August 2023

Smart Solutions

The monthly newsflash for homeowners who need to be up-to-date on luxury remodeling and renovation news and trends.

Come Home to a New House

We often get asked, “What is our role as a design-build firm and what makes House to Home Solutions (H2HS) unique amongst our peers?” It is a great question, but one that takes a bit more explaining than answering just this one question. In this Q&A article, we dive into what you as the potential client should know about the design-build process and what to look for in a strong remodeling partner.

What is H2HS’s role as the design-build firm and what is the customer’s role?

A design/build firm's mission is to form a collaborative partnership with homeowners. By deeply understanding their family dynamics and needs, we create uniquely functional spaces. It's not just about aesthetics—it's about tailoring projects to suit each family's lifestyle. Transparent communication is key. Homeowners should openly share their requirements, enabling us at H2HS to provide tailored guidance throughout the process. Openness from both sides allows for honesty and personalized solutions.

And, unlike traditional architects, we prioritize listening and guiding and provide design, planning, and execution under one roof, ensuring a regret-free remodeling journey.

Read the full Q&A on our blog

Qualified Remodeler Names House to Home Solutions a 2023 Customer Satisfaction Leader

Design/build leader among highest rated of thousands of remodeling and home improvement firms

Qualified Remodeler, the leading national trade publication devoted exclusively to the business needs of home remodelers, has named House to Home Solutions a 2023 Customer Satisfaction Leader. The company earned a spot on the prestigious list as one of only 85 firms recognized for sustained and superior customer satisfaction among thousands of remodeling and home improvement firms across the U.S.

When asked by Qualified Remodeler what House to Home Solutions does to maintain client satisfaction, CEO Daniel Carrero, remarked, “We have always worked hard at making sure our clients come first and are happy at the end of the day. In remodeling, something can go wrong with any project and, most likely, something will go wrong. It’s how the company addresses those issues and manages them that sets one company apart from another.”

Customer satisfaction ratings for the list come from GuildQuality, an Atlanta-based firm that gathers client satisfaction data from thousands of remodeling clients annually. House to Home Solutions earned an impressive 4.9 out of 5.0 GuildQuality satisfaction rating.

Read the full CEO interview on our blog

Before and After

Breathing Life

into History

Revitalizing a Century-Old College Park, Maryland House into a Modern, Smart Oasis

Ready to immerse yourself in a world where the elegance of yesteryear meets the brilliance of modern design? Then experience this beautiful home that serves as a testament to the seamless fusion of design and craftsmanship. As you cross the threshold, you'll witness firsthand the artistry and dedication that have breathed new life into this nearly 100-year-old dwelling, turning ordinary, tired spaces into bright, clean, extraordinary havens. Join us on this journey of discovery and immerse yourself in the allure of a home reborn.

In a dazzling fusion of history and innovation, this home now stands reborn, a true embodiment of modern comfort and style. From the switch of Lutron Caseta-controlled lighting to the embrace of dual Daikin central HVAC systems, every facet has been meticulously crafted for an unparalleled living experience.

Step into the remodeled bathrooms adorned with exquisite DuraSupreme cabinets, a testament to refined elegance. The restored trim pays homage to the home's heritage, seamlessly weaving the past into the present. This is more than just a house; it's a symphony of 1920s charm and contemporary luxury, a testament to the harmonious dance between tradition and progress. Welcome to a living masterpiece that celebrates the best of both worlds.

— Before —

— After —

Above: A whole-house renovation complete with new bathrooms, HVAC, restored trim, and more!

SEE MORE BEFORE AND AFTER HERE

TikTok Moment

Derwood, Maryland

Kitchen Tour

Here is an up-close-and-personal peek at a state-of-the-art culinary setup—a range of special gourmet cooking features, appliances and accessories—found in this Derwood, Maryland kitchen remodel, and the subject of this month’s client video testimonial (below).

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Product Highlight

Emtek Door and Cabinet Hardware: Finishes for Every Style

This month, we’d like to introduce you to what’s hot in the world of door and cabinetry hardware. Emtek presents a diverse range of meticulously crafted, American-made hardware available in an array of finishes and styles, catering to a multitude of preferences and requirements. Your every need and desire finds its perfect match within their collection.

By offering unique designs that are attainable, we elevate the ordinary to the extraordinary.

Emtek offers a vast freedom of choice to create whatever hardware combinations you can imagine. With the widest range of categories, styles, and finish options in the industry, you can customize quality decorative pieces that are uniquely yours at a range of price points. This is what sets Emtek apart. Want to have different color and style hardware on one side of a door than the other or even do two-tone hardware? No problem—just look at the select series from Emtek, which allows you to choose every part of the door hardware on both sides of the door. Even matching two-tone hinges. for a truly custom door look!

Quality that you can see and feel is built into each and every Emtek product. It’s about form and function working in beautiful harmony. Their promise is to deliver the best-performing hardware while always using quality materials.

We welcome you to a new world of door and cabinet hardware possibilities. Come see Emtek products on display in our recently-opened expanded Design Studio. The door is open—your creative journey awaits.

Mantels, Fireplaces and Bookshelves—Oh My!

Dura Supreme’s fireplace mantels coordinate with cabinetry throughout the home—fireplace mantels are available from Dura Supreme to coordinate with cabinetry and millworks throughout the home. Because open floorplans are continuing to be so popular, designers have a definite need for a fireplace mantel program that blends with the kitchen cabinetry and adjacent bookshelves and entertainment cabinetry. Our fireplace mantels are available in matching wood species and finishes and are designed to complement the styling of Dura Supreme cabinetry specified throughout the rest of the home... Learn more!

What Our Clients Are Saying…

Join our client, Anthony Caponiti, as he takes us step-by-step through the kitchen remodel in his family’s Derwood, Maryland home built in 1986. He discusses the challenges he and his wife faced in their outdated original kitchen and how they worked with House to Home Solutions to transform the space into the cooking oasis of their dreams.