What if you love your location but feel less enthusiastic about your living space?
When you live in a picturesque, family-friendly community like Camp Hill – included in PennLive’s list of “best places to live” in Pennsylvania – it’s easy to understand why you’re not eager to move. But what if your affection for the area doesn’t extend to your own home? If this rings true for you, now may be the perfect time to address your dwelling’s downfalls and remodel.
We asked our designers to share the complaints clients bring up most frequently and how to fix the issues. You never know. One of their suggestions may turn your ho-hum house into your dream home. To get you started, here are some insights from HKB Designers Andrea Woodall and Patti Vogel.
Solution: Remove a wall. Older homes often have cramped, closed off kitchens that are short on storage, counter space, and room for guests. Knock down a wall or two and expand into a formal dining room. This creates a spacious kitchen with improved flow and gives you room for an island with seating. Just be sure to hire an experienced remodeling and design firm you can trust to ensure the job is done correctly.
Solution: Expand into an adjacent room. Remodel your master bedroom and bath by using an existing but unused room. The result is a personalized space that fits your needs, tastes, and lifestyle. The opportunities are endless. For example, add a walk-in closet with storage options and a luxurious walk-in shower with multiple showerheads. If you’re tired of that corner tub, no problem. Many of our clients prefer a freestanding soaking tub instead. For even greater comfort, add a cozy seating area, a romantic fireplace, and heated floors in the master bath to chase away the chill on cold winter mornings.
Solution: Use multiple lights for layers of lighting. Counting on one fixture to light an entire space – even if it’s small – can leave the space feeling too dim. Instead, you should use the four types of lighting in every room. Here’s a brief description:
The four types should all be used together to create a space that not only is lit throughout but can also change as needed. Consider putting hardwired fixtures on a dimmer so you can vary the light level and mood.
There you have it: the home complaints our designers hear most often. If you love your location but feel less enthusiastic about your home, why not get started on one of the remodeling projects above. Consider using a reputable design-build firm in Central Pa like Harrisburg Kitchen & Bath. Our team can help you navigate the entire process from design, through fixture and appliance selection, to final installation. We’re here for you!
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Industry Experience: My father has run his own construction company since 1992, and because of this I have been involved in the remodeling industry nearly my whole life. I’ve been with HKB since 2018.
Favorite Part of Your Job: I truly love helping people – whether by keeping things organized behind the scenes, ensuring we have everything we need for each project, or assisting with creative problem-solving. It brings me so much joy to be part of such a great team who are passionate about improving people’s lives by reimagining their living spaces!!
Fun Fact About You: I’m a self-published author, a self-taught artist, and a gigantic Star Wars nerd.
Industry Experience: Starting in 2008, I have been in the construction and remodeling industry in multiple capacities: project coordination, management, design, and sales. I have been with HKB since 2020.
Favorite Part of Your Job: I greatly enjoy getting to know our customers and being a part of their kitchen and bath transformations. It’s an honor to be a trusted partner and see the impact that our team's hard work has on someone’s home.
Fun Fact About You: I’ve tap danced nearly my whole life and have been awarded national recognition. I’ve also recently added dance instructor to my tap experience by teaching and choreographing locally for the last two years.
Industry Experience: I have been in the business as a designer and sales person since 1986, and I have been with HKB since 2020.
Favorite Part of Your Job: To be challenged to create something the homeowner never expected and absolutely loves!
Fun Fact About You: Enjoys golfing, playing poker, and cigars!
Industry Experience: Since entering the kitchen & bath industry in 1988, I have worked in all aspects of the industry including manufacturing, design/sales, representing independent manufacturers, and owning a retail kitchen & bath showroom. I have been working with or employed by Harrisburg Kitchen & Bath since 2020.
Favorite Part of Your Job: Helping customers make their dream spaces come to life! Especially enjoy working with older homes from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Fun Fact About You: I enjoy traveling to other parts of the world. Most recently visited Australia in 2019. I have been to all continents except Antarctica! Next on my bucket list.
