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Diversification and Fluctuation: Intuition Hits and Misses
Creating a written business plan has remained an unmet goal for Steve Taylor the past two years, and a strategic plan isn't really on his radar. Yet his remodeling company has undergone several strategic shifts.
Changing Ways
Few people like change in the workplace. Variety, sure. Doing the same thing day after day gets boring. That's one big reason for choosing remodeling over home building.
Whole House: Attention to detail restores home to its Italianate essence
This whole-house renovation transformed a Midwestern farm complex into a distinguished home and garden suitable for large-scale entertaining.
Bathroom: Empty nesters go all out for a relaxing retreat
Fixtures can go wherever the homeowners desire in a new bathroom in a new space, but roughing in the plumbing and drain lines can be a challenge.
Kitchen: Strong shapes create a minimalist form
Structural changes in other areas of the home contribute to the kitchen area's look.
Kitchen: Work space zoned for entertainment
The home's cathedral ceilings, exposed beams and tongue-and-groove, solid cedar roof left few lighting wiring options.
On Site
Pictures from the One Night, One Industry event in Las Vegas and the Maryland Improvement Contractors Association's 2003 Remodelers of the Year Awards ceremony.