These homeowners wanted big remodeling bang on a moderate budget. Designer Kevin Alter suggested focusing their dollars on frequently used spaces such as the kitchen and master bath while choosing simple but effective upgrades (like new windows and fewer More
Like the kitchen, this master bath renovation looks like a million bucks but cost a fraction of that. A pared-down palette and tricks from tradesmen cut costs but not corners. It all started with the homeowner's request for a bigger window. Alter suggeste More
Conventional wisdom hits the chopping block in this year’s kitchen and bath competition. More
Kevin Alter sees architecture as a backdrop rather than a leading character in a custom home. This new Austin, Texas, master bath shows off his design philosophy with clean lines that allow interesting finishes and natural light to attract attention. More
The owners of this Austin, Texas, home wanted big remodeling bang on a moderate budget, so architect Kevin Alter suggested they focus on the kitchen. He combined it with an enclosed foyer and coat closet and knocked down a few walls to garner more space and better integration with other rooms. More
As life becomes more hectic, many homeowners seek custom houses that work efficiently and live casually. More
The owners of this Kirkland, Wash., house are “serious cooks who had a lot of hard-working requests for the kitchen.” More
The kitchen remodel for a pair of Hollywood foodies had to accommodate their high-wattage soirees and give them the means to pursue their passion: cooking and serving the food themselves. More
The homeowners of this Austin, Texas, remodel wanted every room to foster family togetherness, even the master bath. More
