After: Matt and Terisa now have a warm and comfortable place to gather with their son, Coleman, to watch movies or just hang out. During construction, the couple kept their focus, and despite going over on time, they were able to end up with the space that they wanted. To help with your update on a poorly designed room, or any type of remodel, following are some lessons learned from this project:

Lessons Learned: Remodeling Tips

*The homeowners on this project chose to do this remodel themselves, but they had invaluable help from experienced friends and family in the construction business. Not everyone has this luxury, so carefully gauge your own experience, tools and know-how before deciding to tackle a remodel yourself. Often hiring a contractor pays for itself in time, access to inexpensive materials, and fewer costly mistakes. (continued)