Most homeowners strive to create the perfect home for their families. But, often their current space falls short and doesn’t function or look the way they want. When this happens, you have two options: sell and move to a home that’s better suited to your family, or remodel your current home so it fits your exact requirements.

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Most homeowners strive to create
the perfect home for their families.
But, often their current space falls
short and doesn’t function or look
the way they want. When this
happens, you have two options:
sell and move to a home that’s better
suited to your family, or remodel
your current home so it fits your
exact requirements.
10 Popular Phoenix Home
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10 Popular
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Moving is expensive and time-consuming. You
have to prepare your home before it goes on the
market, show your home to prospective buy-ers,
wait for an offer which could take many
months, then close the transaction a month or
so later. You’ll likely have to pay more to get
a new home with improved living space. And,
you may find it difficult to find a home that
|provides everything you want.
Remodeling also takes time. Depending on the
scope of your project, it almost always will take
less time to remodel than it would to
complete a home sale and purchase. In many
cases, remodeling will also be cheaper than
moving. But, the main reason to consider a
remodel is the ability to customize. You can
create a dream home and make it exactly as you
want it.

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Home makeovers come in many varieties –
from kitchen upgrades to adding a detached
casita. Here are 10 of the most popular
Phoenix home remodeling projects:
1. Kitchen Remodels – Providing a
Facelift
The number one choice for home
remodeling, kitchen upgrades and
renovations provide excellent paybacks.
In fact, several industry organizations list
kitchen remodels as providing the highest
return on investment of any remodeling
project.
Giving the kitchen a fresh look may be
all you need to make a huge difference.
A kitchen facelift might include updating
outdated design features and appliances.
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For example, a less complicated kitchen
remodel might include:
• Updating countertops to a higher-end
material like granite or marble.
• Re-facing existing cabinets to provide
a more current, quality look.
• Installing new hardwood, laminate,
travertine or tile flooring.
• Painting walls in fresh, new colors.
• Updating refrigerators, ranges, ovens
and microwaves to stainless steel.
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2. Kitchen Remodels – Major
Renovations
Because kitchens represent the gathering
place for family and friends, homeowners
want them to look great and function
efficiently. To accomplish these goals,
you may have to undertake a major
kitchen remodel.
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An extensive kitchen renovation might
include:
• Incorporating the features listed in
the previous section, such as new
countertops, flooring, paint and
appliances.
• Reconfiguring the layout to create a
larger kitchen. If your current space is
too small or doesn’t provide an efficient
flow, you can improve the layout by
eliminating walls and expanding the
footprint.
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• Replacing existing cabinets with new ones.
New cabinets make the most impact in a
kitchen remodel. In addition to an updated
look, replacing cabinets provide better
functionality, including extra storage.
Re-facing is a great option if you don’t need
additional cabinets. However, installing
new cabinets is the only viable option when
you need to add storage.
• Constructing an island provides more
counter space and another gathering area.
You can add more storage under an island
and also create eating space for casual
meals.
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3. Bathroom Remodels – Guest Powder
Room
Bathroom remodels represent the second
most popular home remodeling project.
Like kitchen remodels, new bathrooms
provide an attractive return – as much as
100% of the remodeling investment.
A particularly desirable bathroom
remodeling project involves creating a
guest powder room on a home’s main
floor. Some homes have multiple
bathrooms, but they’re situated near
bedrooms. You may want to locate a
powder room close to your entertaining
areas so your guests don’t have to go
upstairs or into the home’s sleeping areas.
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Your remodeling contractor can convert
a closet or section off space from another
room to create a guest power bathroom.
These bathrooms don’t require a lot of
space and usually need only a toilet and
sink.
4. Bathroom Remodels – Master Suite
Today, many homeowners want to create a
spa-like retreat in their master bathroom.
They want a sanctuary to escape from
their hectic days. So the focus is on
comfort and luxury.
Amenities may include features like
Jacuzzi tubs, soaker tubs, large rain
showers, multiple shower heads, steam
rooms, saunas, high-end fixtures and
more.
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Your finished project should reflect your tastes
and personal style. If you’re not likely to
soak in a tub, for example, you might want
to put more of your budget into a unique
shower. Think about how you will enjoy your
new master bath and then plan around your
anticipated use.
Keep in mind you’ll want to consider not only
what you want for a master bath escape, but
also how you will use your master suite on a
daily basis when you’re not relaxing. In other
words, make sure your master bath meets your
routine as well as special requirements.
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5. Room Additions – Enlarging the Existing
Footprint
A room addition means you’re increasing
the square footage of your existing home. If
you’ve got ample property to accommodate
an addition, enlarging your home to better fit
your family’s needs is a great option.
A new room can include a wide variety of
additional spaces. Some examples include
an attached casita. Your remodeling
contractor may add a casita-type guest room
with its own entry to the front of your home.
Other examples include new bedrooms, new
bathrooms, a home office, a bigger kitchen
or great room-- whatever expands the
home’s footprint and adds square footage.
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6. Home Additions – Building a Detached
Casita
The Phoenix area attracts lots of family and
friends to residents’ homes. With guests
visiting regularly, many homeowners want to
provide separate, private accommodations. A
detached casita with a private entrance and its
own utilities is a great home addition project
for anyone entertaining overnight guests.
Casitas typically contain a bedroom and a full
bath. Many also incorporate some level of
kitchen functionality.
Also called “mother-in-law” suites, casitas
are a growing trend in Phoenix home
remodels. They provide a wonderful space
for relatives to move into your home. You
can care for an aging parent, for example,
yet provide them with privacy and their own
“home.”
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7. Room Conversions within Existing Space
Another way to improve your home’s function
is to consider repurposing existing space.
This option may work well if your property
lacks enough outdoor area to accommodate
expanding your home’s square footage. It’s
also a more budget-friendly project since
existing utilities and structures are already in
place.
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Some ideas for creating new functional
space in your home include:
• Converting an existing attached garage
into a guestroom, nursery, bedroom, rec
room or other entertainment area.
• Enclosing an outdoor patio to create a
living area or sunroom.
• Turning a carport into an enclosed
garage.
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8. Outdoor Living Spaces – Entertaining
Guests
With exceptional weather most of the year
in the Phoenix area, homeowners like to
spend as much time as possible outside
with friends and family. But, you need an
outdoor space conducive to entertaining.
This means providing comfortable
seating, protection from the elements and
an inviting ambiance.
If your back patio is just a concrete slab,
you can look at it as a blank slate to
create an entertainment area with outdoor
fireplace, a dining area or a conversation
pit. You can also convert outdoor space
into recreational areas for games and
sports that are unique to your family’s
lifestyle.
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9. Outdoor Kitchens
Creating an outdoor kitchen has become an
increasingly popular remodeling project. For
more usable living areas, homeowners are
extending space into their backyards. No
longer just an area for a barbeque grill, the
outdoor kitchen is a fully functional room
complete with appliances, accessories and
seating.
An extension of the indoor kitchen, the
size will be determined by the outdoor
space available and the expected level of
entertaining and dining. You need to consider
a variety of things when remodeling for an
outdoor kitchen:
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• How many people do you expect to entertain
in the space at one time and where will they
eat?
• What type of cooking will you do and what
appliances will be required?
• Will you need a bar to serve drinks and other
refreshments to your guests?
• What type of seating will you need to provide
comfort and function?
• How much food preparation area will you
need?
• Where is the best place to locate your outdoor
kitchen and will it be in close proximity to
your indoor kitchen and outdoor utilities?
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10. Outdoor Living Spaces – Private
Sanctuary
Many homeowners want to enjoy peace,
quiet and beautiful scenery. So, they create
relaxation and meditation areas in their
outdoor space. With pleasant weather most
of the year, these types of spots have gained
traction in the Phoenix area.
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To take advantage of a natural setting,
homeowners can undertake a variety of
remodeling projects. A common thread in
private sanctuaries is special landscaping
to create beauty, fragrance, seclusion and
tranquility.
Many homeowners who build outdoor
sanctuaries want to use natural materials
so they feel close to nature. Some ideas
for materials and furnishings include using
different textures, rustic stone flooring,
covered pergolas and more. And, water
features are a perfect match for outdoor living
spaces. Fountains, waterfalls, ponds and
creeks producing the sound of flowing water
go hand in hand with outdoor sanctuaries.
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We’re determined to transform the
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The Dream Assurance Plan includes three
concepts:
• Design & Visualization
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Republic West Remodeling assures your
custom remodeling project will be as you
visualized throughout the entire process –
from creative design to detailed planning
to execution and construction. And, we’ll
deliver it to you within the cost and time
parameters you expect.
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For more information on home remodeling,
or to request a free, no obligation,
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About The Author
Jim Weisman is owner of Republic West Remodeling, an Arizona-based
company specializing in home remodeling: kitchens, bathrooms, room
additions, outdoor living spaces and more. For more information about
Bathroom Remodeling, visit http://www.republicwestremodeling.com today.