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A well-designed kitchen is like a musical composition. Just as a well-crafted song needs the elements of rhythm, melody, harmony, and form to be pleasing, a well-crafted kitchen needs important elements that determine the function and beauty of the finished space. Adequate spacing between island and perimeter cabinets, thoughtful placement of appliances for efficiency in […]

These homeowners had a nice porch with a popular vinyl enclosure system. The problem? It was too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter to be the place where they wanted to hang out. Wood Wise transformed the porch into a beautiful, conditioned sunroom with insulation, large Pella windows, and a mini-split […]

Gatherings with family and friends during the holidays seem to always center around food. Having a kitchen that is efficient and conveniently arranged can make all the difference. These homeowners wanted an improved space to accommodate more people comfortably than just the cook. By removing the wall to the dining room, the kitchen is now […]

When pollen time arrives, the yellow coating makes it a challenge to enjoy our outdoor spaces. The solution for these homeowners was to change their rarely used screened porch into a sunroom. They can now enjoy their backyard through large windows that keep out the pollen. Large format floor tile and a decorative vaulted ceiling […]

Giving back to the community has always been important to Hank Wall, Wood Wise’s founder and president. Yesterday’s Career Day at Martin Middle School was the perfect way to invest in the next generation. Eighth grade students asked questions about design and construction careers, as well as learning about owning and running a business. With […]

A couple of warm days and we are ready for spring! And spring makes us think of ways to be outside. What better way to enjoy outdoor living than to relax in these great spaces that Wood Wise and the homeowners have created: an open deck off the master bedroom, a screened porch off the […]

As you look around your home, what improvements have you been wanting to do? The new year is a great time to get those projects started. It might be finally getting the kitchen renovation you have been dreaming about, adding a first-floor bedroom, or creating a better layout for your first floor. Whatever it is, […]

Making all the selections for a remodeling project can be overwhelming – unless you choose Wood Wise for your project. Our lead designer Kathy walks with you through the selections process step-by-step, turning what could be a stressful experience into an easy one. Just like she did for our homeowners Mark and Diane Byrd shown […]

Remodeling and adding on have given this traditional two story  home a whole new personality. Transforming the existing small closed-off rooms into open inviting spaces brings the home into today’s style of living. Widening the opening between the breakfast nook and the kitchen is a relatively small change with big paybacks. The homeowners are now […]

With unique shapes, more colors, and interesting textures, today’s tile choices are wider than ever for remodeling your home. These tiles give you new opportunities to individualize your home’s style statement. When helping our Wood Wise homeowners make selections, I accompany them to area showrooms to help guide them in their design. Here are some […]