We often have homeowners call us saying they are torn between staying in their home and remodeling or simply selling and finding another home that functions better for them. With the rising home market prices in Charlotte and interest rate hikes, buying isn’t always...

Heather’s Tip: Are you feeling “stuck” at home? It’s the dregs of winter, we’ve all been spending way too much time indoors at home and the excitement of DIY projects has faded. What’s a good solution? I always tell my clients to rethink your spaces. Especially if...

Heather’s Tip: Are you feeling “stuck” at home? It’s the dregs of winter, we’ve all been spending way too much time indoors at home and the excitement of DIY projects has faded. What’s a good solution? I always tell my clients to rethink your spaces. Especially if...

Heather’s Tip: I’ve spent the better part of this month tearing out my kitchen cabinets, shoe mold and baseboards to remedy a mold situation. Putting the cabinet boxes back in place and reinstalling the trim work brought up all sorts of questions from my family. My...

Heather’s Tip: I absolutely love historic homes! The charm, the details and all the nooks and crannies make me so happy! I recently did a walk- through of a historic house built in 1895 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The house’s history even...

Heather’s Tip: I have a room in my house that is constantly changing. Originally, it was my drafting space. Then it became a pub and game room. Today, it is a TV den. I even drew up plans for an addition onto the rear of my house thinking this was the perfect...

When people think of a home remodeling project, typically their minds jump straight to kitchen and bathroom remodels. While we certainly handle plenty of those types of projects at Creative Design Solutions, we also realize that there are plenty of other areas in your...

You're constantly tripping over your kids' bookbags, everyone's shoes, and your dog's toys. It makes coming home after a long day not quite so pleasant. Does this sound familiar? Feeling as though you don't have a proper place for all of your belongings is a key sign...

A new year brings an infusion of excitement, energy, and new design trends to explore. This year we'll continue to see a shift away from all-white, neutral spaces as the desire for deep, saturated colors remains a priority. We also expect to see a continued focus on...

When you're focusing your attention on hardscapes, there are a number of factors that you'll want to consider. Of course you want the finished product to be visually appealing, but you'll also want to think about the purpose of the hardscape, the materials you'll use...

Spring is here, which means it's the perfect time to welcome visitors to your home. Before friends and family pull into your driveway though, you'll want to take a minute to consider your property from a visitor's perspective. Here are some key areas to focus on to...