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So far Katie Newell has created 12 blog entries.

Bathroom Remodel Planning: What to Know Before You Begin

By |2026-02-04T07:09:35-08:00February 4th, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

Bathroom Remodel Planning: What to Know Before You Begin Bathroom remodel planning is the process of thinking through how your bathroom should function, feel, and adapt over time before any design or construction decisions are made. In a home, the bathroom affects daily routines, privacy, comfort, and long term usability. When planned intentionally, a bathroom

Why Natural Light Matters in Home Design

By |2026-01-28T12:37:30-08:00January 27th, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

Why Natural Light Matters in Home Design Natural light in home design refers to the intentional use of sunlight to shape how a home feels and functions. In residential spaces, natural light influences mood, comfort, and daily rhythms. When incorporated thoughtfully, it supports well-being and helps a home feel calm, welcoming, and restorative.   What

How Home Addition Planning Shapes Long-Term Livability and Performance

By |2026-01-22T14:39:25-08:00January 21st, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

How Home Addition Planning Shapes Long-Term Livability and Performance Home addition planning determines how well new space integrates with your home, supports daily life, and performs over time. A successful addition is not defined by size alone. It depends on how privacy, accessibility, efficiency, flexibility, and natural connection are addressed early in the planning process.

How Home Maintenance Systems Protect Your House Over Time

By |2026-01-21T06:01:31-08:00January 15th, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

How Home Maintenance Systems Protect Your House Over Time Home maintenance systems work together to protect a house from moisture damage, mechanical failure, safety risks, and premature wear. These systems include water management, mechanical equipment, safety controls, and exterior interfaces. When they are maintained as a whole, rather than in isolation, they help a home

Kitchen Remodel Planning: What to Know Before You Begin

By |2026-01-14T08:04:56-08:00January 14th, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

Kitchen Remodel Planning: What to Know Before You Begin Kitchen remodel planning helps homeowners avoid unnecessary stress, cost overruns, and disruptions during construction. A successful remodel depends on thoughtful preparation, realistic expectations, and clear decision-making before any work begins. When planning is handled correctly, the result is a kitchen that functions better, lasts longer, and

Why Mood Boards Matter in Your Remodel

By |2026-01-13T08:45:15-08:00January 13th, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

Why Mood Boards Matter in Your Remodel Mood boards are visual tools that help homeowners translate ideas into a clear design direction. In homes, they affect communication, confidence, and how cohesive the final space feels. When mood boards are used intentionally during a remodel, they reduce confusion, support better selections, and help create spaces that

What Are Transitions in Home Design and Why They Matter

By |2026-01-08T08:01:54-08:00January 8th, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

What Are Transitions in Home Design and Why They Matter Transitions in home design describe how people move between spaces, nature, and daily life within a home. In residential design, these transitions influence how connected, present, and restored occupants feel. When considered intentionally, transitions shape a home into a place that supports well-being, comfort, and

Modern Contemporary Home Renovation

By |2026-01-07T13:03:34-08:00January 6th, 2026|Happy Home Blog|

Modern Contemporary Home Renovation This modern contemporary home renovation addressed the visual heaviness, inefficient layouts, and underutilized spaces typical of many late 1990s homes. Through guided planning and intentional design decisions, we helped the homeowners unify eight interior rooms, improve daily functionality, and replace wasted square footage with solutions that support how they actually live. The

Builder Grade vs. Built to Last: What Homeowners Need to Know

By |2025-12-09T14:17:17-08:00November 19th, 2025|Projects|

What Is Builder-Grade? Have you ever moved into a brand new house that looked perfect on day one, only to watch the cabinet laminate start peeling, the faucets get wobbly, or the carpet flatten out in less than two years? If that sounds familiar, you're most likely living with "builder-grade" materials. Builder-grade is the industry

Remodeling In Economic Uncertainty

By |2025-10-15T09:04:52-07:00October 13th, 2025|Projects|

Why Remodeling During Economic Uncertainty Can Still Be a Wise Decision Many homeowners find themselves wanting to wait for the “perfect” time to remodel and build their dream home. Unfortunately, there is no such thing as the perfect time. Every time you open your wallet, it feels like things cost a little bit more than

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