Category: Whole House Remodels
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A Reimagined Ranch House inLos Altos
When the homeowner approached us about remodeling his 1960s ranch home, he loved the location and the home’s underlying character, but the layout no longer supported his lifestyle. His goal was to modernize the house while preserving the warmth and simplicity that make ranch homes so appealing throughout the Peninsula. The project was completed in…
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Historic Kitchen and Butler’s Pantry Remodel in San Jose
FROM THE HOMEOWNER: “Hammerschmidt Design + Build did a great job balancing our desire to be true to the history of the house with our goal to create a beautiful and functional home incorporating our transitional style. The quality of the work is outstanding.” – Brian and Wendy Brennan SEE PHOTOS AND PROJECT DETAILS When the owners…
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“Living Large in 1,100 Square Feet” The Must-See Transformation
FROM THE HOMEOWNER: “We appreciate the rear stairs, bathroom tile, stone shower, and floors; removal of library door (absence of extraneous features is a positive feature), matching of superstructure to the existing foundation (non-square issues); beautiful, stained wood window/door frames and molding—all mitered, all perfectly-matched. The overall solidity of construction- there’s nothing “fake” in the…
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Year in Review: The Most Popular Home Remodeling Trends of 2025
As we close out the year, it’s clear that home remodeling in 2025 is less about chasing the next fad and more about designing spaces that work smarter, feel better, and reflect your priorities. From eco-conscious materials to tech-savvy upgrades, here are the standout trends that defined home makeovers this year. Sustainability & Energy Efficiency…
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Smart Remodeling Ideas for Your Empty Nest
The kids are grown and have finally left the nest! This new chapter brings opportunities, newfound time, and financial resources. It is the perfect time to re-envision your living space to perfectly match your interests and future needs. Home remodeling isn’t just about making needed updates or fixing worn-out features. It’s about creating an environment…
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How to Prioritize Home Remodeling Projects
Whether you want to enhance your living space or prepare for a future sale, remodeling can make a considerable difference. It’s not just about upgrading aesthetics; it’s about making your home more comfortable, functional, and valuable. Here are five key remodeling ideas that’ll bring the most significant impact—now and later. Make a Great First Impression…
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Remodeling Return on Investment
Comparing the average cost for 35 popular remodeling projects with the value those projects retain at resale, the data in Remodeling magazine’s Cost vs. Value Report includes national and regional averages for midrange and upscale projects. At the peak of the market in 2005, on average, nearly 87% percent of remodeling costs could be recouped.…
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Eleven Design Trends for 2011
The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) surveyed more than 100 of its designer members across the country to uncover the likelihood that they would incorporate various materials and styles in their designs. The following seven top kitchen trends and four top bathroom trends emerged for 2011.
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Sign of the Times
Remodeling magazine just released their annual Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report for 2010-2011 which compares the cost of various types of remodeling projects with their resale value. It provides data for the national averages and for specific regions of the country. At the peak in remodeling value in 2005, the national average percentage of recouped…
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A Tale of Two Remodels
Check out the Hammerschmidt Construction website to view before and after photos and descriptions of two whole house remodels with additions, completed earlier this year. While the projects started out as “repairs” several years ago, they are now both completely transformed and the owners are ecstatic. Size-wise, is where they diverge. One is a two…