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Pro Spotlight: 3 Ways to Realize Your Home’s Potential
Maximize functionality and beauty using these tips from a Los Angeles-area remodeling expert
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Who: Ron Cohen of Pearl Remodeling
Where: Van Nuys, California
In his own words: “I love the fact that my hobby is my work. I like doing the drawing, the good-old-fashioned hammering, even the interior design, but I mostly enjoy watching a satisfied customer.”
Sparkly finishes. Fresh paint. Sleek countertops. A beautifully designed space is a joy to look at. It should also be practical to live in, according to general contractor Ron Cohen. “A good home design should be comprised of three key elements: beauty, functionality and budget,” he says. Cohen, who owns Pearl Remodeling in Van Nuys, helps homeowners in the L.A. area get the most out of their remodels.
Where: Van Nuys, California
In his own words: “I love the fact that my hobby is my work. I like doing the drawing, the good-old-fashioned hammering, even the interior design, but I mostly enjoy watching a satisfied customer.”
Sparkly finishes. Fresh paint. Sleek countertops. A beautifully designed space is a joy to look at. It should also be practical to live in, according to general contractor Ron Cohen. “A good home design should be comprised of three key elements: beauty, functionality and budget,” he says. Cohen, who owns Pearl Remodeling in Van Nuys, helps homeowners in the L.A. area get the most out of their remodels.
Day-to-day focus. While Cohen loves gorgeous design, he believes that your first priority should be a home that’s comfortable and meets your family’s needs. Statement features are exciting, he says, but don’t forget more down-to-earth considerations. Soaring ceilings can bring large utility bills, for instance, and dark surfaces can show every speck of dust. “Make your home easier for everyday life,” Cohen says.
Hands-on approach. Cohen has a degree in mechanical engineering and began working in construction at age 24. He has found that he especially enjoys the everyday work in the field. “I’m less of a talker and more of a doer,” Cohen says. After gaining experience while working for others, he opened his own business in 2010.
Ready to transform your home? Cohen offers some tips below.
Ready to transform your home? Cohen offers some tips below.
1. Rethink Your Garage
An underused garage can be turned into well-used living quarters. “Take advantage of the space and make it into an office or library, or convert it to an ADU [accessory dwelling unit],” Cohen says.
His team transformed a 380-square-foot garage in Culver City into the compact studio apartment seen here, for houseguests and short-term renters. The new space includes a surprisingly spacious kitchen, a nicely sized bathroom and even a stackable washer and dryer. A cathedral ceiling and a light-colored palette help keep the studio open and airy. “Cathedral ceilings create a large feeling in a space,” Cohen says.
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An underused garage can be turned into well-used living quarters. “Take advantage of the space and make it into an office or library, or convert it to an ADU [accessory dwelling unit],” Cohen says.
His team transformed a 380-square-foot garage in Culver City into the compact studio apartment seen here, for houseguests and short-term renters. The new space includes a surprisingly spacious kitchen, a nicely sized bathroom and even a stackable washer and dryer. A cathedral ceiling and a light-colored palette help keep the studio open and airy. “Cathedral ceilings create a large feeling in a space,” Cohen says.
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2. Carve Out More Kitchen Space
If you want to expand your kitchen, look to adjacent closets or utility rooms as good places to start. See if you can move water heaters and furnaces so you can spread out. “Kitchen square footage is crucial, so open up when you can,” Cohen says.
He turned a rarely used 8-foot-long pantry in a Santa Monica home into the cooking niche seen here, relocating the range from next to the refrigerator. New cabinetry around the refrigerator makes up for the lost storage. A new island, though relatively small, provides an extra work surface. Open shelving near the sink creates a fresh feel and offers a spot to show off plants, books and mugs.
See more of this project
If you want to expand your kitchen, look to adjacent closets or utility rooms as good places to start. See if you can move water heaters and furnaces so you can spread out. “Kitchen square footage is crucial, so open up when you can,” Cohen says.
He turned a rarely used 8-foot-long pantry in a Santa Monica home into the cooking niche seen here, relocating the range from next to the refrigerator. New cabinetry around the refrigerator makes up for the lost storage. A new island, though relatively small, provides an extra work surface. Open shelving near the sink creates a fresh feel and offers a spot to show off plants, books and mugs.
See more of this project
3. Finish With Flair
Create a one-of-a-kind look with eye-catching details — think hardware, lighting and plumbing fixtures. “It can be the difference between looking new and nice and looking unique and amazing,” Cohen says.
It’s the small details that stand out in this new master bathroom in Woodland Hills. Cohen and the homeowners worked with a designer to achieve an up-to-date yet timeless aesthetic. The result is a mix of traditional elements, such as the Edison-inspired lights and classic countertop, and clean, contemporary lines, as seen in the faucets and towel rails.
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More: For more information on Ron Cohen and examples of his work, visit Pearl Remodeling’s Houzz profile.
This story was written by the Houzz Sponsored Content team.
Create a one-of-a-kind look with eye-catching details — think hardware, lighting and plumbing fixtures. “It can be the difference between looking new and nice and looking unique and amazing,” Cohen says.
It’s the small details that stand out in this new master bathroom in Woodland Hills. Cohen and the homeowners worked with a designer to achieve an up-to-date yet timeless aesthetic. The result is a mix of traditional elements, such as the Edison-inspired lights and classic countertop, and clean, contemporary lines, as seen in the faucets and towel rails.
See more of this project
More: For more information on Ron Cohen and examples of his work, visit Pearl Remodeling’s Houzz profile.
This story was written by the Houzz Sponsored Content team.
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