Category: Ideas & Inspiration
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New Year Priorities for City Living
Renovation resolutions help prioritize projects in a city home by clarifying which upgrades solve daily frustrations rather than cosmetic wants. This focus helps homeowners direct budget and time toward changes that improve function, comfort, and long-term use. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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New Year Priorities for City Living
Renovation resolutions help prioritize projects in a city home by clarifying which upgrades solve daily frustrations rather than cosmetic wants. This focus helps homeowners direct budget and time toward changes that improve function, comfort, and long-term use. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Design Tips to Have a Kitchen for Entertaining Holiday Guests
The holiday season is one of the best times to bring friends and family into your home. When everyone gathers in the kitchen, prep space, smart storage, and a clear serving path create a room that feels easy and open, as seen in many Sweeten renovations. Our guide covers layout, appliances, finishes, and lighting so…
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Bathroom for the Elderly: Design Considerations and Tips
Bathrooms often become the highest risk space as a loved one ages. Tight layouts, hard surfaces, and awkward fixtures can turn simple routines into a source of stress for families and caregivers. Our blog will help you understand the key features of senior-friendly bathrooms, so you can plan a bathroom for elderly family members that…
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Stainless Steel Kitchen: Ideas For Modern Cooks
Some common ways people use stainless steel in their kitchen include counters, integrated sinks, and appliance fronts such as ranges and dishwashers. Homeowners also choose stainless steel backsplashes and work tables to bring durable, professional style to the main cooking areas. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Butcher Block Countertops | Pros, Cons, and Maintenance
(Above) Kate and Daniel’s narrow galley kitchen with dark cabinets, white subway tile walls, and long butcher block countertops The difference between butcher block and wide plank wood countertops is how each surface uses lumber to build the slab. Butcher block is composed of many narrow strips of solid wood that are glued together with…
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Kitchen Island Ideas | 8 Trending Designs For 2026 Remodels
Kitchen islands carry more weight in many remodel plans, serving as the daily spot for cooking prep, quick meals, and casual work. Many homeowners seek out designs that are functional and accessible even in busy open layouts. For contractors on Sweeten projects, that focus shifts conversations toward size, circulation, and finishes that stay reliable long…
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Kitchen Cabinet Color Ideas | A 2026 Trend Guide
Recent data from a major cabinet manufacturer points to a quiet changing of the guard in finishes. Light-stained wood now ranks as the most preferred cabinet finish, with off-white in second place and white in third, which signals a greater comfort with natural texture and warmth. These findings set the stage for homeowners to consider…