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These 7 modern bathroom designs by Sweeten sleekly show off personal taste (Above) Sweeten homeowner Lexi’s bathroom renovation When you think of a modern classic bathroom, you probably conjure up images of white tiles accented with contemporary fixtures. It is a complementary mix of timeless design choices, like color scheme, cabinetry, and tile. To be considered truly modern classic, the space needs a clean aesthetic that can stand the test of time.  Here, a look at seven different modern bathroom designs from Sweeten renovations that show that modern classic bathrooms never go out of style.  Sweeten matches home renovation projects with vetted general contractors, offering advice, support, and up to $50,000 in renovation financial protection— for free. A bold but still classically beautiful bathroom While the boldness of the black paint may scream contemporary, what makes this bathroom classic too is the light fixture. Also complementary are the basketweave floor ti...

A couple aims to find a vetted contractor for their East Village kitchen renovation—finally Homeowners:  Susan and Carl posted their East Village renovation on Sweeten Where:  East Village, Manhattan, New York Primary renovation:  Streamlining the kitchen of the 1,400-square-foot co-op to reach its full potential Sweeten general contractor Sweeten’s role:  Sweeten  matches home renovation projects with vetted general contractors, offering advice, support, and financial protection—at no cost to the homeowner. Wear-and-tear of a well-used kitchen shows In the 23 years since Susan and Carl bought a one-bedroom East Village co-op, they’ve made a lot of changes. “The history is long in this space,” said Susan, including withstanding 16 years of kids and dogs. She isn’t exaggerating. This couple bought the neighboring studio apartment in 1997, bumping up their square footage to 1,400. They hired someone to do the bare minimum to connect the two apartments ...

Sweeten’s guide to Chicago remodeling costs in 2021, including kitchen, bath, and whole-home (plus outdoor budgets and permit tips!) ( Above ) Remodel by Sweeten general contractor Christina . Photo : Chicago Home Photos The budgeting step can be nerve-wracking for first-time Chicago renovators. You’ve finally moved on from daydreaming to starting a remodel of your home. Start by gathering some basic details: know what you can actually afford, and plan to add a small reserve on top of that. The materials you want to use also factor in, as well as how much work will be done. Plus, everything that isn’t visible—the infrastructure—will impact your costs. This can be a lot to keep track of, especially if this is your first time renovating. Fortunately, Sweeten has done some of the legwork in this guide to Chicago remodeling costs. This guide focuses on some of the major remodeling categories: whole house remodels, kitchen, bath, additions—as well as permits. You can use these details ...

Demolition, amount of work, a home’s condition, and alternate living arrangements all affect gut renovation costs Gutting a home requires a different level of owner commitment than a smaller renovation project. Here, Sweeten provides some guidance on points to consider when planning a major project like this. Sweeten matches home renovation projects with vetted general contractors, offering advice, support, and up to $50,000 in renovation financial protection—for free. What is a gut renovation? Gut renovating a home is more than an extensive remodel. It means taking the walls down to the studs, removing existing interior doors and trim, cabinets, sinks, and exposing the structure of the home. It often includes replacing windows and exterior doors, the roof, and replacing most or all plumbing and electrical. Gutting also involves removing materials before you remodel. Calculating gut renovation costs Sweeten provides city-specific renovation cost guides, but keep in mind ...

When embarking on his Brooklyn loft remodel, this interior designer stayed flexible “After” photos by Miao Jiaxin for Sweeten Homeowners: Alex and Sue posted their loft remodel on Sweeten Where: Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, New York Primary renovation: A full-unit Brooklyn loft remodel aiming to add storage and functionality while preserving the apartment’s “80s loft” aesthetic Sweeten general contractor Sweeten’s role: Sweeten matches renovating homeowners with vetted general contractors, offering advice, support, and up to $50,000 in renovation financial protection—for free. Written in partnership with Sweeten homeowner Alex   Elevating the best aspects of home We have been living in this apartment in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, since 2015. It was the first place we lived together, and it felt like a real 1980s loft, which Sue and I liked a lot. The previous owner was crafty—he’d installed his own kitchen cabinets, and the spirit of the place was very DIY. Sue works...

Adding color to a bathroom —in small accents or large splashes— can have a big design impact Adding colorful accents to your bathroom when you renovate is a good way to show your own style and personality. These colorful accents can be in the form of vanities, wall paint, and tile.  By selecting your favorite hue and incorporating it into your next bathroom remodel, you can effectively create any mood/vibe you like. Here’s how some Sweeten renovators incorporated colorways outside of neutral making a trip to the bathroom a happy event. Sweeten  matches home renovation projects with vetted general contractors, offering advice, support, and up to $50,000 in renovation financial protection—for free. Bold in blue bathrooms Blue comes in all shades, making it a good color choice to accommodate many design styles. Sweeten renovators Katherine and Chris needed more space for their growing family. They found a promising two-bedroom in Park Slope, Brooklyn, that they could tran...

With a new layout, a laundry, and a lot of tiles, this Brooklyn brownstone bathroom was worth the wait “After” photos by Kate Glicksberg for Sweeten Homeowners: Isis and Stephano moved into their pre-war home and posted their Brooklyn brownstone bathroom project on Sweeten Where: Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, New York Primary renovation: Expansion, reconfiguration, and renovation of the Brooklyn brownstone’s fourth-floor bathroom, which does double-duty as a laundry room Sweeten general contractor Sweeten’s role: Sweeten matches residential renovation projects with vetted general contractors, offering know-how, support, and up to $50,000 in renovation financial protection—for free. Written in partnership with Sweeten homeowners Isis and Stephano Purchasing the right Brooklyn brownstone Priorities tend to shift when moving into a fixer-upper. Such was the situation of Isis and Stephano’s family bathroom. After closing on their brownstone in Bedford-Stuyvesant...