Remodeling a kitchen is exciting, but it's important to keep safety, versatility and a budget in mind.

Redesigning a kitchen has an impact that extends well beyond one room -- it can breathe new life into an entire home. But it also can be a daunting do-it-yourself project that comes with a sizable price tag. So here's a checklist of 10 "must do" steps when designing or redesigning a kitchen to save money and maximize potential.

Pricing Your Kitchen Remodel 5 Factors to Keep in Mind

RISMEDIA, July 31, 2010Homeowners who are looking to remodel their kitchen should keep the following factorsthat can significantly affect the price of their remodelin mind as they begin to make plans to upgrade their kitchen. According to Kitchen Tune-Up,

10-step kitchen remodeling checklist

Redesigning a kitchen has an impact that extends well beyond one room -- it can breathe new life into an entire home. But it also can be a daunting project with a sizeable price tag. Here are 10 key steps when designing or redesigning a kitchen to save money and maximize potential:

house plans

While the Gerard's rear elevation has the richly windowed, A-frame look typical of a vacation retreat, its front facade and full-featured interior make it equally well suited for year-round residency. Abundant natural light washes into the great room through a bank of sparkling windows, stacked three high, plus two atrium doors that provide deck access. Utility room amenities include cabinets on ...

Guitarist Reynold Philipsek looks back with a new CD, and this weeks jazz picks

If youve heard someone play jazz guitar at Hells Kitchen or the Global Market, Centennial Lakes or the Cedar, the Lake Harriet Bandshell or numerous other places around the Twin Cities, chances are it was Reynold Philipsek. He seems to be everywhere, performing with his own quartet, his group East Side, the Twin Cities Hot Club, Gypsy Mania, or Sidewalk Café.