The type of renovation I do most often is opening a kitchen to the family room. Candice Olson familykitchenopen Change image and share on social
One of the most common reasons people renovate their homes is a change in their lifestyle - an upcoming wedding, a new baby, or grown children moving away. Candice Olson babychangechild Change image and share on social
I've dealt with a lot of couples over the years, and most cite the battle for closet and bathroom space as one of the most frequent causes of marital discord. Candice Olson bathroombattlecite Change image and share on social
Strip makeup lights just don't give you a fighting chance no matter how good looking you are. Light sconces that flank the mirror illuminate your entire face evenly. Candice Olson chanceentireevenly Change image and share on social
Bathrooms are, on a square foot basis, the most expensive room in the house to renovate. If you want to test your heart's fitness, try shopping for simple bathroom faucets. Add in the cost of the required valves, mixers and trims, and you may need reviving when you see the tally! Candice Olson addbasisbathroom share on social
Sometimes living in a room that's badly designed isn't the worst thing in the world. Trust me - this is a fact! Living in a room that has no design whatsoever is even worse. I've learned this from my many clients over the years that have moved into new houses and just can't figure out where to begin. Candice Olson badbadlybegin share on social
Why do guests always end up in the kitchen at parties? Is it a social phenomenon? Some strange gravitational pull? I don't know, but one thing is for sure: If your friends are going to congregate in your kitchen, you'd better make it as nice as possible. Candice Olson congregateendfriend share on social
I know it can be difficult for parents, but I really do believe that kids need to play the predominant role in the choices that go into their own space. Candice Olson choicedifficultkid Change image and share on social
Dining rooms are really all about the table and the chairs. Candice Olson chairdineroom Change image and share on social
The perfect antidote to dark, cold and creepy is light, warm and cozy. Candice Olson antidotecoldcozy Change image and share on social