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More Orange County Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Inspiration

As we approach the two-thirds mark on our march through 2025, the emphasis on style, functionality, and convenience continues when it comes to kitchen and bath remodeling in Orange County homes.

Homeowners crave comfort as well as sophistication in their projects. We looked at kitchen and bath remodeling trends at the first of the year. Let’s dive in and take a look again. Surely you’ll find something to inspire you in the bathroom, kitchen, and whole house renovations by Inspired Remodels.

Custom Kitchen Hoods

Ventilation hoods no longer serve a purely utilitarian purpose. Upscale kitchen remodeling projects in Orange County now include custom hoods. No longer a workhorse, these custom kitchen hoods now serve as statement pieces.

Custom hoods complement the cabinetry and overall design aesthetic while efficiently removing particles, odors, and heat generated by cooking indoors.

This gorgeous range hood efficiently removes grease, moisture, and particles from the air and thus prevents them from settling on backsplashes, counters, and cabinets. And it looks stunning whether at work or simply waiting for the next task.

Custom hoods also let you make the most of the space available and allow you to integrate hoods in odd-shaped areas.

Big Vibes in Small Spaces

Powder rooms and guest bathrooms are stepping up their design game in Orange County. Bath remodeling in smaller spaces includes floating vanities for the ultimate visual trick to make the room look bigger.

Bright chrome fixtures and barn door-inspired hardware bring a contemporary look with strong vibes that make a small guest bathroom appear spacious.

Don’t be afraid to use color and pattern. But exercise moderation. With bold colors, a little goes a very long way. In small spaces, this adage rings doubly true.

Natural Materials

Along with biophilic design, natural materials find their way into kitchen and bath remodeling projects all over Orange County.

Stone and wood play dominant roles in cabinetry, flooring, and shelving. Earthy tones provide a neutral backdrop that lets pops of brighter colors shine.

Whether the homeowner opts for authentic wood floors or wood-look porcelain and ceramic tiles, wood flooring remains a dominant choice in both kitchen and bath remodeling projects.

While quartz remains popular for countertops, homeowners opt for quartzite to bring a more natural feel to their designs. Stone, granite, and marble add a touch of cool elegance to any kitchen and bath remodeling update.

Luxury Twists

For the kitchen, this can mean dedicated dining areas, undercounter lighting, and high-end appliances. In the bathroom, homeowners want luxury in the form of heated or lighted mirrors, heated floors, and standalone tubs.

Primary retreats include en suite bathrooms where the spa vibe dominates. Once again, look to natural luxury materials like wood custom cabinets and stone vanity tops. Toss in a fireplace for the ultimate luxury touch.

Orange County Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Pros

In Orange County, trust your kitchen and bath remodeling project to the pros at Inspired Remodels. Watch your dreams transform into plans, and plans become reality.

Whether you need an updated kitchen, new life in the bathroom, or an update to the entire house, Inspired Remodels creates functional and beautiful spaces for the way you live.

How to Hire a Home Remodel Contractor

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Earlier this month we looked at hiring a kitchen remodel company. The skill set for remodeling a kitchen is similar, but there are some specific things you need to know before you hire a home remodel contractor. Chances are, your home remodel contractor will be working in more than one room. They might even add a room to your house. Here’s how to hire a home remodel contractor in Orange County.

Understand the Regulatory Requirements

Some jobs require permits and others do not. Failing to get permits when permits are required leads to problems down the road. Your insurance company may refuse to cover your house if it violates code and the costs to bring your home into compliance will probably be greater than if you had followed code in the beginning. That’s because engineers may be brought in to assess the structure.

So, just start by finding out what work requires a permit and what does not. Then when talking to your home remodel contractor, find out if they will be responsible for pulling the permits. If the contractor asks the homeowner to get the permits that’s a warning sign. The contractor may have problems with their license or insurance that will be uncovered during the permit application.

Be Honest About Your Budget

You know how much to have to spend on your remodel project. Be honest with the contractor about it. A seasoned contractor knows that you should include a contingency amount in the total budget. An experienced home remodel contractor can also tell you if your budget is realistic.

Get the work to be covered by your budgeted amount in writing. In other words, make sure you have a contract and the contract specifies the amount budgeted. You will also want to include a change order process. If during the project changes are required to the scope of the work (such as discovering a load bearing wall), the contract should include a process for approving these changes.

If the contractor excludes items from the contract, find out the value of these items to make sure you are still on budget. For example, if the project includes the installation of barn doors but the contract doesn’t include the actual cost of the doors, you need to make sure they are in your budget.

Also, remember that when it comes to home remodeling materials and workmanship the cost reflects the quality.

Connect with the Contractor

Don’t hire a home remodel contractor that you can’t personally connect with. This company is going to be in your house and they may be there for weeks.

You need a contractor with a personality and style that meshes with your own. You also need to know you can connect with the contractor when you have questions or a problem occurs. A reputable home remodel contractor like Inspired Remodels will provide you with a point person for the entirety of the project. Make sure this is a person that works well with your personality and style.

Home remodeling is stressful. Dreading a conversation, text or email with the contractor only adds more stress. So, select someone you can communicate with.

Check those Credentials and References

This is so obvious but it must be said. Check the references and credentials of the contractor. It’s easy to check a license online with the State of California and with sites such as Google and Yelp, it’s easy to find references. Be like Nike and just do it.

Orange County Home Remodel Contractor with Integrity

You won’t go wrong if you go with Inspired Remodels. That’s the home remodel contractor with integrity and a long list of happy customers and successful projects.