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Spicing Up Your Secondary Spaces

Spicing Up Your Secondary Spaces

Guest Bathroom Remodeling

When it comes to remodeling, kitchens, master bathrooms, and family rooms get all the attention! There’s no denying the functional and visual impact of a kitchen or master bathroom remodel. However, should either one come at the expense of a perfect powder bathroom? The Sea Pointe Design & Remodel team believes that spaces, both big and small, deserve the same attention to detail. Straight from our industry experts, here is how to add that wow-factor to your overlooked and under-designed small spaces.

Guest Bathroom Remodeling

Unlike a master bathroom, most guest bathroom remodels call for minimal cabinetry, fewer tiles, and less surface material. In other words, stylish guest bathroom remodels are much more manageable than you may think! The Sea Pointe Design & Remodel design team starts with statement cabinetry for an eye-catching, vibrant vanity. Such a commanding design element builds character without the need for expensive, luxury tile. In place of a shower curtain or a half-glass half-tile pony wall, frameless shower doors create the illusion of space. This imparts a huge impact on the charm of a small guest bathroom. As a finishing touch, beautiful plumbing fixtures add a sense of professional design.

Laundry Room Design

laundry room with barn door and cabinet storageTraditionally tucked away in a drab, unfrequented area of the home, laundry rooms are in serious need of design attention. Luckily for homeowners, laundry room updates don’t typically make a huge impact on the budget. Incorporating custom cabinetry for specific storage needs keeps miscellaneous laundry items off surfaces and adds organization. A countertop, however small, makes for a great folding or sorting station. Rounding out the room with a specialty design feature such as a sliding barn door or a phenomenal backsplash adds extra style.

“No one enjoys doing laundry, but there is no reason why that works space can’t be a beautiful one!”  Natalie Carr, Design Consultant

Powder Bathroom Remodel

deco style tile in hall bathroom shower and accent wallA daring tile selection brings life into even the smallest of powder bathrooms, creating a unique space that truly stands out. It is the perfect place for that fancy or whimsical tile you’ve had your eye on! Helping make sense of the endless tile options is Sea Pointe Design & Remodel design consultant, Aaron Golden. “Flipping through thousands of tiles drains every drop of excitement from the design process. I prefer to preselect a series of tiles based on color tones, textures, patterns and finishes, from which my clients can mix and match their favorites.”

 

 

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Spicing Up Your Secondary Spaces was last modified: December 18th, 2025 by Smart Marketing
Sophisticated, Functional Whole Home Remodel

Sophisticated, Functional Whole Home Remodel

Here is an inside look at a whole home remodel project that totally transformed this San Clemente house into a home suitable for family, friends and more!

Personalized Design

San Clemente Whole House RemodelingThe dynamic pairing of white painted perimeter cabinets with wood stained “Smokey Hills” island sets a sophisticated design baseline. Durable enough to withstand the countless family gatherings and dinner parties ahead. Leathered, Super White Quartzite countertops tie the two-toned kitchen cabinetry together perfectly.

Our clients specifically requested cabinetry to store the family’s Kitchen Aid mixer and cookware. They also wanted custom cabinet inserts to house the children’s snacks and organize the notorious “junk drawer”. These features serve to keep things beautiful behind the scenes. Integrating a full-size wine refrigerator into the cabinet plan was at the top of our client’s remodeling list. Wanting to add a playful element, a neutral arabesque shaped backsplash rounds out the space.

“Thoughtful design solutions, purposefully incorporated to reflect a homeowner’s lifestyle is what takes a remodel from good to great.” Carolyn Hall, Design Consultant

Family Friendly Floor Plan

San Clemente Whole House RemodelingWith a baby on the way and a love for entertaining, this San Clemente couple dreamt of a sophisticated yet comforting family-friendly space. Focusing first on the main living spaces, our clients opted to relocate the staircase that once separated the kitchen from the family room, creating a free-flowing floor plan. Second to the structural staircase relocation, widening the doorway between the family room and formal dining room furthers the open air feeling throughout the first floor. As the focal point of the room, this home’s original mantle and newly design built-in storage adds character, visual interest and texture to the fireplace facade.

Maximized Master

San Clemente Whole House RemodelThe master bathroom remodeling plan was developed to include a large double vanity, gorgeous freestanding tub, and luxury, spa-like shower. With limited secondary storage, optimizing the bathroom vanity was critical. Determined to offer the next level storage solutions, every drawer and cabinet was designed for a specific purpose. Outfitted with custom cosmetic organizers, electrical outlets and styling station inserts, everything has its place within this stunning master bathroom.

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Aging in Place Remodeling

Aging in Place Remodeling

Aging in Place RemodelingAging in place remodeling shows a homeowner’s commitment to their home. The process of age in place remodeling can be simple or more elaborate. The homeowner has the opportunity to decide what comforts are important to them and should be added to their house. These alterations can range from cosmetic remodels to amplify a contemporary aesthetic or they can be considerable changes; changes that help facilitate the owner’s living conditions and increase their quality of life.

Baby Boomers accounted for over half of the bathroom renovations done this past year. Some tangible projects these Boomers took on included changing bathroom layouts. They made them more easy to move around in and removed bathtubs. These two bathroom edits could help provide a more accessible, comfortable daily experience.

Many homeowners say they have altered the style of their bathroom in efforts to make it more contemporary. According to surveys, bathrooms with a farmhouse aesthetic have jumped in popularity. There is endless inspiration out there for farmhouse themed bathrooms. Popular additions to invoke a chic farm feel include adding rustic wood details, a clawfoot bathtub, basin sinks, shaker cabinets, and using neutral colors throughout. If you are looking to treat yourself and try the finer things in life you might want to consider a one-piece toilet, dual showers, or even a rainfall shower.

Simple Kitchen and Bathroom Updates

A super simple way to freshen up a kitchen or a bathroom is altering counter knobs. Purchasing a more modern, easier to use knob can greatly enhance the overall appearance of your kitchen or bathroom with minimal labor. Some of the most popular finishes for knobs include brushed nickel and sleek polished chrome. A classic kitchen or bathroom look will likely include a dual undermount sink, however by changing your sink to a vessel sink or a farmhouse sink you can make your kitchen or bathroom look more contemporary. However, it is important to note that a shallow sink may be more functional for some.

Aging In Place Kitchen Remodeling

Ease of use is key in the kitchen to ensure cooking remains fun and hassle-free. The most important aspect of the kitchen in aging in place remodeling is maneuverability. Play with layouts and remove obstructions if needed to provide clearance in doorways and enough space to move around from cabinet to cabinet.

Speaking of cabinets, lowering them could be a wonderful alteration to allow homeowners to smoothly access all their groceries and cooking ware. If lowering your cabinets is not feasible, another option is installing a pull-down shelf. To make things even easier you can also opt for pull-out cabinets. Both pull-down and pull-out cabinetry offer more maneuverability and foster easier access to the hard to reach corners of cabinets. Utilizing these styles of cabinetry will make cooking safer and easier.

Rounded edges on kitchen counters are both chic and safe. An easy antidote for colliding with pointy counter edges is selecting beautiful, contemporary round-edged countertops for your kitchen. A quick and easy alteration for your kitchen could be relocating the microwave to a counter level spot. So often microwaves are plastered high above our heads just in arms reach, however you can opt to move your microwave to counter height or even lower.

If you are considering aging in place remodeling be sure to look at all the options because there has been a considerable amount of growth in consideration to the aging in place demographic. Whether you are looking to spruce up your home or add ease to your daily life aging in place remodeling is the place to start.

 

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Aging in Place Remodeling was last modified: December 11th, 2025 by Smart Marketing
Common Mistakes When Renovating Older Homes : Remodeling Guide

Common Mistakes When Renovating Older Homes : Remodeling Guide

Many owners of older homes mistakenly believe that they can be their own designer, general contractor and trade specialists. HGTV, the DIY Network, Houzz.com, and other media outlets make the renovation process look effortless. Anyone who has undertaken a significant home renovation knows it’s not, even if the project just involves adding a new coat of paint to your kitchen, bath or any other room in the house. If your home was built before 1978, there is a possibility that you have paint layers containing lead. Special care must be used to strip older paint. Simply painting over an existing surface is a relatively easy job, but other cosmetic improvements that require replacing existing finishes, expanding the footprint of the space, reconfiguring electrical, plumbing, heating and ventilation should be left to a professional.

How difficult can it be to replace a faucet in an older bath or kitchen? That depends. If your faucets are older, there’s a chance that the cutouts in the surface for the faucet and knobs were sized for a different era. Today’s faucets may not accommodate those older dimensions. Our design showroom knows how to address sizing issues regardless of the age of your fixtures and home, and we’ll direct you to products that meet both the functional and aesthetic requirements of your home.

Common Remodeling Mistakes

Another common remodeling mistake that we see is efforts to refinish or replace decorative elements such as woodwork with reproductions. Too often, the newer versions are out of place and lack the quality, look, feel and staying power of the originals. Refinishing wood floors is a perfect example. If you have 50, 75 or 100 year or older wood floors, stripping them and bringing them to 21st century looks often results in the loss of character and the floor will appear out of place with the rest of your home.

Window replacement is another job that you will be best served by obtaining professional guidance. Older homes’ windows typically are not energy efficient. Windows can create drafts, so it is only natural to consider a window replacement. It’s easy to gravitate to modern vinyl or aluminum windows. They are plentiful and generally cost-effective, but they may not be the best choice for older homes. Wooden replacements, although costlier, will last longer and perform equally well or better. We have the expertise to evaluate your ability to weatherize what currently exists or to find a replacement that fits with the age of your home.

Taking advantage of smart home devices can be a challenge in older homes. Installation of smart thermostats, lighting, doorbells, security and other systems that require rewiring should be performed by licensed professionals. There are a number of manufacturers that are making smart devices with historic looks. We can help direct you to motif appropriate light fixtures, switch plates, hardware and other components. Plus there is no reason why you have to have an exposed smart thermostat. You can place the thermostat in a closet, pantry or cabinet.

Many owners of older homes come to our design showroom wanting to renovate to create an open floor plan kitchen. When we receive an open floor plan request, we evaluate the spatial design and flow and determine whether the original house had a kitchen or if it was added at a later date. If the latter is the case, there are prime opportunities to create an open floor plan that maintains the historic character of the house but offers all of the modern looks, feel and conveniences of the 21st century.

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Bathroom Remodel Design Guide : Bathtubs, Showers & Sinks

Bathroom Remodel Design Guide : Bathtubs, Showers & Sinks

During the last decade, the shower has undergone a metamorphosis, especially when considering a master bath renovation. Showers are now a focal point that set the tone for the entire bathroom. Central to the transformation of the shower has been the introduction of functional and technologically superior showerheads, light therapy (chromatherapy), aromatherapy, steam, music systems, Bluetooth applications and other products that enable homeowners to convert what was once viewed primarily as a utilitarian area into a personal design statement and in-home refuge.

Benefits of Open Floor Plans

Open floor plans have become increasingly popular in kitchen designs, great rooms, and combination rooms. Open floor plans foster family togetherness and makes a home appear larger and more spacious. The bathroom is no exception to the popularity of open floor plans, thanks to advances in shower and drain technology and performance. Because today’s drains are capable of removing tens of gallons of water without ponding, showroom professionals, designers, and their customers now have a blank canvas to use space more creatively, efficiently and safely.

Open floor plan baths can feature open showers also known as walk-in showers or curbless showers. These spaces are not restricted by the need for four walls and an opening for a separate shower stall. Open floor plan baths can make a smaller space more functional, appear larger and more aesthetically pleasing. Walk-in showers also do not require a threshold, making shower access easier for those who may be aging in place or planning to do so and those who are mobility impaired.

Consider a Channel Drain in Your Bathroom Remodel

Walk-in showers also offer a cool factor that many of our customers are not familiar with. Open and more aesthetically pleasing bathrooms are not the only benefits occasioned by new drain technology. Drains are now incorporated into tiles that can be positioned anywhere in the bath. Channel drains, also referred to as linear drains, offer similar benefits. No longer are drains required to be in the center of a sloped shower basin. These drains can be positioned almost anywhere in the bathroom.

Flexibility is one of the great benefits linear drains offer to customers. Because linear drains only need to be pitched in one direction, customers have a blank canvas to use when selecting the size and composition of their floorcovering. Another advantage is that linear drains do not limit customers to 4 by 4-inch tile or stone. Before the advent of linear drains, homeowners had to use 4 by 4-inch or smaller dimension material for the shower floor. Linear drains make it possible to specify any large format floor material for the shower floor, providing more options and a cleaner and consistent image.

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