The city of San Diego was founded in 1769. In the 250 years that followed, the area has grown, evolved, and embraced almost every architectural style imaginable. Thankfully, much of that historic architecture still stands, giving the city its distinctive feel.

Historical preservation is a source of civic pride, but it creates complications for homeowners who commit to living in older homes. Due to age, many of these homes need updates and improvements. Their historical status, however, restricts some types of home improvement projects. It’s important for anyone currently or potentially living in a historical home to understand their renovation options.

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When you’re remodeling a bathroom or kitchen, you have a lot of choices to make. One of the most challenging is the type of countertops you’ll select. In addition to weighing options based on budget, you’ll also want to consider your lifestyle and how the countertops will be used. For example, do you entertain a lot (wine spills can spell disaster for some materials)? Are you a home chef that needs countertops that can withstand high temperatures? Or is the aesthetic look of the countertops your primary concern? For many it comes down to making the choice between quartz vs. granite countertops.  Picking out the …

One of the best ways to gain additional space on your property is through a granny flat construction or remodeling project. Using this smart design option involves converting the home’s garage space into living space, which enhances the value of your home in a cost-effective manner.

Converting a Garage to Living Space

Because a garage often is an open area, it works well for remodeling into living space. You almost have a clean slate with this type of remodel, giving you the ability to create a custom space that has the perfect luxury features to meet your needs. Here are some pros and cons to …

Should I stay or should I go? It’s a question almost all homeowners ask after a few years in the same space. Most houses aren’t perfect. But is the solution to remodel the existing floor plan or move to a different home? Both options have advantages and disadvantages, and the answer is different for every homeowner. Only you can determine which option is better for yourself, your family, and your home. Before you decide whether to remodel or move, ask yourself these questions:

Do You Truly Love Your Home?

People develop sentimental connections to their homes. The spaces are filled with fond memories and surrounded …

Typically you renovate your home to make it more stylish or spacious. What if you also made it smarter at the same time? Thanks to technologies like wireless internet and connected devices, you can enhance your home with artificial intelligence. It may sound like something from the Jetsons, but it really just makes your lifestyle more convenient and comfortable.

Smart home technology has advanced a lot in recent years while also becoming simpler and more affordable. Almost any home can now incorporate next-generation capabilities. And once they’re in place you’ll wonder how you ever lived without smart home technology. Here are five options that seriously …

Finding the best kitchen appliances isn’t as simple as Googling “best kitchen appliances” and picking the dishwasher, oven, or refrigerator with the best reviews. Why? Because what’s best for one person could be just satisfactory for you. For example, let’s say you look up the best oven and discover numerous lists that say that one particular high-end range is the best option. It has two ovens, six burners, and is very traditional looking. However, your home has a smallish kitchen, you rarely cook for more than two people, and your preferred style is very modern. The oven has great reviews, but it’s not right for …

Kitchen designs range from classical to contemporary, with a whole myriad of options in between. When choosing the right kitchen style for your home you need to think about two key things: the styles you like and the styles that will work in your home.

The days are getting cooler and the nights are getting longer, these signs can only mean one thing…holiday season is coming. As the holiday decorations start making their way into your local shops and into your shopping cart, it’s common to get the urge to think about more large-scale decorating options. If these are small changes then it might feasible to get your home updated by this year’s holiday period. If these decorating projects are actually whole room or full house remodels, you’ll probably be tempted to put off planning your remodel until after the holiday period. However, what many people don’t realize is that …

Choosing kitchen cabinets is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when it comes to planning your kitchen remodel. Kitchen cabinets set the style and feel for the whole kitchen but the amount of choices you need to make to settle on your ideal cabinets can feel overwhelming. Lars Remodeling & Design is here to help. We’ve put together the ultimate guide to choosing kitchen cabinets to help you through the available options including cabinet bases, door materials, door styles, fixtures, fittings, and additional features.

When Deciding on Kitchen Cabinets Start With a Layout

Before choosing your kitchen cabinets you should have a clear …

Remodeling the exterior of your property is a like a puzzle, where each piece fits together to create the beautiful finished home. Whether you’re planning on a full exterior remodel or just updating a key feature, you’ll need to think about these three areas before starting: