5 Charlotte Remodels That Pay Off
5 Remodels That Pay Off While remodeling your home is often a labor of love born from the dream of a beautiful home, the financial cost of a luxury home remodel can feel daunting to the modern homeowner, even when renovations are seemingly necessary. If you’re feeling apprehensive about signing off on a six-figure remodeling […]
Our Top Fall Design Trends for 2026
Our Top Fall Design Trends of 2026 With fall on the horizon and Halloween decor already in stores, many homeowners with brand-new kitchens, bathrooms, and living rooms find themselves excited to begin planting orange and burgundy throw pillows, pumpkin tchotchkes, and cinnamon candles in their new spaces. However, it can be daunting to decorate a […]
GJK Named in Qualified Remodeler’s Top 500 For Second Year
GJK Named Qualified Remodeler’s Top 500 For Second Year Check Out Qualified Remodeler’s Top 500 of 2026 GJK Remodeling has been named one of Qualified Remodeler’s Top 500 list for 2026, marking the second year in a row the company has earned a spot on this nationwide industry ranking. The Qualified Remodeler Top 500 recognizes […]
How To Build the Perfect Coffee Bar
How To Build the Perfect Coffee Bar in Your Charlotte Home Remodel As the school year quickly approaches, we at GJK know better than anyone how important a cup of coffee is in maintaining morning routines. A home coffee bar is one of the most requested additions in kitchen remodels right now, and for good […]
How Much Does a Kitchen Remodel Increase Home Value
Most homeowners assume a bigger kitchen remodel returns more money at resale, but the 2025 data tells a different story. This post walks through how scope choice, buyer priorities, and your home’s value ceiling shape the real return on investment on a kitchen remodel, with regional figures specific to the South Atlantic and Charlotte-area context. […]
Do You Need a Permit to Remodel a Kitchen
Many homeowners assume permits only matter when a wall comes down, so they’re surprised when a cabinet-and-countertop refresh triggers an electrical inspection. This guide walks through what kinds of kitchen work actually need a permit in Charlotte, why a single kitchen remodel can require a permit for each trade involved, and how to verify the […]
10 Common Mistakes Homeowners Make When Remodeling (And How to Avoid Them)
Remodeling your Charlotte home should feel exciting, but even the most well-prepared homeowners can run into avoidable challenges. After guiding hundreds of families through kitchen remodels, additions, and whole-home projects, we’ve noticed that many of the remodeling mistakes homeowners make aren’t about doing anything wrong — they’re simply the result of not knowing what to […]
The Art of the Dream Kitchen: How GJK’s Designers Imagine Their Perfect Space
Every homeowner imagines their dream kitchen as a space filled with light, warmth, and moments shared with family and friends. But what happens when the designers get to dream for themselves? When GJK’s creative team – Jadrien Masecchia, Julia Foley, and Taylor Wentz – were challenged to design their own dream kitchens, they approached it […]
The Value of a Detached Garage Addition: Function, Flexibility, and Financial Return
When homeowners in the Charlotte area think about expanding their living space, a detached garage addition isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind — but it should be. A well-designed detached garage can be one of the smartest investments you make in your property. Beyond offering extra storage space or parking for a […]
How to Design a Kitchen for Entertaining, Unique to Charlotte
Kitchens for entertaining are part of everyday life in Charlotte. From Sunday football watch parties to wine nights with neighbors, the kitchen often becomes the heart of every gathering. If your current kitchen feels too small, outdated, or cut off from the rest of the house, a remodel can transform it into the perfect hub […]