Home Is Where The Hearth Is

Beautifully textured stonework welcomes you in, cascading from the ceiling of this bright and open living room. Wide plank oak floors perfectly complement the space, creating a relaxing nook for cozy conversations. Grab a seat and stay awhile.

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BRAND Baroque

STYLE Hanford Crossing

COLOR Overton

SPECIES Hickory

Greg Hoffman ACCOUNT MANAGER

PROSOURCE OF HOUSTON – THE WOODLANDS (TX)

How long have you worked for ProSource Wholesale?

I’ve been here for eight years.

What’s your favorite part of being a team member at ProSource Wholesale?

Building relationships in working with members on a daily basis and getting to know each other.

How do you interact with your in-house kitchen and bath designer as a cohesive team for the trade pro and the client?

We have a close working relationship. When I start working with the client, I try to introduce them to the designer as soon as possible so the designer can ask questions and get a good idea of what the client wants and needs.

What trends do you see developing with regard to home remodeling?

We’re seeing a lot of kitchen and bath remodels right now. There’s also a high usage of subway tiles in white and gray tones.

What trends are you seeing with regard to products?

Patterned carpets are trending now along with brushed/lighter woods, marble-look floor and wall tile, and quartz countertops.

What are a couple of your favorite flooring products?

It would have to be the COREtec® waterproof luxury vinyl planks. They wear well and they’re great if you have kids and pets. Plus, there are lots of styles and colors to choose from. We just did the floors with it in a huge million-dollar spec house. When people toured it, they thought the floors were actually real wood.

How would you describe the difference between the service you offer at ProSource Wholesale versus other home remodeling stores?

It’s all about building relationships, because we get to know our members, including what they like and don’t like.

What’s one piece of advice you would advocate to homeowners before they begin a project?

Do your research up front to get an idea of the trends, styles and colors you’re interested in using. Also, be patient because it’s not a quick process.

Reimaging The Possibilities: Adding On Without An Addition

The need for convertible, transitional spaces is higher than ever and some may find they already have all the space they need after a few in-home upgrades. Utilizing previously unused spaces like the basement, attic, garage, etc. is an excellent way to add on without an addition, and with a potential payback of up to 70%, a wise investment to boot.

Spanning The Home For Options

Lifestyles change and sometimes that means a shift in everyday routine. Often, that shift equates to the need for new functional space within a home, whether it be an office, playroom, or an in-law suite. It’s not always an option to add-on or build-up, and budget can be limiting as well. In those cases, there are other creative avenues for adding on to usable space without the need for an addition.

Usually, the best places to consider for additional living space are those that already exist in most homes – like a basement or attic. Unlike an addition, there are no concerns about zoning setbacks or losing prized yard space. Also, they tend to offer easier access to the home’s existing HVAC, plumbing and wiring, which can reduce costs compared to an addition. Other options include splitting a large living room into an office, closing in and finishing a garage, or making use of nooks and crannies within an existing hallway or loft.

Blank Canvases

Adding to a home’s unfinished spaces means endless design options. Finishing a basement, attic, or garage means new flooring and storage needs. Converting to an in-law suite might mean a new bathroom, which translates to new plumbing and fixtures. Area rugs, a change in wall color, or additional storage and built-in cabinets give a homeowner endless areas of customization in these newly rethought spaces.

No matter how additional space is converted from what’s already there, each option represents a blank canvas waiting to be reimagined and remodeled with new possibilities in a well-conceived design.

This article references home improvement trends. ProSource may not sell all products mentioned. ProSource showrooms are independently owned and operated. Products may vary by location.