addition. How do we use bathroom remodeling to get more useful space out of a small bathroom? Here's how it's done" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/interior-renovations-define-and-refine.html" }, "headline": "Interior Renovations Define and Refine", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/Horner-Dorsey-049.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 22, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Washington DC home remodeling projects that focus on interior renovation can modernize flawed floor plans and upgrade architectural details in an otherwise a drab interior" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/home-remodeling-design-craftsmanship.html" }, "headline": "Home Remodeling: Design & Craftsmanship", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 21, 2012", "dateModified": "January 19, 2018", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "When we talk about the fine points of home additions we tend to make it all about the designers. In fact, a design plan is just the beginning. This short video demonstrates how our craftsman are superb at carefully thinking through complex construction programs, as well as crafting ingenious solutions on the fly." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/rustic-kitchens-tuscan-style.html" }, "headline": "Rustic Kitchens: Tuscan Style", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/tuscan-13.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 19, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "This rustic style kitchen design celebrates Tuscany. Tuscan style favors a brawny, earthy look--the look of a space that has been around for a long time and has been well lived in. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/a-sweet-master-suite-addition.html" }, "headline": "A Sweet Master Suite Addition", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/room-additions-dc-2nd-fl.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 16, 2012", "dateModified": "December 04, 2024", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Creative design and planning make the difference between home additions that turn out like a big box stuck on the back of your house or an elegant addition that fits perfectly" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/aieeee-the-room-addition-that-got-away.html" }, "headline": "Aieeee! 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The Room Addition That Got Away" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/your-home-love-it-or-leave-it.html" }, "headline": "Your Home: Love It Or Leave It", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/chevy-chase-home-addition-1024x682.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 13, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Should you invest in a home addition and renovation? Or would it be more cost effective to move and buy a new house? Money may not be as important as you might think. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-design-styles-forty-years-later.html" }, "headline": "Kitchen Design Styles: Forty Years Later", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/comp-1.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 12, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "This kitchen remodel in progress in McLean, VA is a perfect example of how kitchen design styles have evolved over time as kitchen designers discover and employ new techniques" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/how-much-should-you-spend-on-a-kitchen.html" }, "headline": "How Much Should You Spend On A Kitchen?", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/levine-1-300x225.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 09, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "How Much Should You Spend On A Kitchen?" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/its-only-a-porch-why-does-it-cost-so-much.html" }, "headline": "It's Only A Porch: Why Does It Cost So Much?", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC023851-225x300.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 08, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "If you are collecting renovation photos with the idea of adding a porch to your home, consider this: the more beautiful it looks the more it will cost. There's a good reason why" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/interior-renovation-the-un-addition.html" }, "headline": "Interior Renovation: The Un-Addition", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/1-master-bath-remodel-chevy-chase-199x300.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 07, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Interior renovation employs clever space planning and room reconfiguration to achieve optimal space and functionality--without building a room addition." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-great-granite-counter-top-takeover-is-it-over.html" }, "headline": "The Great Granite Counter Top Takeover--Is it Over?", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 06, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Granite was not always the go-to kitchen countertop material. It used to be a locally produced resource that was expensive to mine, cut and ship. In the 90's the granite counter tops were as rare in kitchen design as they are commonplace today. What made it possible was globalization." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/renovate-home-renovation-cost-washington-dc.html" }, "headline": "Renovate or Relocate? The Cost of Home Renovation", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/house-money-pile-300x282.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "March 05, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Should you renovate your home or buy a new one? How to weigh the cost/value of investing in a home addition and renovation over the costs of moving and buying new house. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/learning-to-build-a-kitchen-by-taking-it-apart.html" }, "headline": "Learning to Build a Kitchen by Taking It Apart", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/kitchen-deconstruction-11-300x255.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "February 24, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Demolition is the first step in any kitchen remodeling project. Though sledge hammers and wrecking bars may be employed at times, demolition is mostly a methodical process of deconstruction. Some materials can be reused. Old kitchen cabinets and counter tops may begin a second life in the basement or garage where we can always use a little extra storage or work space. Most everything that can't be reused can be recycled." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/zombie-kitchen-a-k-a-dream-kitchen-not.html" }, "headline": "Zombie Kitchen (a Bad Dream Kitchen)", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/zombie-kitchen-300x276.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "February 21, 2012", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "How do you get from a nightmarishly bad kitchen to a dream kitchen design? First, you have to wake up and realize your kitchen doesn't work anymore. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/room-additions-that-go-against-the-grain.html" }, "headline": "Home Additions That Go Against the Grain", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/Lichtman-1a.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "January 30, 2012", "dateModified": "November 20, 2024", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Most people want their home addition to blend with the architectural style of their house. This remodeling project was a face off between contemporary and traditional styles. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/little-additions.html" }, "headline": "Little Additions", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/malek-1.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "January 13, 2012", "dateModified": "November 13, 2024", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Home additions come in all sizes--some you might not even think of as additions because they are so small. But a "little" addition is a design solution we often employ to gain big benefits. In this project, the problem is: not enough seating space in the kitchen. Here's how a little addition made a big difference in the functionality of this kitchen. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/new-additions-blur-the-line-between-indoors-and-out.html" }, "headline": "New Home Additions Blur the Line Between Indoors and Out", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/MacKinnon-ext.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "December 08, 2011", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Luxury porch design project are gaining popularity in the category of home additions. The example here is a large wrap around deck that is being converted into a luxury porch." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/we-dont-want-a-big-addition-taking-up-our-yard.html" }, "headline": "We Don't Want A Big Addition Taking Up Our Yard!", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/exterior-1500-1024x761.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "November 30, 2011", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Some homeowners don't want a big home addition taking over their backyard. A well designed addition can solve space problems beautifully without taking up a lot of space" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/small-additions-that-make-a-big-difference.html" }, "headline": "A Little Addition Makes a Big Difference", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC02563.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "November 28, 2011", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Can a small sized home addition work as well as a large one? Yes. Additions come in all sizes and serve as many purposes. Sometimes the least of these can have a big impact on curb appeal. Here is one we've got under construction right now. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-new-family-room-addition-is-a-porch.html" }, "headline": "The New Family Room Addition Is... a Porch", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/lichtman-7.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "November 17, 2011", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "A new generation of luxury porches is bringing indoor aesthetics and comfort to the great outdoors. Porch additions have become nearly as popular as family room addition. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/why-remodel-a-perfectly-good-kitchen" }, "headline": "Why Remodel a Perfectly Good Kitchen?", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/Osborne-317.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "September 26, 2011", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Why remodel a perfectly good kitchen? Because, although the old kitchen looked nice enough, it did not perform optimally for people who love to socialize and make meals together. Learn the reasons behind this uncommon strategy of kitchen design and remodeling." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/integrated-design-building-your-addition-successfully.html" }, "headline": "Integrated Design: Building Your Addition Successfully", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC0170-300x246.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "August 25, 2011", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Building home additions requires the expertise of a specialty firm, one that is capable of the planning and the logistics needed to bring a complex design to a successful outcome." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-design-making-room-for-an-island.html" }, "headline": "Kitchen Design: Making Room For An Island", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/iturregui-plan-AB.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "June 01, 2011", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Kitchen Design: Making Room For An Island" }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-design-redesigned-reconfigured.html" }, "headline": "Kitchen Design: Kitchen Reconfigured", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/fineberg-10-plans-AB.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 31, 2011", "dateModified": "December 04, 2024", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "In kitchen design, we can sometimes proceed with an interior renovation approach and reconfigure existing space to make it work better rather than add new (a room addition). " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/residential-design-build-is-is-what-is-it.html" }, "headline": "Design Build for Home Additions Is... Is... What Is It?", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/addition-hofheimer.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 25, 2011", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "The design build methodology offers the ideal way to navigate the complexities of home additions projects because it delivers thorough planning and smooth construction processes." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/the-kitchen-addition-when-bad-things-happen-to-good-houses.html" }, "headline": "The Kitchen Addition: When Bad Things Happen To Good Houses", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/02-before-exterior-300x222.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 24, 2011", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "In home remodeling we sometimes encounter what we call a "band-aid" remodeling job that must be deconstructed and rebuilt. In this example, a "quicky" kitchen addition had created space on the interior for a powder room and informal dining area. It got the job done for the previous residents, but left unexamined a jumble of functional limitations that were causing a lot of problems for the new owners." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/we-flipped-the-switch.html" }, "headline": "Change: Sometimes It's Easy", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/CLCstamp_windpower-231x300.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 20, 2011", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Gilday Renovations recently flipped the switch and became a 100% wind powered remodeling company. The choice is in sync with a core value expressed in our approach to residential design: simplicity. Think about it. The air moves, the rotor blades spin, and the turbines convert wind energy into electrical energy. That helps reduce the demand for coal or nuclear generated power and encourages growth in the green economy." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/kitchen-design-one-room-is-better-than-two.html" }, "headline": "Kitchen Design: One Room Is Better Than Two", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/0-kitchen-reconfigure-1.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 19, 2011", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "This custom kitchen design and remodeling in Arlington made a small kitchen much larger by removing walls to adjacent rooms, combining two rooms into one luxurious, spacious new kitchen. " }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/bath-design-more-than-meets-the-eye.html" }, "headline": "Bathroom Design -- It's So Much More Than Meets the Eye", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/beforeAfter-plan1.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 13, 2011", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "Successful bathroom designs require a lot of thought and precision planning to make the best possible use of what is almost always a limited amount of space." }, { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.gilday.com/design-build-dc-blog/top-remodelers.html" }, "headline": "Top Remodelers", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Imported_Blog_Media/top-remodeler-150-300x197.jpg", "height": 800, "width": 800 }, "datePublished": "May 13, 2011", "dateModified": "October 01, 2021", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Kevin Gilday" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Gilday Renovations", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/4060073/Gilday-Nov2017/Image/H_Logo.jpg" } }, "description": "The 2011 design and remodeling issue of Washingtonian Magazine recognized the talented craftsmen who ensure the success of our home remodeling projects in Washington DC." } ] } ```