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Discover how we guide you through a stress-free home remodel—from the first call to final walk-through—in this behind-the-scenes podcast episode.

Inside Our Remodeling Process – What to Expect From Start to Finish

Discover 2025 home remodeling trends in Lafayette, IN—stylish kitchens, spa-like bathrooms, and modern design ideas to elevate your home.

2025 Remodeling Trends: Turning Ordinary Homes into Extraordinary Spaces

Imagine a holiday season where hosting is effortless, and your home is ready for family and friends. Thoughtful remodeling choices can transform your kitchen, basement, and living spaces into a stress-free haven, perfect for creating cherished holiday memories.

The Ultimate Holiday Stress Reliever

Discover how home remodeling trends have evolved in Greater Lafayette over the past 15 years. Andy Haste and Kelly Grish share insights on changing styles, materials, and homeowner priorities.

How Has Greater Lafayette Remodeling Changed in the Past 15 Years

Discover the benefits of remodeling with a dedicated designer versus without. Learn how a design/build firm like Riverside Construction can enhance your project.

Does it Make Sense to Design Your Remodeling Project?

Discover the key signs of a top-quality bathroom remodeler! Learn how thorough inspections, required permits, detailed planning, solid fixture backing, and electrical capacity verification ensure a successful renovation. Read more to make sure your remodeler knows what they're doing.

5 Signs That Your Bathroom Remodeler Knows What They're Doing

Discover simple, smart kitchen storage solutions to maximize space and reduce clutter. Transform your kitchen with practical tips and tricks.

How to Not Hate Your Kitchen Storage

Discover how to avoid renovation pitfalls with Riverside Construction. Enjoy a seamless, stress-free home transformation journey.

3 Failures You Can Avoid With An Experienced Remodeler

Explore Lafayette's 2024 home design trends for personal, stylish spaces. Consult Riverside Construction for tailored, trend-forward makeovers.

Unveiling 2024 Lafayette Design Trends

Discover a West Lafayette couple's journey transforming a dated ranch house into a dream home with Riverside Construction's expertise.

Reviving a Ranch House: A West Lafayette Couple's Journey to Their Dream Home with Riverside Construction

Explore the top reasons to remodel your Lafayette home in 2024, from enhancing value to personalizing your space for a transformative living experience.

Top 7 Reasons to Transform Your Living Space in 2024

Explore practical kitchen updates for the holidays to enhance hosting, from storage solutions to island seating, in our latest blog post.

Holiday Harmony: Practical Kitchen Updates for Better Hosting

Craft the perfect Lafayette home office with Riverside Construction's expert tips on design and ergonomics. Elevate your workspace today!

A Lafayette Home Office That Works As Hard As You Do

Master multi-purpose design with Riverside Construction in Lafayette, IN. Enhance your living spaces with our innovative solutions.

Mastering the Art of Multi-Purpose Design in Greater Lafayette Homes

Preserve the charm and value of your home in Greater Lafayette. Learn how to prioritize home projects and discover the benefits of regular repairs and maintenance.

Enjoyable Home Updates in Greater Lafayette That Truly Pay Off

Discover the benefits of a design-build firm for home remodel in Greater Lafayette. Streamline your project with seamless coordination and expert guidance.

Why Choosing a Design-Build Firm for Your Home Remodel in Greater Lafayette Can Be a Smart Financial Decision

Discover the perfect pantry for your Lafayette kitchen. A look at the key differences between walk-in and built-in pantries along with their pros and cons.

How To Choose the Perfect Pantry for Your Lafayette or West Lafayette Kitchen

Learn how remodeling a home for multigenerational living can create safe and inclusive bathrooms with universal design principles. Contact us today.

Bathrooms Designed for Safety: Universal Design & Aging in Place Remodeling

A look at the growing multigenerational living trend and great ways to remodel your Lafayette home to accommodate your extended family.

Remodeling Your Home for Multigenerational Living

Discover why engaging with a designer early in the design-build remodeling process is so essential to a successful Lafayette home remodel.

What the Design Phase of a Design-Build Home Remodeling Process Looks Like

Discover how to do basement renovations on a budget with these 3 ideas. From lighting to flooring, know how to transform your space affordably. Contact us.

Basement Renovations: 3 Budgets, 3 Basements

Discover the pros and cons of different sunroom materials, including flooring options, window types, and heating methods. Contact us.

How To Choose the Best Materials for your Four-Season Sunroom

Wondering how to finance your next home improvement project? Check out this article for all the info you need on refinancing your remodel. Contact us.

How to Pay For Your Lafayette or West Lafayette Home Remodel

Are you working to find space for your holiday guests? Does your home not feel usable during the holidays? Check out these remodeling solutions!

Post-Holiday Issues With Your Home That Remodeling Can Fix

If you're thinking of kitchen remodeling, it's vital to know the differences between stock, semi-custom, and custom cabinetry to make the best decision.

What are the key differences between stock, semi-custom, and custom cabinetry?

A look at the many pros and cons Lafayette homeowners face between remodeling an existing home or deciding to build a new house entirely.

Building a New Home vs. Remodeling an Existing One: The Pros and Cons

Hiring a remodeling contractor? Get started with our list of questions to ask remodeling contractor to ensure a successful project.

8 Essential Questions to Ask Remodeling Contractor Before Hiring

Are you renovating your kitchen and not sure what features to include? Check out this list of essential features that are popular in Tippecanoe County!

Must Have Kitchen Features Homeowners Request in Tippecanoe County

Discover the seven compelling benefits of transforming your unfinished basement into a fully utilized area. Contact us today for more information.

The Benefits of Finishing Your Unfinished Basement in Lafayette and West Lafayette, IN

Want to remodel your basement but not sure where to start? Check out these features that will improve any basement remodel! For more information call us.

Maximize Your Basement Remodel by Including These Key Elements or Design Features

A look at effective ways to design your beautiful home offices in a post-Covid world. Tips and ideas for work-at-home Lafayette homeowners.

2 Ways to Design and Build a Beautiful Home Office

Popular Kitchen Design Ideas to Consider for Your West Lafayette Kitchen Remodel

Understand the distinctions among screened-in porches, three-season rooms, and sunrooms to determine the ideal choice based on your needs and budget.

3 Ways to Let the Sun Shine In: Differences Between a Screened-In Porch, Three-Season Room, and a Sunroom

How do you make a long, narrow kitchen with limited space on both sides bigger? Here is the five simple way how to expand a galley kitchen.

How to Expand a Galley Kitchen - 5 Easy Solutions

Overcome these common kitchen design issues by following our handy guide on what to consider before a new kitchen remodel.

10 Common Kitchen Design Issues and How to Fix Them

Looking to remodel your house? Learn how to choose a remodeling contractor that's reliable, trustworthy, and fits your needs.

Home Remodeling Guide: How to Choose a Remodeling Contractor that Is Right for You

Do you know how to remove kitchen soffit? Here you need to know five careful considerations before you take any attempt.

How to Remove Kitchen Soffit - 5 Careful Considerations

It's important to create a healthy home lighting plan that can improve your sleep and overall health for your home project.

Why It’s Important to Create a Healthy Home Lighting Plan for Your Lafayette or West Lafayette Home Remodel

12 Design Essentials for Your Next West Lafayette Bathroom Remodel

A look at the emerging home design and remodeling trends we’re seeing for 2022 in Lafayette IN, including for kitchens, bathrooms, and basements.

Home Design and Remodeling Trends to Consider for 2022 in Lafayette IN

From butcher block and marble to quartz and tile, we look at the things you need to know about the most popular home surface materials.

What You Need to Know About Home Surface Materials

Make sure your next kitchen remodel goes to plan by avoiding these common kitchen design mistakes that can turn your dream kitchen into a nightmare.

Considering a Kitchen Remodel? Plan Ahead and Avoid These 9 Common Kitchen Design Mistakes

A look at why patience is required when remodeling your home during a pandemic and some of the issues you might face.

Why Patience is a Virtue When Remodeling During a Pandemic

Discover the secrets to building a stunning sunroom that matches your style. Get inspired by Riverside Construction's design ideas and expert advice.

Design the Perfect Sunroom

Create the ultimate media room in your Greater Lafayette home by considering these essential five factors. Contact us today for expert guidance.

5 Considerations for Designing the Ultimate Media Room for Your West Lafayette Home

6 Reasons You Should Avoid a DIY Bathroom Remodel

Maximize your kitchen space with creative storage solutions from Riverside Construction! Learn how to declutter and organize your kitchen.

How To Create Better Storage in Your Kitchen

Gain an inside view of a client's kitchen remodel experience with Riverside Construction. Transform your space with confidence. Contact us.

Inside View: A Client's Kitchen Remodeling Experience with Riverside

Q&A: A Client's Kitchen Remodeling Experience with Riverside

Discover expert tips and tricks to navigate your kitchen remodel smoothly from Riverside Construction. Transform your space hassle-free. Start today!

How to Survive Your Kitchen Remodel

Five Ways to Overcome Your Home Remodeling Fears

It's in the Details: Small Remodeling Projects Can Make a Huge Difference

Kitchen Islands 101: The Complete Guide

How to Renovate Your Master Bathroom into a Spa Oasis

Maximize Your Home's Potential with a Basement Kitchen: Discover the benefits of adding a functional kitchen space below ground level.

Remodeling a Basement? Why You Should Consider Adding a Basement Kitchen

How COVID Is Reshaping Home Design and What Homeowners Want

7 Mistakes to Avoid In Your Bathroom Renovation

Compelling Reasons Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Plan Your Home Remodeling Project

Whether you have home renovation projects in mind to adapt to recent changes in your family or lifestyle or you simply want to increase your property’s value before officially putting it on the market, summer is the perfect opportunity to begin work. Not only do you have more free time in the summer to make changes, but the weather is also ideal for making upgrades both inside and out. With that in mind, here are five home remodeling projects that are perfect for summer.

Five Home Renovation Projects Perfect for Summer

Unleash your creativity and productivity with Riverside Construction's proven techniques for designing and building your perfect home office.

2 Ways to Design and Build Your Perfect Home Office

Transform your living space responsibly amidst the pandemic. Learn how to renovate safely and efficiently with our expert guidance. Take the 1st step.

Responsible Renovation in the Time of COVID-19

Riverside Construction put together some fun, inspirational March Madness-inspired remodeling ideas from all over the country. Incorporate a basketball court into your home.

Bring March Madness Home

Discover the latest bathroom design trends in West Lafayette, IN! Get inspired by Riverside Construction's stunning ideas and transform your space.

2020 Bathroom Design Trends Popular in West Lafayette

2020 Kitchen Design Trends to Watch for in Tippecanoe County

5 Tips to Ensure Your Home Addition Blends Seamlessly With Your Home

Discover the wide range of kitchen faucet finishes and types available to choose from. Select the right one for your home with this comprehensive guide.

Choosing Kitchen Faucet Finishes and Types

Enhance the comfort and livability of your home with aging-in-place bathroom design elements. Contact us today!

What to Include in a Successful Aging-In-Place Bathroom Remodel

Five Benefits to Downsizing Your Home and Simplifying Your Life

A kitchen soffit often called a "bulkhead," is a portion of the ceiling that has been built lower than the area around it. Although not as popular today, soffits are common in older homes built before the year 2000.

Can You Remove Your Kitchen Soffit? 4 Careful Considerations

Get the perfect flooring for your workout room! Riverside Construction explores the best options for durability and shock absorption.

How to Select the Best Flooring For Your Home Workout Room

Popular Kitchen Appliance Trends for 2019

Why Thinking Through a Design Plan for Your Remodel Is Important

Start your kitchen remodel project confidently by getting answers to these six crucial questions beforehand to ensure a successful transformation.

6 Revealing Questions to Ask Before Remodeling Your Kitchen

6 Popular Flooring Trends in Tippecanoe County for 2019

Kitchen Lighting 101: 4 Essentials to Consider in Your Next Kitchen Remodel

2019 Basement Design Trends to Watch for in Tippecanoe County

Maximize the success of your remodeling project by sidestepping these 5 common design errors. Learn from the experts at Riverside Construction.

5 Major Remodeling Design Mistakes To Avoid

5 Popular Kitchen Remodeling Trends in Lafayette

Avoid These 5 Disastrous, But Surprisingly Common Basement Remodeling Mistakes

Enhance your Lafayette home with a well-planned addition. Find step-by-step guidance and valuable insights from Riverside Construction.

Your Lafayette Home Addition Guide: How to Add Lifetime Value to Your Home

11 Kitchen Remodeling Ideas to Add Long-Term Function and Value to Your Home

Countertops 101: The Pros and Cons of Engineered Quartz

2018 Stylish Design Trends for the Bathroom

Transform your basement into a stunning living space with our expert renovation services. Get inspired and start your dream project today!

A 2017 Recap: Riverside Construction’s Best Before and After Basement Renovations

Riverside Construction Before and After Home Renovations

10 Ways to Winterize your Midwest Home

Benefits of 3D Design in Home Remodeling

An Inside Look Into the Remodeling Design Process

Don't rush into remodeling your new home. Find out why waiting can lead to better results! Discover the top 3 reasons to postpone remodeling.

Don’t Remodel Your New Home Just Yet: 3 Unexpected Reasons to Wait

Learn about the three types of kitchen remodels and determine which is right for you: Basic, Mid-Level, or Custom.

Bathroom Remodels: 3 Budgets, 3 Bathrooms

Learn about the three types of kitchen remodels and determine which is right for you: Basic, Mid-Level, or Deluxe.

Kitchen Remodels: 3 Budgets, 3 Kitchens

Riverside Construction explores 8 basic design elements that dramatically improve the usability of your space to be considered in your next kitchen remodel.

8 Essentials for Your Next Kitchen Remodel

Check out these inspiring home remodeling design trends that are trending in the Lafayette, Indiana area in 2017, courtesy of Riverside Construction.

10 Home Remodeling Design Trends for 2017 You Won’t Want to Miss

A Lesson in Kitchen Cabinetry Design

Breathtaking Design Ideas for Your Basement Renovation

Design a Custom Kitchen Perfect for Entertaining

What You Should Know Before Remodeling Your Bathroom

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Designing A Kitchen for People Who Love to Cook

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