The CKD Blog
Where Sarah, and sometimes Steve, share design projects, renovation advice, and other project-related insights.
The Gulf Breeze Rental: Progress & Design Plan
I want to share what we have been working on since the last time you saw the Gulf Breeze rental property, along with the design plan I have put together for countertops, cabinets, hardware, and lighting…
Gulf Cottage Rental: History & Construction Plans
Well, we’ve done it again…we scooped up another property, the Gulf Breeze Cottage Rental, and we can’t wait to renovate it. Today, I’m walking you through the history of the project, the design, and our renovation goals. Come take a look…
Top 6 Biggest Decorating Mistakes in Vacation Rentals
Vacation renters are all about the experience your property can give them. They want to vacation in a place that is more luxurious than their own home. When potential guests are looking for a rental, they want a place to enjoy their family, cook dinners, and enjoy a relaxing atmosphere.
The 1940s Fixer Upper: Creating the Design Plan
Since we are renovating this home for resale, ideally to a lovely young family, the strategy behind the design is different than it would be if we were renovating it for ourselves or for a client. That said, I still want to WOW people who see the final result… and I know that can be done with some thought and planning.
We've Done It Again... Come Meet Our Newest Fixer-Upper!
It isn’t often that you have the chance to purchase a 70+ year old home from the original owners, but we were blessed with such an opportunity. Filled with history, well-loved by many, and in need of our help, this home captured our hearts the moment we saw it. Ready to see what we’ve gotten ourselves into this time?
How to Renovate Your Rental Property for Profitability
Renovating your rental property has several long-term benefits for you. It can allow you to increase your nightly rates and rental profitability. Today, I’m sharing several tips for updating your rental while keeping your ROI in mind. But first…
How to Prepare a Home for Sale in Today's Market (& Some Exciting News!)
As simple as it sounds, preparing our Atlanta home for the real estate market was anything but. It took a lot of hard work and substantial sweat equity, but our preparations paid off in the end. I’m sharing all of the upgrades we did to help sell our home quickly and for top dollar.
Behind the Scenes Tips for Refreshing Older Homes
In a recent post, I shared some of the features of older kitchens and offered up some tips for giving your kitchen a fresh update. Today, I want to go beyond the kitchen to share a few more updates that we see ALL the time when remodeling older spaces. Do any of your spaces have these common characteristics?