Fireplaces are integral features in Wisconsin homes, serving both functional and aesthetic purposes. Whether it's designing custom cabinetry to house an extensive book collection or creating a warm and inviting family gathering spot, fireplaces are often at the heart of our design process.
Gathering spaces are key for the holiday season. From a fully-equipped kitchen for cooking and socializing, to a living room with ample seating for relaxation, group games, and conversation, to a mudroom for neat shoe storage, there are numerous aspects that can contribute to hosting a fun and successful event. Our team can help you get your space ready for all the events that might take place in your home.
Is your home ready for fall? Read this for some tips on how to make sure your home is all set for the upcoming Wisconsin seasons.
Get ready for fall by fully equipping your mudroom with lockers and creating nice study nooks for maximum productivity.
How did hosting the holidays go in your home? Flow is the most important part of hosting people in your space — a great layout can change everything. Check out these two kitchens where we tailored the spaces to the clients' lifestyles and needs by removing walls and reconfiguring the rooms to create effortless flow for everyday needs as well as needs during the holidays. Details, Details, Details! Another important part of getting your space organized for hosting is the details. Having storage in your home that accommodates and makes everyday and holiday organization effortless is vital. These images showcase kitchens that are designed with...
Cody Wade has joined Wade Design & Construction as a graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (Class of '16) where he majored in Architecture. He will be working with Wade Design as a Designer and an Assistant Project Manager. "Cody is the fourth generation of builders and remodelers in my family and I am very excited that he has decided to continue the tradition. He recently graduated from UWM with his undergraduate degree in Architecture. This experience makes him very well suited to bring a designer's eye and touch to the remodeling process and improving our clients' homes," Michael Wade, President,...
Using a scale from 1 to 5, where 1 meant not at all likely to be included in typical home and 5 meant very likely, builders reported the following as the most likely features to show up in the typical 2016 home: Walk-in closet in the master bedroom (average rating 4.9) Laundry room (average rating 4.8) Great room (average rating 4.7) Several features that help owners with energy conservation are also likely to be included in new homes built this year: low-E windows, Energy Star appliances and windows, and a programmable thermostat. Other likely candidates: 9+ ft. ceilings in the first...
