Author: Josh McDermott

For Josh, it’s always been about relationships. As J.T. McDermott’s 2nd generation owner, he believes nothing matters more than the enduring friendships that are built with the homeowners he serves. “If I can help both our clients grow and the team grow, everything else will take care of itself.”

Non-Porous Countertops for your St. Louis Kitchen

If you are remodeling your kitchen and looking for a low-maintenance, high-performance material that also delivers on style, choosing a non-porous countertop is definitely the way to go. Because they are non-porous, these types of countertops do not hold onto or harbor bacteria, water, mold, or other substances. When you clean it, you can be…

Quartz Kitchen Sinks for Your St. Louis Home

If you are remodeling your kitchen and thinking about what kind of sink you would like, sometimes you want something a little different than the typical stainless steel. Some of the disadvantages of stainless steel – such as the noise and potential for scratching – these are things you can avoid when you choose a…

St. Louis Kitchen Decor Trends for Fall

Whether we want to admit that summer is heading towards its logical conclusion, fall is just around the corner. Likely, you’ve already been seeing autumn décor popping up in your favorite home store, so we thought we’d talk about fall kitchen décor trends. Think functional The pumpkins, the apples – these are what we all…

Creating Zones with Different Flooring for your St. Louis Home

Open-plan spaces don’t always have to focus on a single design aesthetic. While you want to create a nice flow throughout the space, there are ways to add dimension through the creation of different zones. Applying creative lighting techniques, different types of flooring and half-walls are ways that interior designers accomplish this throughout the home….

The Pros and Cons of a Finished Basement in Your St. Louis Home

Having a finished basement in your St. Louis home can bring many benefits and when considering this type of remodel, most of our basement clients have similar goals: Gain additional entertaining and living space, Add a family room, ¾ bath and/or a formal dining room, Add an egress window (has to be no higher than…

Should I Connect My St. Louis Living Room and Dining Areas?

For us, every renovation or remodeling project begins with a conversation. We sit down with the homeowners (that’s you!) and ask pertinent questions to get a better idea of your day-to-day lifestyle and how you are intending to use the space when it’s all said and done. When we address the issue of connecting the…

How to Prepare Your St. Louis Home for Winter

Winter is coming, and with it, all its attendant issues. While St. Louis doesn’t experience the extreme cold or snowfall accumulations that they experience in the northeast, it is still cold enough that it warrants some preparation. Getting your home ready for the coming season in advance will help you avoid costly problems like burst…

The Many Benefits of Living in St. Louis

St. Louis is a city with a lot to offer for a diverse range of people. Besides the beauty and charm we see on the surface, it’s a small city that can feel like a “big” small town and within its borders, it is made up of diverse and unique neighborhoods, communities that are cultural…

The Average Cost of a Kitchen Remodel in St. Louis

We are often asked about what the average cost of a St. Louis kitchen remodel is and, the truth is, the answer varies so greatly from project to project, it’s a tough one to define. Here are a few cost concerns that will factor into your budget: 1. Skills Skills are generally the number one…

How to Avoid Traffic When Moving to St. Louis

Traffic … it’s a fact of life for everybody who lives in an urban center. Fortunately, the traffic isn’t all that bad in St. Louis – at least, it isn’t when you compare it to other metropolitan areas in the United States. In fact … a recent study concluded that St. Louis ranked number 34…