The Authority Companies Magazine - Issue 1

a letter from the editor

o u r v i s i o n

Welcome to the inaugural edition of The Authority Companies Magazine, where every page unfolds a story of transformation and inspiration. This magazine is a labor of love, a tapestry of dreams woven with the threads of creativity and craftsmanship. As we embark on this journey together, let's embrace the beauty of reinvention and the joy it brings to our homes.

In these pages, you'll discover the magic of turning the ordinary into extraordinary, just like we do in our own homes. From timeless designs to practical tips, we're here to guide you on a path of discovery and reimagination. So, grab a cup of coffee, immerse yourself in these stories, and let the pages of our remodel magazine become your guide to a home that truly reflects your heart.

Our mission is to celebrate the unique character of each home and the individuals who bring them to life. Behind every remodel, there's a story waiting to be told—a narrative of passion, resilience, and the pursuit of a space that feels truly yours. We've curated a collection of features that spotlight these journeys, showcasing the diversity of styles and the personal touches that make a house a home.

As you flip through these pages, envision your own possibilities. Whether you're contemplating a complete renovation or seeking simple updates, let this magazine be your companion in the exciting adventure of crafting a space that resonates with your personality and aspirations. Our hope is that the stories within inspire you to embark on your remodeling journey with joy and confidence, transforming your living spaces into a canvas of endless possibilities.

Wishing You Endless Inspiration,

THE A PANIES

It takes multiple skill sets and craftspeople to bring a home project to life. We've built our companies on a foundation of quality, and brought together a truly talented team to give you a home remodel that will withstand the test of time.

A Stress-Free Remodel

Your Guide To Make It Happen

Remodeling will always present a host of unknowns - even if you’ve completed a remodel project in the past. Each project is unique, from the footprint of the space itself to the goals you have in mind for it. The challenges involved differ house to house, even room to room, and the economic climate that you complete your project within can vary greatly year over year.

Giving up control of your home is scary. Having to step back and trust a team to take over (and tear apart) one the biggest investments you’ll ever make is downright terrifying!

So what is an anxious homeowner to do? PREPARE! If you can tackle your remodel feeling prepped and ready to go, those elements that are indeed out of your control feel more manageable.

A Stress-Free Remodel

Your Guide To Make It Happen

PRE-PROJECT CHECKLIST

Taking the time to properly vet potential contractors, and knowing how to identify red flags as they arise, is the first key step to setting yourself up for a stress-free remodel. Understanding the financial investment involved, and adequately preparing for said investment, will take the pressure off the cost of your project as a whole. You’ll also need to understand how you and your family will navigate having your home under construction - and have plans in place for successfully living through the remodel.

CABINET

Your Guide To Make It Happen

THRIVE THROUGH YOUR PROJECT

When you’ve chosen a contractor you can trust, you’ve set yourself up for ease of communication throughout the remodel. Follow along with the progress either in person or remotely through updates provided via your contractor’s project management app. Be proud of all of the prep work you did prior to the project’s start date and enjoy the exciting anticipation of living in your dream home!

LOOKING BACK

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TOP PROJECTS

Whole Home Remodel

The Generational Homestead

This project showcases a transformative journey that is a testament to the enduring legacy of family, creating spaces that stand as a harmonious bride between tradition and contemporary living.

Kitchen REMODEL

Farmhouse Features

A reconfigured workflow allowed for improved functionality, while a bold cabinet color choice introduced personality and charm.

before After!

Basement REMODEL

Underground Hang-Out

From a blank slate to the ultimate entertainment zone, this basement bar build-out provides endless socialization for the entire family. before

B a t h r o o m R e m o d e l before

Bathroom Renaissance

This dated design transformed into a spa retreat - complete with a king tub, custom tile shower, tatement fixtures for ultimate luxury and relaxation.

Each project completed by The Authority Companies is a team effortbringing together the best options for general contracting, custom coatings, cabinetry and storage, and interior design. This comprehensive approach to remodeling takes the pressure off of the homeowners, as everything they need to bring their project to life can be found under one roof.

What is a

Fixed-Priced C O N T R A C T ?

Trusting that the price on the contract you sign with your contractor is the price you will pay, while you remain in complete control throughout the duration of the project, is the number one way to allow you to relax through your remodel.

Why We Use Fixed-Price Contracts

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By providing an accurate number from the start of the project, we eliminate mid-project price increases (or worseend of project bill surprises)

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Doing the work upfront to make sure every person involved with the remodel knows exactly what their piece of the project entails prepares them for the process and prepares you for the true cost.

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A Fixed Priced Contract keeps you in complete control of the financials throughout the duration of the projectultimately allowing you to relax through your remodel and truly enjoy the process!

Super Dougie Adventure Series

Dougie is the superhero of the construction site who knows just how to keep the team and the project on track . . . or so he thinks! Come along on Dougie’s first adventure, where he finds himself way over his head on his first construction site and needs the support of the Tools Team to help him get back to saving the day!

LOOKING FORWARD

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Backsplash Blending

Backsplashes continue to be a major focus in the kitchen, so much so that multiple backsplash materials will be a major trend for 2024. Extending the backsplash beyond the perimeter underneath the cabinets (think behind floating shelves and/or extending to the ceiling) will create an even bigger backsplash impact.

Trend 2 Beautiful Blues

Shades of blue are set to be everywhere in 2024. Both Benjamin Moore and Sherwin-Williams’ have chosen blue hues for their 2024 colors of the year, and you can expect to see more blue in everything from cabinet colors to tile choices to furnishings.

rend 3

Handmade Details

Customized, unique elements will be bigger than ever for 2024. The focus is creating a one-of-a-kind look by introducing things like handcrafted light fixtures or handmade tiles. Expect to see an even further departure from cookie-cutter styles in favor of distinctive elements.

Studio A A P P R O A C H

Finding inspiring ideas for your home online can be fun - until it just feels like endless scrolling with no real direction. We'll take your inspo and turn it into real life results, all guided by design expertise tailored for your unique spaces.

Our team will help you uncover your unique design style and bring that to life with a carefully curated blend of design services and extraordinary products for your home.

Combine New & Old

Refreshing your home’s design doesn’t necessitate a full gut and re-do. You can use the existing architecture and features of your home that you like and update them to fit the new style you have in mind.

When you ’ re refurnishing your spaces, it’s not an all or nothing approach. Keep the pieces that you like, or that have sentimental value, and compliment them with new pieces that align with the aesthetic you ’ re after.

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Curating a Chef’s Kitchen

“We chose The Home Authority based on what we have seen our friends and acquaintances experience in their projects. They were amazing to work with and definitely the perfect fit for our project.“

“The team is fantastic. From being at the site and interacting with everyone completing the project to working with Rachael from the beginning, the experience is bar none.”

- A. Olson

Quaint Kitchen Transformation

“I really can’t wish for a better experience. Everything was amazing, the kitchen turned out to be much better than I expected and imagined.”

“Everything was on time, the team listened to us, the communication was great. I don’t know what more anyone could ask for from their remodeling contractor.”

- M. Kryjevski

organize = optimize

Kitchen Cabinet Add-Ons

Spice Rack Drawers

The perfect solution for quick access to all of the spices you need for cooking, that tucks away conveniently when not in use.

Cooking Utensil + Cutting Board Storage

Make cooking and baking easier with cabinet storage options that give everything an easily accessible place to be.

Customizable Dish Organization

Tuck dishes away in drawers without worrying about them chipping or scratching thanks to movable in-drawer organizational pegs that keep everything in its place.

BUILT-INS

Retractable Cleaning Racks

Make clean-up a breeze with simple and easily accessible cleaning tool hook storage, conveniently tucked into a cabinet.

Pull-Out Drying Racks

The perfect laundry room companion, these racks tuck out of sight and out of the way to allow for the optimal hangdry technique!

Don’t Forget Your Furry Friends!

You’ll never trip over a food bowl again with convenient water and food bowl built-ins that tuck conveniently into a kitchen or mudroom cabinet drawer.

CLOSETS

Add a Touch of Glamour

The sky’s the limit when customizing your closet - and you can give yourself a luxurious experience with islands, chandeliers, and beautiful finishes.

Storage Variety

Choose the specific organizational elements you need in your unique closetfrom tie racks to shoe storage to the perfect balance of hanging and drawer options.

Game and Craft Closets

Give your hobbies an organized place to live with the exact size and depth of shelves or cubbies you need to easily use and store your supplies.

Keep your family safe and healthy with an air purification system to create an optimal living environment.

A Digital Shower Panel includes a system warm-up and pause feature for water conservation.

Use materials that don’t off-gas harmful chemicals or create longlasting odors that can be unhealthy.

Through the winter months when windows are closed, keep air fresh with an air exchange system.

Sometimes the easiest way to find the right fit for something is through the process of elimination This is especially true when searching for a contractor and team for your remodel

Identifying red flags early in the search process will make your life easier, and help you narrow the list of legitimate projects faster.

Some key things to look out for when vetting contractors include:

No design team/guidance on the design piece of your project

Saying they can estimate a project that won ’ t start for 6+ months

Contractor shows a lack of interest in you AND the rest of your family

Lack of transparency around how each component of the remodel is handled

No discussion of Return on Investment or financials

By understanding the things you DON’T want from your contractor, you can set yourself up for success and eliminate them early in the search process

You need someone who understands the true motivations behind your remodel, and is determined to bring about the best possible solution for you, your family, your home, and your financial position in it.

Financing + ROI

FMultiple Oinancing ptions Return On Investment

With in-house options, community finance partners, and expert guidance - we will help you find the ideal financing solution for your project so you can tackle the remodel with confidence.

We are constantly researching the current real estate market to allow us to best guide you and the decisions you ’ re making for your remodel to benefit your financial position.

REMODELING FOR YOU =

NO COPY AND PASTE

A major part of every remodel project we complete is working with you to uncover your unique interior design style We’re not presenting you with a handful of options and expecting you to fit into that narrow mold - we want to create a home that you and your family feel is truly yours and that will allow you to continue to feel that way for many years to come.

When remodeling your home, the goal isn’t to look like a carbon copy of every other house on the block You want spaces that reflect you and your family’s style, and that compliment your home’s unique architecture.

This isn’t to say that you can ’ t include various trends you love or components from another home that you ’ ve seen and loved But it’s about balance It’s including those inspiration pieces with the elements that are one-of-a-kind to you and your home. By taking the time to learn about you, your taste, and your unique home, our team is equipped to create spaces that make you say “ now this is the home for me ”

HOW YOU WILL USE IT

No matter what the motivations behind your desire to remodel may be, it is critical to think beyond how things will look and take into account how the spaces will function. Having a pretty color on the cabinets without optimizing the flow of your kitchen and the storage inside those cabinets is a wasted opportunity. Putting in new flooring on your main level when the real issue is the closed-off layout won’t result in lasting satisfaction and comfort. And not taking into account every member of your household’s needs and wants will likely mean you’re looking at multiple home improvement projects in the future - when it could all be tackled at once.

HOW YOU WILL LOVE IT

Now this isn’t to say that the aesthetic isn’t important - it’s fundamental! It’s just not the only piece of the puzzle. But it is crucial that you think not just about what you love right now, but what you’ll love in 10 years. Because when you remodel with the right team, they’ll deliver you a result that lasts. So the design you choose is crucial - and you can create a fantastic balance between the permanent elements (think tile selections or flooring) and the more fluid design pieces (like furnishings or wall colors). Keeping the foundational design pieces of your remodel leaning more timeless allows you to change out things like decor and artwork as trends and tastes shift.

REMODELING FOR YOU = NO COPY AND PASTE

Thank you

...from the depths of my heart for the overwhelming love and embrace of our first remodel magazine edition. The outpouring of support and excitement has filled our hearts with joy. Your enthusiasm for creating homes that tell unique stories is inspiring. I'm grateful to be on this design adventure with you. As we flip through the pages together, let's continue transforming houses into warm, inviting havens. Your encouragement fuels our passion, and we're thrilled to be a part of your journey to make home truly special.

In each article and design tip, our goal is to provide inspiration that not only sparks creativity but also fosters a sense of connection with your living spaces. Your homes are more than structures; they are canvases waiting to be painted with love, memories, and the unique essence of your family. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your home's unfolding story.

With heartfelt gratitude,

The Authority Companies Team

It takes multiple skill sets and craftspeople to bring a home project to life. We've built our companies on a foundation of quality, and brought together a truly talented team to give you a home remodel that will withstand the test of time.