Most bathroom renovation projects don’t go wrong during construction. They go wrong before it starts, when homeowners choose a contractor without fully understanding what they’re hiring for. Knowing how to choose a bathroom renovation contractor is less about finding the lowest bid and more about finding the right match for your specific scope, timeline, and…
So you’ve decided to remodel a room (or several rooms) in your home, and you’re researching and interviewing firms to help make your vision a reality. Congratulations! But if you’re like most homeowners, you may feel somewhat confused as the estimates start to arrive. Because every remodeling company has its own process for developing estimates,…
There was nothing wrong with the condo. However, built in 2007, its standard, low-quality finishes were showing their age and layout didn’t make a lot of sense. Enter the Pickell team, with an ability to see the tremendous impact a few minor shifts and brand new finishes could make. This soft loft conversion in Chicago’s…
It’s no secret that when you live in the city, in a luxury high-rise or an historic brownstone, working within the existing footprint of your unit can be challenging since you don’t have the luxury of building up or adding a room like you do in a single-family home. But that doesn’t mean you don’t…
If you’re looking for a way to maximize the value of space in your new home construction or home remodel, you may want to consider a jack and jill bathroom; it’s something that many Orren Pickell homeowners are requesting. But what exactly is a jack and jill bathroom, and what are some of the benefits…
Admit it. It’s time to create the luxurious master bathroom retreat you’ve always wanted, and you find yourself looking forward to the feeling of total indulgence and relaxation you’ll be able to enjoy. But if you’re like many homeowners considering a complete bathroom remodel, what may not be clear is what to do first. Thankfully,…