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Kitchen Design

Introduction to Induction Cooktops

Among the decisions you face during a kitchen remodel is choosing your appliances, and one of which is your stove. When selecting the right range, there’s more to consider than size and finish. Most serious cooks prefer gas stoves for the heat control, while homeowners who want easy clean-up opt for a smooth top electric. […]

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9 Unique Kitchen Features to Include in Your Next Kitchen Remodel

​Are you planning a kitchen remodel and looking to infuse your space with style, functionality, and innovative design? Look no further! In this listicle, we present a curated collection of unique kitchen features that are absolute must-haves for your kitchen remodel. From space-saving appliances to cutting-edge technology, these features will transform your kitchen into a […]

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Quartz vs. Granite Countertops

During consultations with homeowners regarding kitchen or bathroom remodeling projects, we are frequently asked to provide our expert opinion on countertop options. Typically, our clients tend to favor granite and quartz surfaces, both of which offer a sleek, elegant appearance, excellent durability, and a significant boost to the value of their homes. However, despite these […]

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Lipcius Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Remodel

When the Lipcius family decided to start a kitchen remodel, they knew they needed professionals to make their dream kitchen become a reality. The Hatchett Design Remodel team stepped up to the challenge, turning their dated space into an efficient and beautiful mid-century modern kitchen. Client Needs There were two major design flaws hindering the […]

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2023 Home Remodeling Trends

As we welcome a new year, we also usher in new home remodeling trends. While a trendy home might not be everyone’s cup of tea, we are sure that some of these kitchen and bathroom trends will provide inspiration for updating your home. Overall, 2023 home design trends can be described as cozy, warm, and […]

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5 Reasons to Renovate Multiple Rooms at the Same Time

If you have multiple spaces in your home that you’d like to renovate, it is both time and cost-efficient to renovate them all at the same time. Let’s take the Rust family’s recent remodel as a prime example. The Rusts have 4 bathrooms in their beach house that all needed updating. They chose to have […]

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9 Elements of a Bright, Cleanly Designed Kitchen

The Eliason family called on Hatchett Design Remodel to convert their dark, outdated kitchen into a bright space with simple, clean lines. To accomplish this look, there are 9 key elements that Jessica was sure to include in her design. Element #1 – Light The first step of this remodel was to demo the wall […]

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6 Designer Top Picks – Signature Hardware

The Signature Hardware collection was the subject of a training session that Hatchett Design Remodel’s design team recently attended. After the training session, we asked the designers to share their favorite fixtures and tell us why they love them.  These are their 6 top picks. Allison: Beasley Kitchen Faucet Allison’s favorite fixture from the Signature […]

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Vincent Kitchen & Bathroom Remodel

Mr. and Mrs. Vincent chose Hatchett Design Remodel to renovate their kitchen and create an open concept living area. They enjoy hosting family functions with their children and grandchildren, and an open floorplan would provide a larger space for everyone to gather. Open Concept Kitchen In their initial consultation, our design team determined that the […]

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Zizzo Kitchen Remodel

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Making a House Your Home

When buying a new home, it’s hard to find a house that has everything you want. The best advice Hatchett Design Remodel can give is to find a house that has the hard-to-change features you most desire – like the location, neighborhood, lot size, or the view. Most anything else about a house can be […]

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How COVID-19 Impacted Home Remodeling

While COVID-19 leaves a great deal of hardship and heartbreak in its wake, there is some good that has come out of the pandemic. Hatchett Design Remodel was fortunate to be among the essential businesses allowed to continue operation. However, it meant overhauling our 60-year tried and true process. It wasn’t easy, but our team […]

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Cabinetry Trends

Hatchett Design Remodel designs and builds spaces that are as functional as they are beautiful. To help us accomplish this, we stay on top of design trends and partner with vendors whose products respond to the ever-changing needs of homeowners. Ultracraft, one of our cabinetry vendors, recently shared how their collection is evolving with your […]

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Momper Kitchen Remodel

The Mompers bought a beautiful old home overlooking the water in Carrollton, Virginia. The original portion of the house was built more than 200 years ago, and the kitchen addition was built in the last century. Their home is loaded with character and charm, but Mrs. Momper felt the kitchen was too dark and that […]

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Bourke Kitchen Remodel

The Bourke kitchen remodel is a stunning example of how Hatchett Design Remodel can give your kitchen a completely new look without changing the footprint of the space. We transformed the kitchen in the Bourkes’ Norfolk home by updating the cabinets, countertops, backsplash, and appliances. We also added a kitchen island and various types of […]

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Top Knobs Kitchen & Bathroom Remodels

Attention to detail is a distinguishing difference between Hatchett Design Remodel and other design/build firms in Hampton Roads. Over the last 60 years, we have fine tuned our design process to ensure that each little detail lives up to Hatchett’s exceptional reputation. Our dedication to quality is why we are very selective about the vendors […]

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Kitchen & Bathroom Tile

Quality craftsmanship is one of the reasons homeowners choose Hatchett Design Remodel. To ensure the quality of our craftsmanship, we rely on quality products from our elite group of vendors. Mosaic Tile in Virginia Beach is one of our trusted partners, and here’s why. About Mosaic Tile Co. Founded in 1972, Mosaic Tile is a […]

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Reuter Kitchen Remodel

When the Reuter family decided to remodel their home in Williamsburg, they called Hatchett Design Remodel. Like many homeowners looking to remodel, they were generally pleased with the layout of their kitchen.  That said, they also felt it was too dark, showing signs of wear and just needed a refresh. Reuter Kitchen BEFORE Light Painted […]

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Browning Kitchen Remodel

Mr. and Mrs. Browning contacted Hatchett Design Remodel, because they wanted to update the kitchen in their Virginia Beach home. Overall, they were happy with the bold green color of the walls and the footprint of their kitchen, but they wanted the space to be more functional and up to date. Browning Kitchen BEFORE White […]

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Brady Home Remodel

Tina Brady’s home in Norfolk was built in 1912. Like most homes from that era, the kitchen was small and the laundry room was in the basement. Brady Kitchen BEFORE The only way to enlarge her kitchen, bring the laundry up to the main level and add a half bath was to build an addition, […]

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