ON THE LEVEL: Finding Solutions for your Storage Needs
Here is another helpful and informative article from Hibbard Construction‘s Newsletter, “On The Level”
Is the solution to your storage problem consist of adding shelves, installing cabinets, and buying wardrobes and armoires? Well that might be a temporary fix, but the best way to address your storage issues is when you are remodeling your home.
Adequate storage in the home has become a hot topic among designers and remodelers recently. More and more clients are finding themselves squeezed into homes with smaller square footage and lacking adequate storage space for todays active family lifestyle.
Rest assured there are ways to gain extra storage space that you didn’t even know you had, and the cost of doing it wont break the bank!
Build High Ceilings
If you can’t build out, try going up! Tall ceilings can be used to gain more storage in several rooms. In your closets, higher shelves can be placed above your normal rod for items that are seasonal. Kitchens and Great Rooms can also benefit from higher ceilings because taller cabinets can be installed. Don’t forget the open area above the wall cabinets, which can house anything from a basket of books to speakers.
Add Space in the Walls
Have a recessed cabinet installed! Recessed cabinets are designed to fit between the 16” studs found in most homes. A recessed cabinet can be installed in just a few hours and designed to match the trim already in your home. Recessed cabinets come in an array of types and styles. Price and quality of materials vary, but the goal is the same: Utilize that space inside your wall.
If you have stairs, putting deep drawers or cabinet style doors on the side can help you get the most use out of an otherwise waste of space. You will be surprised at the amount of storage available when you utilize this area.
Plan for Attic Storage
If you are going to have a steep roof or have one already, take advantage of this extra storage space. When you build, make sure the ceiling joists are sized large enough to carry any extra load created from your storage items. ONE TIP – If you install “real” stairs instead of pull down stairs, getting those Christmas decorations down every year will be much easier!
Create Built-in Seating
A mudroom is the perfect place for built-in seating. If you build the seating with a hinged top or deep drawers, you get the perfect place to store your shoes. In a bedroom, you have the perfect place to read a book and hide extra blankets at the same time.
Add an Island
Islands can be great in a kitchen for extra storage, but have you tried one on wheels? If you need more room in the kitchen, you simply roll it out of the way. Have you thought about an island in your closet? If you have a large walk-in closet, why not take advantage of that extra floor space? A small island makes a perfect place for extra storage and you may be able to free up some floor space in your bedroom by not having an extra dresser.
Don’t Skimp on the Garage
With the popularity of SUVs and mini vans, it is important you make sure your new garage will be big enough to hold the family car. For example, the GMC Yukon has a length of 198.9 inches and the Yukon XL has a length of 219.3 inches. If you plan on walking around it after you park, that garage had better be deeper than 20 feet.
An over sized garage will also allow for shelving units to be installed. This will give you an abundance of storage for your seasonal decorations, camping equipment, and lawn and garden supplies.
All in all, there are numerous ways to gain more storage. It just takes some creativity and a contractor who can help you identify ways to utilize the space you didn’t know you had!
VIRTUAL TOUR: Remarkable Lake Coeur d’Alene View Parcel in Gozzer Ranch
REMARKABLE
Lake Coeur d’Alene View Parcel!
Coeur d’Alene Lake View Golf Course Lot in Gozzer Ranch, a gated members-only community nestled above Arrow Point. This piece is located near Hole #5 of Champion-Quality Gozzer Golf Club. (Membership may be available separately.)
Call Randy Oetken
Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty
208-660-0518
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or Text KETT to 72727 for more information
VIRTUAL TOUR: Clearwater Area 20 Acre Resort
20 Acre Resort
This 20 Acre Resort is located on Highway 12 in the heart of Idaho. Nominated one of the nations top-ranked Scenic Byways, Highway 12 traces the original Lewis & Clark Trail.
If the area draws them in, then the Resort and its many amenities keeps them coming back. This well-established business, first built in 1979, has continued to grow and thrive under visionary ownership. It currently boasts a full menu of guest accommodations and services:
- 21 Room Motel, built to Best Western standards in 1994 (8 rooms with 1 King bed; 13 rooms with 2 Queen beds)
- Café
- Tavern
- RV Park with 140+ RV sites (45 Pull-through sites) & 30—50 Amp power
- 7 Guest Cabins
- Gym
- Fishing Pond stocked with trout
- Pool/Spa
- Laundry Facilities
- 1720 sqft private home, which could serve as Owner’s/Manager residence.
- Water Company with deeded water rights serving 90+ customers & room to expand.
The idyllic setting features beautiful natural landscaping and is shaded with over 300 Poplar, Pine & Fruit trees. Green grass carpets the open gathering areas, complete with a lovely Gazebo, Pond with Fountain. Charming antiques dot the park-like grounds, beckoning visitors to the serenity and simplicity of yesteryear. This is the venue for a Bike Rallies, Family Reunions, Weddings, and the Annual Bluegrass Festival, to name just a few. It’s no mystery why New and Returning Guests & Events are booked well into 2013.
Turnkey Equipment & Inventory included in sale.
$1,850,000
NOW $1,650,000
Call for a complete list of amenities, legal descriptions, and equipment/inventory.
Call
Randy Oetken
of Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty:
208-660-0518
Check it out at
http://www.realestate-browser.com/viewdetails.php?nid=79587&mls=11-5621
or Text 20AC to 72727 for more information
Post Falls Area Real Estate: 2 10 Acre View Parcels
Leatherwood Estates
BUILD YOUR CUSTOM ESTATE IN LEATHERWOOD!
Explore the length and breadth of these 10 Acre parcels to discover their truly exquisite characteristics: numerous possible home sites, treed areas, rock outcroppings & tremendous valley, mountain, and Lake Newman views!
A very private & serene part of North Idaho, and located south of the Spokane River, minutes to I90, enabling easy commuting to both North Idaho and Spokane destinations.
A building pad is already roughed in if you desire to place your home on that particular site. Electricity & phone available. The property was previously perc tested – just need to reapply.
Call for info about a well.
Two Parcels are available. Bring your family and friends or just keep all 20 Acres to yourself! Great for horses!
Inquire about terms.
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of Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty today:
208-660-0518
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MODERN MARVEL: Price Reduced on Coeur d’Alene Luxury View Estate
Contemporary View Estate on 10.5 Acres
PRICED BELOW REPLACEMENT COST:
Don’t let the sleek lines deceive you! This Contemporary Luxury home, by Award-Winning Architect Gordon Longwell and crafted by Ginno Construction, is anything but SIMPLE.
Smart-design and State-of-the-Art Amenities unpretentiously defer to the true show-stopper of this Modern Marvel: an astounding VIEW.
Almost every space in 4200 square feet feature huge windows to take in that Top of the World vista. Enjoy nature’s splendour from the Main Level Great Room area with Gourmet Kitchen & minimalist wood-burning Vortex Fireplace. Or from the spacious Master Suite with private Deck access & heated tile bathroom flooring.
You might decide to relocate your business to this private estate, because the lower level, which also features that panoramic vista, includes climate-controlled computer room & all the hi-tech office accommodations you may possibly need.
A very large shop is ready for all the latest of computerized equipment and vehicles, in addition to the drive-through 6 Car garage that already accompanies the house.
This estate is located on
10.5 private acres above the Spokane River,
very close to city amenities.
With meadows of lush green grass this property is great for horses, too.
NOW $779,000
SOLD!
Call Christy Oetken
of Windermere Coeur d’Alene Realty today:
208-660-0506
Check it out at
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