Typical remodel timelines in Austin
These are planning averages, not promises. Actual timelines depend on scope complexity, material lead times, and whether permitting is required.
Kitchen remodel timeline
Most
kitchen remodels average
about 2 months from the start of construction to completion.
If permitting is required, plan for
an additional 2–4 weeks depending on scope and inspection sequencing.
Bathroom remodel timeline
Most
bathroom remodels average
about 1 to 1.5 months.
If permitting is required, plan for
an additional 1–2 weeks.
Full home remodel timeline
Full home remodels commonly range
4–8 months, depending on scope, phasing, and complexity.
If permitting is required, it can add
about a month to the overall timeline depending on the scope and approvals/inspections needed.
A simple rule: timelines are driven less by square footage and more by
scope decisions, sequencing, and approvals.
Typical remodel timelines in Austin
These are planning averages, not promises. Actual timelines depend on scope complexity, material lead times, and whether permitting is required.
Most
kitchen remodels average
about 2 months from the start of construction to completion.
If permitting is required, plan for
an additional 2–4 weeks depending on scope and inspection sequencing.
Most
bathroom remodels average
about 1 to 1.5 months.
If permitting is required, plan for
an additional 1–2 weeks.
Full home remodels commonly range
4–8 months, depending on scope, phasing, and complexity.
If permitting is required, it can add
about a month to the overall timeline depending on the scope and approvals/inspections needed.
A simple rule: timelines are driven less by square footage and more by
scope decisions, sequencing, and approvals.
Permits in Austin: how they affect remodel timelines
Not every remodel requires permits, but when permits are needed, they can impact both start dates and construction sequencing (especially when inspections are part of the critical path).
- Kitchen remodels: permitting can add ~2–4 weeks
- Bathroom remodels: permitting can add ~1–2 weeks
- Additions / full home remodels: permitting can add ~1 month
We plan for permits early on as part of our process to keep projects efficient and effective—so approvals and inspections don’t become last-minute surprises.
The phases of a remodel (and what each phase controls)
A predictable remodel isn’t about rushing. It’s about putting the right work in the right order.
This is where timelines are won or lost. If scope is vague, schedules drift. If scope is defined, timelines become much more predictable.
Key scope choices that influence time:
- structural changes
- relocating plumbing
- relocating electrical
- specialty finishes and custom work
Selections drive schedule. Cabinets, tile, plumbing fixtures, lighting, and appliances can all create delays if decisions aren’t made early—or if materials aren’t ordered strategically.
This is where the project gets organized so construction can flow:
- sequencing and milestone planning
- ordering strategy for long-lead materials
- site protection and home logistics
- identifying high-risk unknowns early
If permits are required, inspections can become part of the timeline “critical path.” Planning for them early helps keep the overall schedule predictable.
Most timelines are shaped by:
- demo + prep
- rough-ins (plumbing/electrical)
- inspections (if required)
- drywall/paint
- cabinets/trim
- tile/countertops
- fixtures/finish-out
- punch + closeout
The final stretch matters. A strong closeout phase prevents small items from lingering after the “big” work is done.
What delays remodels most often (and how to avoid it)
These are the most common reasons projects run long:
Changes happen, but midstream shifts almost always add time. The best protection is defining “must-haves” early and treating changes as intentional decisions with clear time/cost impact.
A remodel can’t move faster than decisions. When selections are not finalized on time, trades pause and schedules slip.
Cabinetry and specialty materials can drive the timeline. The solution is early identification and a clear ordering strategy.
Older homes can reveal surprises behind walls or under floors. A clear process for discovery and rapid decision-making keeps these from derailing the schedule.
When permits apply, inspections can affect sequencing. Planning for these early prevents avoidable delays.
Without a steady cadence of communication and accountability, “small slips” turn into months. Weekly schedule ownership matters.
Living through a remodel: what’s realistic (and what’s not)
Not every remodel requires permits, but when permits are needed, they can impact both start dates and construction sequencing (especially when inspections are part A common question is whether you can live in your home during a remodel. The answer depends on scope and how the project is phased.of the critical path).
Kitchens and bathrooms
In many cases,
kitchen and bathroom remodels are doable to live through, but life can be harder during construction. It helps to plan for:
- temporary kitchen or bathing setups
- limited access during certain phases
- noise/dust realities (even with good protection)
- logistics for pets, kids, or working from home
A clear plan for site protection and consistent communication can make a big difference in how manageable the experience feels.
Full home remodels
A
full home remodel typically cannot be lived in unless the project is intentionally planned in phases (for example, one wing or level at a time) and the scope supports keeping essential spaces functional. Even with phasing, it can be disruptive and may extend timelines.
If living in the home is a priority, discuss it early—phasing decisions are most effective when they’re built into the schedule from the beginning.
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How Simply Home protects timelines (what “predictable” looks like)
A predictable remodel isn’t luck—it’s process. Practices that help keep projects moving:
- Scope defined line by line so fewer items are missed
- Milestone-based scheduling with clear sequencing
- Decision deadlines tied to construction needs
- Early ordering strategy for long-lead items
- Weekly communication cadence to keep momentum and resolve issues quickly
- Clear change process so adjustments don’t derail the plan
If timeline certainty is a priority, the best time to protect it is before construction begins.
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Plan your remodel with clarity.
If you’re planning a kitchen, bathroom, or full-home remodel in Austin/Westlake, we offer complimentary phone consultations to help you align scope, budget, and timeline—before construction begins.
FAQs
Most
kitchen remodels average about
2 months, and permitting (when required) can add
~2–4 weeks.
Most
bathroom remodels average
1 to 1.5 months, and permitting (when required) can add
~1–2 weeks.
Full home remodels commonly range
4–8 months, and permitting can add
about a month depending on scope.
Often yes, but it can be challenging. Planning for temporary setups and understanding day-to-day disruption helps.
Typically not—unless the project is intentionally phased and essential living spaces remain functional. Even then, it can be disruptive.
Late selections, scope changes midstream, material delays, hidden conditions, permitting/inspection sequencing (when required), and weak project management cadence.
Dreaming of a Home That Truly Works for Your Family
I’m always looking around my home, dreaming about all
the projects I’d love to tackle.
The
bathroom that feels a little too dark and cramped.
The
kitchen that bottlenecks every single morning.
The living room that never quite functions the way you want it to.
Or that one space that just… isn’t you. The style, the colors, the way it’s laid out—it doesn’t make you feel how you want to feel in your own home.And then real life kicks in. There are kids. Work. School runs. Sports. Maybe pregnancy. Maybe aging parents.
And suddenly the questions start stacking up:
- Who do I trust in my home and around my kids?
- How long is this really going to take?
- What if the budget gets out of control?
- Is this even safe for my family—what’s in the air, what’s in the dust, what are we breathing while all this is going on?
And suddenly the questions start stacking up:
It’s a lot. You’re not dramatic or “picky” for thinking about those things. You’re a mom. That’s literally the job.
This is exactly why I built Simply Home the way I did.
Renovating isn’t just about the “after” photos
Most renovation stories focus on the pretty “after.” The reveal, the tile, the sconce, the vanity.
But if you’re a mom (or mom-to-be), you’re thinking about the middle:
- Can the kids still nap?
- Are we going to be living in dust?
- Who is coming and going every day?
- Will this project take over our whole life?
But if you’re a mom (or mom-to-be), you’re thinking about the middle:
And underneath all of that is something simpler and really honest: you just want your home to feel like you.
For most of the moms I talk to, the real goal is not a “perfect” house. It’s a home that actually works for your family and your lifestyle and feels good to be in:
- A bathroom where the morning routine doesn’t feel like a traffic jam.
- A kitchen that can handle snacks, homework, and dinner all at once.
- A living space that doesn’t make you cringe every time you see the tile or paint, but actually matches your style and calms your nervous system a little.
That’s the lens I use for every project we take on.
Step one: you deserve to know what you’re getting into
One of the biggest reasons moms stay stuck in “dreaming” mode is money uncertainty. You don’t want to rip your house apart and then find out what it really costs.
At Simply Home, we start with a preliminary estimate range. It’s not a wild guess; it’s a realistic ballpark based on your space and goals so you can answer the basic question:
“Is this even in the realm of possible for us right now?”
If it is, we move into a deep planning and development phase. That’s where we:
- Get into the details of layout, scope, and selections
- Coordinate with any designers/architects
- Sort through the “must-haves” vs. “nice-to-haves”
From there, we put together a clear scope and a final estimate, not just a fuzzy number you’ll only see after demo.
Because we front-load so much of that work, we typically carry just a 5% contingency. That’s our way of saying:
“We’ve actually thought this through. We’re not hiding behind a giant cushion because we didn’t plan.”
Is a remodel still an investment? 100%. But you shouldn’t feel like you’re jumping off a cliff without seeing what’s below.
Curious what’s possible for your space? Visit our
Wellness Focused page to see how we help Austin families plan their remodel with clarity and confidence.
Wellness isn’t a buzzword. It’s the air your kids are breathing.
If you’re pregnant, have little ones, or anyone in the home with allergies or asthma, you’re not just worried about paint colors.
You’re thinking:
Those are fair questions.
When we say
wellness-focused, we’re talking about very practical things:
We’ve had clients tell us they would “eat off the floor” during construction because the jobsites were that clean. I’m not saying you should eat off the floor—but I am saying you deserve a team that treats your home like a home, not just a jobsite.
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Wellness isn’t a buzzword. It’s the air your kids are breathing.
If you’re pregnant, have little ones, or anyone in the home with allergies or asthma, you’re not just worried about paint colors.
You’re thinking:
- What’s in the dust?
- What are we breathing while they’re cutting, sanding, spraying?
- Can we even live here while this is happening?
Those are fair questions.
When we say
wellness-focused, we’re talking about very practical things:
- How we control dust and debris
- How we think about air quality and ventilation
- How we protect your floors, furniture, and kid zones
- How we handle daily cleanup so it doesn’t feel like a construction war zone
We’ve had clients tell us they would “eat off the floor” during construction because the jobsites were that clean. I’m not saying you should eat off the floor—but I am saying you deserve a team that treats your home like a home, not just a jobsite.
The mental load: you shouldn’t have to run the project, too
Here’s the part no one really talks about: the mental load of a remodel.
If you’re the one everybody looks to for answers—What tile did we pick? When are they coming? Who do I call about this?—it quickly becomes one more full-time job you didn’t sign up for.
That’s why our process is built around proactive communication:
- Daily updates so you know what happened, what’s next, and what (if anything) we need from you
- Weekly meetings where we walk through progress, decisions, and any upcoming milestones
- A dedicated project manager and construction manager on your job so there is always someone whose job is to stay on top of the details
You shouldn’t be chasing your contractor for answers. You should feel like someone is thinking three steps ahead on your behalf.
So… how do you know it will all turn out okay?
There are no truly bump-free renovations. Anyone who promises that isn’t being straight with you.
Unexpected things come up behind walls. Materials get delayed. Kids get sick. Life happens.
The real question is:
“Who do I want in my corner when those bumps happen?”
I always say a good contractor is like shocks on a car:
- The speed bumps are still there.
- You still have to drive over them.
- But with the right shocks, you don’t feel every jolt in your teeth.
That’s what we’re trying to be for the moms and families we work with—a buffer between your life and the chaos of construction.
If you’re an Austin mama staring at “that one room”…
If you’re looking around your home, dreaming about updating that bathroom, kitchen, or space that just isn’t you—the one that doesn’t function well and doesn’t make you feel how you want to feel in your own home—but you’re stuck in the “what ifs,” I see you.
You don’t have to figure it out alone. You don’t have to know every step before you start.
Our job at Simply Home is to:
If you’re an Austin mama staring at “that one room”…
If you’re looking around your home, dreaming about updating that
bathroom,
kitchen, or space that just isn’t
you—the one that doesn’t function well and doesn’t make you feel how you want to feel in your own home—but you’re stuck in the “what ifs,” I see you.
You don’t have to figure it out alone. You don’t have to know every step before you start.
Our job at Simply Home is to:
- Help you understand what you’re saying yes to
- Plan the details so you’re not carrying all the decisions in your head
- Protect your home, your routines, and your air as much as possible during construction
- Get you to the other side with a space that actually works for your family and your lifestyle—and finally feels like you
That’s what we’re trying to be for the moms and families we work with—a buffer between your life and the chaos of construction.
If you’re curious what a
wellness-focused renovation could look like for your home, you can reach out for a
complimentary consultation. No pressure, no hard sell—just a real conversation about your space, your family, and what’s possible.
Creating a luxury retreat isn't just about throwing on high-thread-count sheets. It calls for an intentional design that keeps your guests comfortable and your sanity intact.
Integrating practical guest room ideas through thoughtful spatial design and proper climate control can turn your overlooked spare spaces into relaxing, self-contained suites.
As Austin remodeling experts, we engineer these spaces from the studs up so your home adapts to your hosting needs.
Planning the Layout: How the Room Feels When You Walk In
Before you start picking out paint colors, analyze how the room functions year-round. The entry point dictates the initial feeling of the space. When you open the door, avoid framing views directly into a messy closet interior.
When evaluating new guest room ideas, rather than having the bed fully exposed to the hallway, try tucking it just out of direct view. Position the bed so visitors are greeted by cozy pillows rather than a direct view from the hallway. This creates an immediate sense of privacy.
Traffic flow matters just as much as furniture placement. Maintain at least 24 to 36 inches (2–3 feet) of allowance around the bed. This generous spacing allows your guests to navigate the room without scrambling around sharp corners.
Instead of a hotel-style luggage rack, consider adding a comfortable bedroom bench. It serves as a cozy spot to sit, a catch-all for throw blankets, or a convenient surface for a smaller weekend bag.
For bulkier suitcases, we typically use the closet. One detail we love incorporating into guest spaces is wide, low shelving paired with sliding doors so luggage can roll in easily and stay tucked away rather than sitting out on the bedroom floor.
And suddenly the questions start stacking up:
Keeping the Room Cool During Texas Summers
When it's 102°F outside, the last thing you want is your guest room feeling like an oven. Beating the Texas heat isn't just about cranking the hallway AC – true comfort is built right into the structural bones of the room.
At Simply Home, we know that a truly welcoming room goes deeper than fresh paint and pretty throw pillows. Look right at the bones of your space and make sure the insulation is solid and the air is actually flowing to that tricky spare room.
Getting the temperature right means your guests sleep comfortably through the Texas heat, and you don't have to spend the whole weekend stressing over the hallway thermostat.
We also recommend layering blackout linens with light-filtering linen shades. It’s a combination that helps block that harsh West Texas sun while giving your guests the privacy they need for a midday nap.
Replacing outdated fixtures with a damp-rated, low-profile ceiling fan helps cool a living space. Just make sure it’s operating on a quiet DC motor to improve airflow.
Interestingly, many of the design elements that support climate control within a guest room also contribute to better sound absorption and overall comfort. Layering in rugs, drapery, upholstered furnishings, and softer materials helps rooms feel cooler, quieter, and more restful while creating a softer overall atmosphere for guests.
Upgrading to solid-core doors does the exact same double-duty: it successfully blocks noise bleeding in from the morning kitchen rush while tightly sealing in that perfectly cooled air.
But if you’re a mom (or mom-to-be), you’re thinking about the middle:
Designer Tips for a Functional, Clutter-Free Space
Creating a welcoming guest space starts with designing for the way people actually live and travel today. When space planning and designing guest rooms, we focus on creating layouts that feel functional, comfortable, and visually balanced rather than overcrowded. Every furniture piece is selected with intention so the room feels calm, open, and effortless for guests to enjoy.
- Platform Beds - An upholstered or white oak platform bed creates a grounded, elevated look while eliminating the visual heaviness of a traditional box spring.
- Nightstands - Wall-mounted floating nightstands keep the space feeling light and streamlined while making everyday cleaning far easier. We also like to include a small stool or accent chair nearby, giving guests a comfortable place to sit, unpack, or set aside clothing and personal items at the end of the day.
- Power Sockets - Save your guests the hassle of crawling behind the nightstand to plug in their phones. The best approach is to install dedicated outlets with a built-in USB-C and standard inputs directly above the nightstand level. Running new wires through the wall cavities during the framing phase helps avoid messy extension cords.
- Temporary Workspace - A shallow-depth console table against an empty wall is a great place to install workspaces. Add a dedicated desk lamp and a clear outlet strip so remote-working friends can clear their inbox or take a quick morning call before heading out for breakfast.
Wellness isn’t a buzzword. It’s the air your kids are breathing.
If you’re pregnant, have little ones, or anyone in the home with allergies or asthma, you’re not just worried about paint colors.
You’re thinking:
Those are fair questions.
When we say
wellness-focused, we’re talking about very practical things:
We’ve had clients tell us they would “eat off the floor” during construction because the jobsites were that clean. I’m not saying you should eat off the floor—but I am saying you deserve a team that treats your home like a home, not just a jobsite.
Bringing Authentic Austin Style Indoors
Designing a space reflecting our region means avoiding sterile, mass-produced decor. Bringing elements of the Texas Hill Country into the room creates an authentic, grounded feel.
- Natural Textures - In Texas, especially during the warmer months, lighter and more breathable materials make all the difference. We love Belgian linen, soft washed cotton, and airy layering pieces that feel relaxed, elevated, and comfortable year-round. Upholstery and bedding should feel inviting without becoming heavy or overly warm. We also typically recommend a medium-firm mattress since it tends to accommodate the widest range of guest preferences while still feeling supportive and luxurious.
- Wall Textures - Most homeowners want to know how to get rid of their 90s orange peel walls. It does reflect light unevenly and feels outdated compared to today’s style. We often update these spaces by skim-coating the walls to achieve a smooth drywall finish. You can also consider applying a subtle, warm-toned lime wash. Local flavor also involves hanging framed prints by regional photographers.
- Morning Coffee + Refreshments - We like bringing in a small hospitality moment within a guest room, whether that’s a styled tray with ceramic mugs, a kettle, and locally loved coffee from Summer Moon Coffee or Greater Goods Coffee. Small touches like this make the space feel thoughtful and welcoming while giving guests a little independence during their stay. A compact refrigerator concealed within cabinetry is also a great addition for keeping water, drinks, or snacks nearby without disrupting the overall design of the room.
Maximizing Closets and Future-Proofing the Space
Long-term guests need a place to unpack. A cramped room forces visitors to live out of a suitcase, creating visual clutter and a disorganized space.
Here are some tips that can help you maximise your closet space:
- Curated Hangers - Providing a mix of wooden and padded hangers, while leaving at least half the rod space empty, invites guests to settle in.
- Accent Lighting - Installing an automatic LED strip light that turns on when the closet door opens prevents guests from fumbling in the dark.
- The Double-Duty Mirror – Add a full-length mirror near the closet or on the back of the door. This adds an essential touch for guests getting ready, and it also reflects natural light around the room to make the space feel brighter and more open.
- Flexible Closets - This also doubles as a future-proofing move. Consider upgrading closets and widening doorways so the room functions well even when kids move out, or aging parents move in. Widening a door frame requires removing the old king and jack studs and installing a new structural header to bear the roof load safely.
- Bathroom Sanctuary - If your space includes a private bathroom, treat the area with the same attention to detail. Small functional upgrades will make their morning routine seamless. We install LED vanity lights because warm lighting flatters the face and avoids the clinical glare of bright white bulbs. Choose high-flow, low-maintenance plumbing fixtures in a matte black or brushed nickel finish to resist water spots. Provide two sets of high-density cotton bath sheets and mount ceramic dispensers. Filling them with locally made bath products will offer the inviting nature of Austin that only your taste can express.
How We Take the Mental Load Off Remodeling
Remodeling a spare room involves much more than a weekend DIY furniture swap. There’s the removal of walls, updating electrical pathways, and modifying structural headers. Managing subcontractors and tracking material lead times also disrupts your daily routine and adds unnecessary stress. All these calls for experienced hands and meticulous project management to make sure you won’t carry the weight of every decision.
These structural guest room ideas demand their own professional touch. At Simply Home, we handle every phase of the construction process. That includes your initial architectural drawings, all the way to the final clean-up. You also receive regular updates from us, meaning no surprises throughout the duration of the project. And you’re in control of every decision, minus the headache.
In every phase of the project, we prioritize your family's wellness with dust-free construction. That means using advanced HEPA air scrubbers and temporary dust barriers. This process protects the rest of your home from any random construction debris and stubborn dust. We make sure we build spaces suited to your lifestyle and safe for your family.
If you’re an Austin mama staring at “that one room”…
If you’re looking around your home, dreaming about updating that bathroom, kitchen, or space that just isn’t you—the one that doesn’t function well and doesn’t make you feel how you want to feel in your own home—but you’re stuck in the “what ifs,” I see you.
You don’t have to figure it out alone. You don’t have to know every step before you start.
Our job at Simply Home is to:
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All of that begins with storage solutions built for your home’s dimensions and corners, rather than systems adapted from a showroom floor.
Custom cabinetry shapes the functionality and flow of your home. Implementing custom cabinet design elements can transform your cluttered, chaotic room into an organized and breathable space. So when you decide to invest in a high-end remodel for your Austin property, the interior fittings must also align with the interior architecture.
Rather than settling for pre-determined dimensions, go for custom cabinetry with materials and layouts designed for your daily routine.
Building the Foundation: The Core of Quality Cabinetry
When we build cabinets, we start with material choices that most manufacturers skip. There is a difference between a cabinet that lasts five years and one that lasts fifty. And it all comes down to what sits inside the box.
The foundation of a durable cabinet box begins with the core materials. High-performance construction avoids standard MDF. Instead, we lean towards multi-ply, void-free Baltic birch plywood. Baltic birch offers superior screw-holding power and resistance to moisture that helps maintain the beauty of a custom cabinet design, no matter the age.
This strength is a favorable choice in humid environments like Texas. Austin summers can bring heavy humidity that causes standard particleboard to swell and warp. Using premium plywood gives you the security that your custom cabinet design holds its shape year after year, ready to be used and adored by new family members
And suddenly the questions start stacking up:
Hardwood Framing and Seamless Finishes
Solid white oak or hard maple is great for face frames and doors. These hardwoods accept finishes really well, while being highly resistant to denting in high-traffic areas. Kitchens are highly active areas to enjoy a harmonious flow of not only food preparation, but also family cookouts, you’ll need dense materials to withstand every impact from heavy pots and sliding barstools.
So, when engineering a large custom cabinet design, we recommend sequence-matched wood veneers. This is a technique that creates a seamless grain pattern across your entire wall of cabinetry. Matching the veneer grain can also enhance the visual impact of your modern Austin interiors, giving the room a bespoke, tailored aesthetic.
But if you’re a mom (or mom-to-be), you’re thinking about the middle:
Hardware Engineered for Real Life
The hardware dictates how long your cabinetry operates without friction. We use heavy-duty, soft-close hardware from industry-leading manufacturers. Opting for solid wood drawer boxes joined with interlocking dovetails is also a fun direction to go. This joint type can support heavy loads with a long life before you see any hint of separating over time.
For cabinet doors, we recommend installing adjustable, concealed hinges. If ever you plan to shift to a Central Texas limestone, it allows for an easy realignment. For drawers, we usually use heavy-duty, full-extension slides that remain hidden beneath the box. This hardware bears the weight of heavy cookware while giving you full access to the very back of the drawer.
Wellness isn’t a buzzword. It’s the air your kids are breathing.
If you’re pregnant, have little ones, or anyone in the home with allergies or asthma, you’re not just worried about paint colors.
You’re thinking:
Those are fair questions.
When we say
wellness-focused, we’re talking about very practical things:
We’ve had clients tell us they would “eat off the floor” during construction because the jobsites were that clean. I’m not saying you should eat off the floor—but I am saying you deserve a team that treats your home like a home, not just a jobsite.
Designing Storage Around Your Daily Rhythms
A thoughtful custom cabinet design should seamlessly integrate into the architecture of your Austin home. At Simply Home, tailoring these elements to specific rooms is how we maximize their efficiency. That’s why we approach every project by first understanding the unique rhythms of your household.
We track key milestones, starting with field measurement to ensure exact alignment with site conditions. Next, we present a 3D rendering and elevation review for spatial clearance. This process allows you to visualize the workflow before approving material selection and custom milling of hardwood.
This way, our team can handle the professional installation and fine-tuning of reveal lines. And sweating over the minute framing details means you never have to think about them.
The Heart of the Home: Kitchen Cabinetry That Actually Work
Your kitchen is where your family gathers, where homework happens, and where you entertain friends. Kitchen storage needs to look beautiful while making your workflow and accessibility top-notch. A clutter-free island naturally becomes the central gathering point of the room rather than just an interior highlight.
Vertical pantry units - We love installing vertical pantry units that pull out on heavy-duty tracks. This design provides access to items from both sides and prevents items from getting lost in the back.
Dedicated zones - We’ve got projects creating dedicated zones with integrated power outlets. It helps you hide bulky appliances like mixers and blenders. We also recommend placing vertical tray dividers in deep cabinets above the cooktop to store your cutting boards and baking sheets upright.
Curated Hardware Solutions for Kitchen Efficiency
Here are some storage solutions we recommend:
- Base Cabinets: Incorporating pull-out two-tier wire baskets provides easy access to heavy pots.
- Pantry Flow: Utilizing heavy-duty drawer slides streamlines storing dry goods and bulk items.
- Corner Units: Installing a magic corner or a kidney-shaped pull-out helps in utilizing dead corner spaces.
More and more of our clients now request kitchen drawers and customized inserts to keep utensils, pots and pans, cutting boards, and baking dishes perfectly organized. This cabinetry decision places every item in a dedicated storage, eliminating the “clutter creep” that often plagues kitchen drawers.
Taming the Chaos of Mudrooms
A well-designed Austin home needs a dedicated spot to handle the gear that comes with our active, outdoor lifestyle. Extending custom cabinetry into your mudroom and laundry zones acts as a functional buffer, capturing the messy shoes and heavy backpacks of a busy life before you step into the calm of the main home.
We build slatted, open-air cubicles at the base of the lockers. We saw how this design allows damp shoes and boots to dry out properly in mudrooms, all while softly introducing your family and guests into the comfort of home.
One of the main functions of this smart storage is installing hidden outlets inside upper cubbies. This allows devices to safely accommodate charging wires while staying out of sight. We use solid brass, double-prong hooks anchored directly into structural studs as these support heavy backpacks and winter coats while offering a homey accent in the mudrooms.
Streamlining the Laundry Room
In the laundry room, maintaining your workflow is key. We would integrate vertical drying racks that pull out directly from the lower cabinetry, saving valuable floor space while keeping damp clothes hidden from view. A tall, narrow cabinet next to the washing machine provides easy access for detergents and stain removers.
For ultimate peace of mind, we construct custom base cabinets using waterproof materials, ensuring your storage lasts while guarding your subfloors against potential plumbing leaks. This preemptive step makes sure storage spaces last while guarding your subfloor against potential moisture problems.
Beyond the wash cycle, your laundry room can also be a high-functioning utility hub for cleaning essentials. It’s the perfect place to store brooms, vacuums, and stock bathroom supplies.
We’ve also seen clients transform this space into a specialty storage for gift wrappers, tissue papers, or miscellaneous household items like tape, glue, and more. A thoughtfully designed utility space doesn't just hide the clutter, it makes running your household infinitely easier.
But if you’re a mom (or mom-to-be), you’re thinking about the middle:
Creating a Morning Sanctuary with Bathroom Storage
Your bathroom should be a peaceful retreat, not a battleground of tangled cords and cluttered countertops. The right custom cabinet layout reclaims the space most vanities waste, turning dead zones into highly specific utility areas.
We achieve this by designing U-shaped drawers that curve perfectly around the P-trap of your sink. This clever layout utilizes those awkward little spaces that usually get overlooked. To eliminate countertop clutter and keep cords safely away from water droplets, we often integrate power strips directly inside the vanity drawers for your hair styling tools.
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Dedicated Linen Closet Millwork
For towel and other linen storage, we recommend building solid-wood shelves on pilaster tracks. It can accommodate even oversized towels and bulk toiletries to maintain a seamless bathroom experience. Built-out hampers with removable canvas bags are great installations at the base of your linen tower. This helps keep dirty laundry hidden while supporting a seamless transition to the washing machine.
But if you’re a mom (or mom-to-be), you’re thinking about the middle:
Rooting Your Design in Austin Architecture
Central Texas homes feature unique architectural styles, from sleek modern new-builds in East Austin to ranch-style homes in Westlake. Matching your cabinetry with these distinct aesthetics offers a more local feel while actively elevating the interior architecture of your home.
If you feel like following this direction, we suggest using warm white oak for your cabinetry. The color complements the natural light of the Texas Hill Country and helps soften contemporary architectural lines.
For projects, we often utilize matte lacquered finishes to provide a durable, easy-to-clean surface that resists fingerprints in high-use areas. We also incorporate vertical reeded profiles on island fronts or vanity doors to add depth and texture to the space.
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Engineering Around Structural Constraints
Austin's soils and climate fluctuations cause foundations to shift over time. It not only affects exterior fixtures, but it also impacts interior projects like cabinet installation. To minimize the strain, we mount vanities to structural framing rather than drywall. It helps ensure they support the weight of fixtures and storage in various weights without sagging.
Historic neighborhoods, older plaster walls rarely sit plumb. To avoid this in Austin homes, we add flexible scribe moldings to ensure cabinets fit flush against uneven, older plaster walls. This meticulous trimming process creates a built-in, custom appearance pleasing not just to the eye, but to your everyday living flow.
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Execution: Simply Home’s Approach
A premium cabinetry upgrade goes far beyond managing measurements and lead times. At Simply Home, our approach is rooted in meticulous planning and deep intentionality. Before construction ever begins, we build complete, highly detailed elevations for your approval so you know exactly what to expect. We think through the precise intention, style, and visual impact of every single drawer and door, ensuring the final design beautifully supports the way your family actually lives.
We eliminate that friction by bringing craft, coordination, and clarity to every renovation project. Simply Home handles every phase of the process, so homeowners experience a smooth project delivery. We keep you informed with weekly updates via a dedicated client portal.
Most importantly, we keep project clutter from disrupting your family's day-to-day life by using advanced HEPA air scrubbers and temporary dust barriers to protect your living space from debris. Our carpenters build storage systems tailored to your home's exact dimensions, ensuring a perfect fit and flawless finish suited exactly to your lifestyle.
Whether you need durable finishes that resist wear or custom features designed to accommodate growing children, it’s our desire to build spaces suited to your lifestyle.
But if you’re a mom (or mom-to-be), you’re thinking about the middle:
If you’re an Austin mama staring at “that one room”…
If you’re looking around your home, dreaming about updating that bathroom, kitchen, or space that just isn’t you—the one that doesn’t function well and doesn’t make you feel how you want to feel in your own home—but you’re stuck in the “what ifs,” I see you.
You don’t have to figure it out alone. You don’t have to know every step before you start.
Our job at Simply Home is to:
Elevate Your Home Storage Today
Your home deserves storage that works as hard as you do. Whether you are reimagining your kitchen cabinetry, mudroom, or bathroom storage, Simply Home brings the expertise to make it happen. Upgrading your custom cabinetry shouldn’t just be aesthetically appealing, but also improve the functionality and flow of your daily routine.
Thoughtful construction and high-quality materials ensure your storage solutions last for decades.
Schedule your consultation today and let's start designing your home around your life.
As we enter the season of gratitude, the Simply Home team takes a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've had since our establishment in 2013. With over 1,700 renovations completed, we are grateful for the support of many wonderful partners. Here’s what we’re thankful for this year:
Our Amazing Clients
First and foremost, we want to express our heartfelt thanks to our clients. Your trust in us to transform your homes is the cornerstone of our success. Each project is a unique collaboration, and we cherish the stories you share. Your enthusiasm inspires us every day, and we are committed to exceeding your expectations with every renovation.
Our Dedicated Team
We are incredibly thankful for our dedicated team of professionals. Each member brings expertise, passion, and a commitment to excellence. As Maryann Casas, our Senior Project Manager, beautifully said, “Sunday night family dinners! Taking extra time to whip up a new recipe and spend time with my niece and nephew. The weeks can feel so rushed, so it’s nice to slow down and lose track of time.” It’s this sense of balance and teamwork that drives us to achieve great results.
Our Talented Designers
We want to recognize the talented designers we collaborate with for their creativity and vision. Their ability to blend functionality with aesthetic appeal elevates each project. They work tirelessly to ensure that every space is not only beautiful but also enhances the quality of life for our clients.Our Trusted VendorsWe extend our gratitude to our trusted vendors. Your commitment to quality and service ensures that we can deliver the best results to our clients. Your reliability and expertise make our projects smoother and more successful. As one of our long-time suppliers mentioned, “Simply Home values strong partnerships, and we are proud to support their mission of enhancing homes and lives.”
Our Community
At Simply Home, we believe in giving back to the community that has given us so much. We are thankful for the opportunity to engage in charitable initiatives and support local causes. Our involvement allows us to make a meaningful impact, and we are proud to contribute to the vibrant community of Austin.
The Simply Home Family
Finally, we want to acknowledge everyone who has been part of the Simply Home journey. Every interaction, from the first consultation to the final walk-through, shapes our story. As Laura Rugh, our Project Manager, noted, “I'm thankful that my family and I face challenges with courage and conviction.” This spirit of resilience is reflected in our work and the relationships we build along the way. Dustin Gragg, our Estimator, shared his gratitude by saying, “I’m thankful I can walk my kids to and from school most days.” This sentiment resonates with us all, reminding us of the importance of balance in our lives.
As we celebrate this season of gratitude, we look forward to continuing to elevate the quality of life for our clients and community through thoughtful renovations. Thank you for being a vital part of the Simply Home family. Together, we are making a difference—one home at a time. Happy Thanksgiving!
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