The Avery Journal

Remodeling Journal

A starting place for a more informed remodel. Explore Avery's original articles on design decisions, planning, and the practical questions that shape a home renovation.

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Browse the editorial archive by topic, or search for a question on your mind. Dates reflect the original publication, not a new project announcement.

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KitchensDecember 14, 2021

10 Questions to Ask Kitchen Remodelers

Before hiring a kitchen remodeler, ask about previous work, project scope, communication, scheduling, credentials, permits, payment terms, and the details of the contract.

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Original editorial kitchen illustration with blue cabinetry, a patterned backsplash, a stainless-steel range, and Avery branding. — Editorial imageOriginal branded editorial kitchen illustration accompanying the article; not verified as a completed Avery project.Illustrates the topic; not a completed Avery project claim.

KitchensNovember 19, 2021

How to Make the Most of Your Kitchen Space During a Kitchen Renovation Project

Make better use of your kitchen with cabinet updates, coordinated materials, island storage, informal seating, and lighting that supports everyday tasks.

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Editorial illustration of a bright bedroom beneath a sloped ceiling, with a white bed, wooden shelving and Avery branding. — Editorial imageOriginal article illustration of a bedroom beneath a sloped ceiling; not verified as completed Avery work.Illustrates the topic; not a completed Avery project claim.

Home AdditionsNovember 8, 2021

10 Ideas for a New Room Addition to Your Home

Explore ten ways to create more usable space, from sunrooms and kitchen bump-outs to guest suites, attic conversions and family rooms, with planning considerations for your home's layout and structure.

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Close-up of a mosaic tile shower wall with a metal fixture and Avery branding. — Editorial imageOriginal editorial illustration showing a shower tile detail with Avery branding; not verified as a completed Avery project.Illustrates the topic; not a completed Avery project claim.

BathroomsOctober 23, 2021

How to Improve Your Shower with These 10 Shower Remodel Ideas

Explore ten shower remodel ideas, from modern and farmhouse styling to storage, updated fixtures, natural materials, and a more unified shower design. Start by considering how the bathroom is used and how extensive the changes need to be.

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Bathtub beneath a window with blinds, protective plastic sheeting, and an unfinished blue wall; Avery branding appears at the top. — Editorial imageOriginal article illustration showing a bathtub area during renovation; not identified as a completed Avery project.Illustrates the topic; not a completed Avery project claim.

BathroomsSeptember 23, 2021

Small Bathroom Remodel: Tips for Remodeling a Small Bathroom in Your Home

Make the most of a small bathroom with thoughtful lighting, wall-mounted fixtures, creative storage, and a shower or tub layout that suits the space.

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BathroomsJune 23, 2020

Your First Florida Home Remodeling Project Should Include This Room

A bathroom can be a practical place to begin remodeling. Explore the original article’s ideas for showers, natural light, soaking tubs, separate vanities and heating.

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Circular decorative mosaic floor medallion with scrolling patterns, surrounded by beige tiles. — Editorial imageOriginal article editorial illustration of a decorative tile floor; not verified as completed Avery work.Illustrates the topic; not a completed Avery project claim.

Planning & DesignJune 23, 2020

How to choose the right flooring for your Florida home remodeling venture

Consider foot traffic, spills, warmth, atmosphere and color when choosing flooring that suits your rooms and your remodeling plans.

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BathroomsJune 23, 2020

For the Best Results, Choose Full Design and Build Services for your Florida Bathroom Remodeling Project

Consider how a coordinated design and build approach can connect bathroom design, project scope, scheduling, communication, construction advice, and visualization.

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Kitchen with natural wood cabinetry, granite countertops, dark appliances, recessed lighting and colored pendant lights. — Editorial imageOriginal featured photograph accompanying Avery’s 2020 kitchen remodeling article, showing natural wood cabinetry and granite countertops.Illustrates the topic; not a completed Avery project claim.

KitchensJune 23, 2020

Rock Solid Relationship!

An archived kitchen remodeling story traces the homeowners’ selections from a 3D cabinet design to clear-coated hickory cabinetry, Piracema White granite and coordinated lighting and finishes.

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KitchensJune 22, 2020

Beautiful Open Kitchen Concept with Island

An open kitchen featured in June 2020 combines a cooktop island, a glass-and-stainless-steel exhaust hood, granite preparation surfaces, and storage in a layout suited to entertaining.

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