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Four Questions to Ask Before Building a Home Addition
Building a home addition can be a smart decision for those who love their location but simply need more living space. Before embarking on this major home renovation, though, here are four questions homeowners should ask themselves. 1. What Are Your Priorities? To answer this question, homeowners should design their ideal home from scratch without…
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A Complete Guide to Bathroom Sinks
Bathroom sinks may seem insignificant, but they can often be the focal point of the room. When deciding on changes for an upcoming bathroom remodel, it’s good to have a sense of all of the options first. Self-Rimming Sink A self-rimming sink, also known as a drop-in sink, is an easy-to-install asset that has a…
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Technology Trends for Your Kitchen
Keeping a kitchen up to date can result in major aesthetic and efficiency improvements. Check out these recent technology trends that can usher a kitchen remodel into the 21st century. Touch and Swipe Controls From phones to cars to televisions, it seems everything is becoming touchscreen these days—so why not an oven? Touchscreen accessibility is…
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Four Tips to Make a Business More Energy Efficient
Energy efficiency is at the forefront of many Americans’ minds. Whether for reasons of ethics, politics, or finances, maintaining the highest possible amount of energy efficiency is important for many businesses. Here are four doable changes to make a business more energy efficient. Choose Power Strips and Smart Lighting These are simple ways to reduce…
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Incorporating Branding Into a Commercial Remodel
Humans make countless instantaneous, subconscious judgments when they encounter a business, and first impressions can be crucial. Adding elements of branding to a commercial remodel can positively influence these judgments by communicating the business’ values and inspiring trust in clients and employees alike. Consider an Open Floor Plan Current culture places a lot of importance on values…
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Which Room Should Be Renovated First?
Before diving headfirst into a home renovation project, take some time to plan things out. While there is no right or wrong answer regarding what to renovate first, here are some suggestions. Start With the Bathrooms A great place to start, a bathroom remodel will require new fixtures. Depending on the extent of the renovation,…
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Retail Revamp: Tips for Making Your Store Shine
Location, location, location: The old saying remains true for businesses of all kinds, but potentially more important is how well a commercial space is designed and arranged. Even stores that are off-the-beaten-path can keep customers pouring in if they get the look and feel just right. Whatever a business is selling, and no matter what…
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Find the Right Furniture to Complement Your Home
Furnishing your home can be great fun when done properly. Keep the following in mind to turn the art of home furnishing into your own personal success story, fun included. Measure the Rooms Bringing home a piece of furniture that physically doesn’t fit in the room it was intended for is disappointing, to say the…
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What Comes First: Wall Color or Flooring in a Remodel?
Once the fun stuff has been taken care of—picking out a color scheme, determining the new layout, deciding on a design style—it’s time to start on the nitty-gritty work of remodeling a home. But before getting down to business, many smart homeowners find themselves pondering the big chicken-or-egg question of home renovation: Which should be…
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Residential Architecture in New Orleans Neighborhoods
The food, the music, the energy, the history—New Orleans is world-famous for a number of reasons, but perhaps the city’s biggest draw is its vibrant, diverse architecture, especially when it comes to homes. Residences in New Orleans range from cozy to opulent, traditional to quirky, and each neighborhood has its own unique style. Here’s a…
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New Orleans: Graced by Iconic Historic Buildings
In a city replete with homes and buildings noted for their history and architecture, the New Orleans list of registered historic structures is more extensive than most. Here are some of the Big Easy’s buildings and homes that have attained iconic status, reflect historic remodeling, and are magnets for visitors and locals because of it.…
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3 Tips for Branding an Office Remodel
Beginning an office remodel or commercial renovation is the perfect opportunity to incorporate branding throughout the space. Rather than relying on outdated posters and placards, businesses will have the chance to seamlessly bring their brand into the new design. Here are a few tips to help put a stamp on the entire office space. Start…
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Kitchen Remodeling: A Breakdown of Cabinet Styles
Before embarking on a kitchen remodeling project, it’s important to have a clear vision in mind. This vision should take into account the budget of the project, its expected return on investment, and of course, the finished design. There are advantages and drawbacks to every kitchen style. Here are a few of the most popular…
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Don’t Miss Some of the Best Festivals in New Orleans
Whether being dazzled by the food, catching live jazz on every street corner, or strolling the French Quarter at night, it’s pretty clear that New Orleans knows how to party. And these enticements don’t even include the dozens of annual festivals that echo the city’s culture, music, food, and historic architecture. The following are some…
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Increase Curb Appeal With These Three Plants
Landscaping in the South can be difficult to maintain unless the right plants are chosen for the design. At MLM Incorporated, the renovation and construction experts believe that the right plants can make or break the appearance of a building in New Orleans. Here are a few of the best options for the area that…
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3 Tips on How to Choose Exterior Paint Colors Wisely
Whether it’s inside, outside, or somewhere in between, selecting exterior paint colors can be daunting. For home remodeling, choosing from a palette that complements its surroundings is important, but may not be as complicated as it appears. Here are some tips on how to choose the right exterior colors. Let the Surroundings Help With home…
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Six Sophisticated 2017 Kitchen Trends
Planning a major kitchen update in 2017? These are the six kitchen trends that industry experts expect to be hot among homeowners this year. 1. Classic Black and White This kitchen palette is popular because it appeals to fans of two trendy aesthetics: rustic and modern. To get the look, juxtapose sleek white cabinets and…
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How to Tackle Retail Renovations for Your Business
When it comes to remodeling a business or retail space, making the decision can seem daunting. However, retail renovations can dramatically change the way customers view a business and may even lead to an increase in sales, revenue, and perceived value of the company. There are a few things to consider before taking the leap…
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Five Remodels That Don’t Boost Home Value
When it comes to home renovations, owners are sometimes surprised to learn that not every update increases a home’s value. These five remodeling ideas don’t tend to pay off when the house is sold. 1. Inground Swimming Pool Not only is this an expensive project ($30,000 to $75,000), it can dramatically limit the potential market…
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Best Bathroom Flooring: Six Materials to Consider
Choosing new flooring is one of the most exciting parts of your bathroom renovation. But with so many bathroom flooring choices, it can be hard to narrow down your selection. Here at MLM Incorporated, we primarily use six different materials for new bathroom floors depending on customer needs, preference, and lifestyle. Read on to learn…