Loose Park Third Floor Bathroom
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Many of Wineteer’s clients combine several rooms into their renovation plan. Some of the most popular combinations are bathrooms – master paired with guest bathrooms. Or, the whole home renovations… kitchen, living room, mud room, and a kitchen renovation. For this specific Kansas City homeowner, the below guest room bathroom was the third and final bathroom project. The materials utilized for this project had a similar motif as the other two to streamline the look and feel of the renovation. Using stone elements and a running bond tile pattern gives it an attractive appearance, although scaled back as compared to the other bathrooms.
The zero-entry shower was a must for our clients as they observed universal design adaptations that would enable folks of any age or ability to function safely in the space. This is yet another example of smart design not having to look institutional. As homeowners continue to age and determine the desire to live in their home for as long as possible, there are many options to include for Aging in Place modifications.
We are grateful for the many opportunities we are given on a daily basis to assist clients with renovations that improve ease of living and functionality. In an effort to allow more people to be surrounded by their loved ones in their own home as long as possible, we are proud and excited to make a donation to the Falling Forward Foundation once again this year.
The Foundation focuses on funding patients recovering from catastrophic medical issues, as many people don’t receive the rehabilitation they need to fully recover.
May your holidays be filled with peace, joy and those you love!
Warm regards,
The Wineteer Construction and LifeWise Renovations Team
Recently on KC Live, President and CEO Mike Dodd discussed the current trend of barrier-free showers. Read his insights below, or watch the full segment here »
Barrier-free showers are becoming more popular in home remodels, and can benefit essentially any age group and any resident of the home. Not only does it assist older residents with independence to remain at home longer, but you can also incorporate the universal design techniques to keep with the current bathroom design trends.
This means that it’s in the design to ensure our barrier-free showers don’t look institutional. We want you to feel comfortable at home as long as possible, matching your desired look and feel, too.
Any equipment that assists with mobility (i.e. walkers, wheelchairs, etc.) is able to maneuver into and around these showers, as there is no curb or threshold that would hinder the entrance. The main focus to barrier-free showers is safety; other accessories such as flip up and down shower seats and grab bars can offer additional ease and safety.
The bottom line: barrier-free showers allow for easy entry and accessibility. Anyone can benefit from these universal designs and safety techniques.
Join the barrier-free trend! Contact us for more information, and schedule a consultation today!
As families grow and times change, a common feeling can arise of wanting to upgrade to a larger home that fits your growing family or to a new home that fits the latest trends in the housing market. The struggle comes when you have fallen in love with your current home, especially if the home carries sentimental value such as being the first home you have purchased, or a home that has been passed down through your family for generations.
Does it make more sense to move to a new place, or remodel your current home to fit your needs? The following are statistics and considerations to take into account before making a move:
When looking to the market to purchase a home, homeowners expect to pay hundreds of thousands of dollars, plus any fees associated with updating your current home and prepping the home to put it on the market. Then there are storage unit costs during the transition period, moving truck costs and more. In addition to all of this, a 2017 Houzz study found that “renovators who bought their first home in 2016 spent $33,800 on home renovations, on average.”
When completing a remodeling project instead, homeowners can expect to spend far less than the cost to move.
Source: 2017 Houzz & Home Report
Source: HomeAdvisor’s 2017 True Cost Report
It can be difficult to find the perfect home that is on the market ready for you to purchase at the exact time you’re looking. If you do find a home you’re interested in, the next steps and decision-making process can be a quick (and stressful) turnaround. Depending on just how quick the turnaround, temporary rental situations might be necessary. Homeowners control renovations much better than moves, as projects can be planned and completed according to your wishes, on your desired schedule.
In 2016, the average interior remodel ranges from four to eight months (Houzz).
One of the biggest factors to why homeowners choose to remodel instead of move is due to the ever-growing Aging-in-Place trend. Whether because of the great community they live in or because of the sentimental value the home has, homeowners are deciding more and more to remain in their home as long as possible. According to a HomeAdvisor 2016 Aging-in-Place Report, 61 percent of homeowners 55 years old or older plan to stay in the home indefinitely.
Source: HomeAdvisor’s 2016 Aging-in-Place Report
Source: 2017 Houzz & Home Report
As detailed in the above chart, the majority of 2016 renovations came from those who are long-term homeowners of six or more years.
From small remodeling updates in one room to large remodeling projects across the whole home and expansion, Wineteer Construction is your go-to source for professional remodeling help.
87 percent of homeowners chose to hire professionals to complete renovations in 2016 (Houzz).
When you work with Wineteer Construction, our team of experts will discuss all your wants, needs, goals and objectives.. Then we will discuss your budget and prioritize accordingly to make sure your project is “Planned Right. Priced Right. Done Right.”
Contact us for more information and to schedule an appointment!
When Kelli B. Grant, consumer reporter for CNBC.com, needed some inside perspectives on the benefits and challenges of popular aging-in-place renovation projects (like walk-in showers and lowered kitchen countertops), she sought the wisdom of LifeWise Renovations®.
The online slide presentation, “Six home modifications to help you age in place,” highlights certified aging-in-place specialist Katy Dodd, vice president of business development for LifeWise Renovations. The focus of the national article was on cost ranges and integrating technology.
In the detailed piece, Katy Dodd discusses:
For even more insights from Katy Dodd, and the rest of the LifeWise Renovations and Wineteer Construction teams, read Baby Boomers Remodel Now for Future Health Concerns and U.S. Homeowners Tackle Remodeling Challenges, with Professional Help.
Houzz.com, an online platform for home remodeling and design information, recently published the “2015 Houzz & Home survey.” The survey revealed that more than half of homeowners renovated their homes in 2014. The spike in renovation projects was linked to findings that homeowners 45 to 64 years old finally have money and time to remodel, while homeowners under 44 years old (including Millennials) have recently purchased a house.
The Houzz survey identified Baby Boomers (55+) lead in amount of investment. For example, Baby Boomers (55+) spent, on average, twice as much or more on a kitchen remodel as Millennial homeowners. The survey also found that more than half of households with owners who are over 60 years old are planning to age in place, so home modifications are focused on universal design.
What Drives a Remodel?
The experts at Wineteer Construction agree with the survey findings about the driving factors for making renovation choices. According to the Houzz survey, the top driving factors include:
A majority of 2014’s remodel projects were interior enhancements, rather than necessary improvements to a home’s structure. Homeowners focused on remodeling their kitchen, bath and living/family room spaces.
What’s On Your Priority List?
As a full-service renovation company, Wineteer Construction emphasizes beautiful design, high-quality products and skilled craftsmanship. Our trusted professionals work with you to remodel your home to be both attractive and functional. Review our full list of residential services and take a peek at our completed projects. Review our full list of residential services and take a peek at some of our completed projects.
Homer, The Wisest Owl, and Certified Aging-In-Place Specialists Share Expertise for National Safety Month
Homer is an informational resource for care providers to find reliable answers about home modification and aging in place. Homer will provide wise information and offer explanations for a variety of challenges, faced by both families and providers.
“Our team has great plans for Homer,” said LifeWise Renovations Vice President of Business Development Katy Dodd, who engages with several local and national providers that struggle keeping patients safe once returning home. “Homer will swoop in to share tips for incorporating universal design trends and resources on various physical and cognitive impairments.”
LifeWise Renovations is committed to sharing techniques for improving quality of life and ensuring a home is safe for the entire family. For National Safety Month, our expert team has focused on fall prevention.
“Each year, millions of adults fall, which is the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for people aged 65 and older,” said Kathy Dodd, an equity partner at LifeWise Renovations, who is one of the nation’s most accomplished home care and post-acute care experts. “These injuries (head trauma and fractures to the spine, hip, arm, leg, ankle and hand) can drastically decrease a person’s ability to live independently or have an active life.”
The certified aging-in-place specialists at LifeWise Renovations are experts at transforming a home with a customized plan of attack, specific for each unique client. Now, the Kansas City-based company is offering another tool to address the “accessible fitness” of a home—the LifeWise Certified Home™.
A LifeWise Certified Home™ is evaluated and approved by the LifeWise Renovations’ team as a home suitable for aging in place. Certification is a voluntary rating system, which promotes homes that were either fully or partially designed for accessibility and longevity.
The top benefits of a LifeWise Certified Home™ are increased functionality, a custom-tailored plan to meet specific needs, an extended warranty that covers defects in materials and workmanship, and increased peace of mind.