Home Remodeling Tips & Inspiration by Jonna

Why Giving Back Matters to Us At Solimine Contracting, giving back has always been part of who we are—because this is our community, too. Our family has long believed that if you’re blessed, you should be a blessing to others. And even in seasons when things were hard, we’ve always been aware that someone else may be carrying something heavier. In Brookfield, Danbury, and the surrounding towns we serve, there is always someone who could use a helping hand. Over the years, tha

Smart, Stylish Upgrades That Stretch Your Budget Further We recently completed a whole-home interior remodel in Stamford, CT for clients we had worked with a year earlier on their exterior. Their 1950s home still had the mint-green tile, wood paneling, and vinyl linoleum floors many homeowners know all too well—and they were finally ready to bring the interior up to date. Since they’re a retired couple, they wanted their home to look and feel new without pushing beyond a resp

If you’ve ever walked past a scuffed piece of trim, heard a door click the wrong way, or glanced (for the hundredth time) at a light fixture you swear  you’re going to replace “this weekend,” you’re not alone. Most homeowners have a running list of small projects—little annoyances, wear-and-tear repairs, tiny upgrades—that quietly pile up over the years. And here’s the truth I’ve learned after designing hundreds of kitchens, bathrooms, and full-home remodels: It’s rarely the

Quick Answer: What are the best walk in shower ideas for CT homes?Some of the best walk-in shower ideas for Connecticut homes include expanding the shower footprint, adding built-in niches for storage, incorporating bench seats with stone tops, using multiple shower heads for a spa-like experience, and creating wet room layouts when space is limited. Thoughtful materials and finishes—like wood-look tile or warm metals—help tie everything together. Many homeowners come to us w

From narrow galley to an open-concept gathering space. When we first met these homeowners, they wanted their kitchen to feel like the place everyone naturally gathers. Their first idea was to open the wall between the kitchen and the formal dining room to make room for a larger island. Smart instinct—but stopping at one wall would have left the space shaped like an “L,” which actually makes a long, narrow kitchen feel even narrower. We suggested taking down two walls: the one

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