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Here is an article of interest to get the Best Bang For Your Buck!

7 Cost-Effective Home Improvements
By Tali Wee of Zillow
Remodeling a home can be costly and time consuming, depending on the severity of the project. One of the most promising aspects of a home remodel is the return on investment (ROI) homeowners earn at resale. However, house hunters on the market are drawn to some home upgrades more than others – yielding a vast difference in ROI for homeowners.
Here are the top seven home improvement projects yielding the highest returns for residents on the West Coast, according to Remodeling Magazine’s 2013 Cost vs. Value Report.
Deck Addition
Outdoor living spaces such as decks and patios impress prospective homebuyers who are looking to entertain. A wooden deck is rated the best home improvement for resale value and provides an average 96.1 percent ROI. The cost is relatively high at $11,116, but homes with a deck garner positive feedback during walk through tours and appraisals.
Entry Door Replacement
The second most cost-effective home improvement of 2013 is installing an insulated steel door. Steel doors are energy efficient because they help keep homes better insulated than a traditional wooden door. Further, there is less of a chance for distortion due to outdoor elements because steel doors are weather-stripped and can

withstand extreme conditions. The average cost to install a steel door is approximately $1,245 and yields a 95 percent return for homeowners.
Garage Storage Updates and Garage Door Replacement
The garage is a great place to increase home storage, and homeowners are smart to incorporate updates such as a modular wall storage system and new flooring. Another update to consider is replacing the garage door. This improvement is the third best investment homeowners can make with a 92.9 percent ROI. The average cost of this project is $1,669.
Minor Kitchen Remodel
A mid-range kitchen update yields a 90 percent ROI and costs around $21,094. Minor kitchen remodels allow homeowners to cosmetically update their culinary spaces without any major overhauls. Refinished cabinetry, upgraded countertops and new appliances are all selling points. So, consider investing in a mid-range remodel to increase home values. Check out Zillow Digs for examples of kitchen renovations and estimates to get an idea of what a design might cost.
Attic Bedroom
Adding an additional bedroom to a finished attic is costly at $56,612. However, this home improvement project impresses house hunters and the ROI averages around 89 percent. Not only will homebuyers be content with the addition, but an extra bedroom opens up the market for larger families or individuals looking for more finished square footage.
Window Replacement
Replacing double-hung or sliding windows with insulated wood windows costs about $12,036 and usually yields an 88.6 percent ROI for homeowners. Vinyl-clad windows have interior wood and exterior vinyl, making them energy efficient, easy to install and maintain and the vinyl is pliable to adhere to different frames. However, they can’t be painted so it is difficult to match with a home’s exterior colors. Another option is aluminum-clad wood windows, which can be painted but don’t offer as much insulation. Aluminum is a less-bulky option compared to vinyl. Either way, the interior wood retains an aesthetic element that attracts homebuyers.
Basement Remodel
A finished basement adds a lot of livable square footage onto a home. The added space can also house additional bedroom(s), bathroom(s), a kitchen and/or living room. The average cost for a basement remodel is $73,530. Although expensive, a basement renovation increases resale value by an average of $64,593, which is an 87.8

percent return. If the budget allows, this is a worthwhile investment for those looking to increase the value of their homes.
All of these improvements stand out to homebuyers and present strong ROIs when it comes time to sell. Consider updating the home with at least one of these projects to increase the resale value of a home.

Great deal for a great gift for the holidays!

For a very short time, the ebook (Kindle) edition of my recent book: SAME PLACE MORE SPACE has been selected by Amazon for promotion in its upcoming Kindle Big Deal version. Its just $3.99. A saving of $21 bucks. This will last until Dec. 22nd.
"50 projects to maximize every room in the house".
You are more than welcome to reach out and ask me any questions about it.

I want to help you with any space saving idea!!

Hey guys! Check out this new product search I’m doing with Edison Nation.  I’m looking for your ideas for products that create more space and organization in the home! http://www.edisonnation.com/live_product_searches/KC2012331

Karl Champley is searching for home products that provide space and organization.

Deadline: Monday, October 15th, 2012 at 11:59PM Pacific Time

Tell your friends about this opportunity:

 

Check out this cool Bathroom

This is Bathroom # 3 of our home. Truly love this bathroom due to its advanced technology and ease of use.

All four walls and floors are tiled using Porcelanosa.
Epoxy grout and adhesives by Laticrete International.
Heated floors by WarmUp.
All bathroom fittings, accessories, wall cabinets and lights by Kohler. A great company to deal with due to top of the line quality and customer service: 
SOK overflowing bath with effervescence and chromatherapy. DTV 11 digital media shower system - various showering experiences, shower lighting and sound. WaterTile Ambient Rain ceiling mounted shower. Fountainhead toilet - an amazing loo that does everything except make esspresso! Ceiling mounted faucet for the bath is a Laminar fitting. Lava stone countertop supported by two wall mounted vanity cabinets. One 3 mirrored cabinet and two other mirrored cabinets with integral laminar faucets to both - cool feature as the water projects out of the mirror.
Smart Z-Wave lighting by Leviton.
Whisper Green ceiling fan by Panasonic operated by a Dewstop smart switch .Ceiling paint is a mildew-resistance paint by Benjamin Moore.
And I was the guy that built it from beginning to end. The structure, plumbing, electrical, tile etc! Designed by my better half. It was worth it.

More to follow............

Drop by and say G'Day at the Kitchen and Bath Show

	Karl Champley
	TV Personality and Author DIY's Wasted Spaces Karl Champley, DIY Network and HGTV personality, author of a new home improvement book, Same Place More Space - 50 Projects to Maximize Every Room in the House, Master Builder, and radio host of HOME Live Radio, a nationwide radio show in the U.S. hosted by Karl Champley. His popular show presents a passionate and no-nonsense approach to home improvement and eco-friendly, green design. He was bestowed the Australian Achiever award in 2001 for his Australian Design and Construction company. He is also an experienced and active property developer with his first home building project investment started at the age of 19 years while still in his apprenticeship. His latest projects are an ultra modern home in Los Angeles he designed and built as well as modern condominium in the planning stages in Sydney Australia.

Wed, Apr 25, 2012 - 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Transforming Wasted Spaces

Speakers:
Karl Champley, TV Personality and Author, DIY's Wasted Spaces

Type: Conference Session

Location: MCC Room S100

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Australian native Karl Champley is an award-winning Master Builder, environmental home inspector and building consultant for commercial and residential construction in both the USA and Australia. Champley is a familiar face on the DIY Network and HGTV and will bring his years of experience to attendees by offering a comprehensive understanding of how to reclaim underutilized spaces in the kitchen and bathroom. Integration, longevity in design, environmental considerations, water and space savings, as well as how to make a small space work effectively and beautifully are just some of the areas he will incorporate into his presentation.

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SAME PLACE MORE SPACE is now out there!

Yep, I finished it and here it is.

250 pages of great tips, advice and much needed storage ideas for your home. No matter how small or large our homes, we all seem to be looking for more space! This book has 50 projects to maximize every room in the house. From easy organization solutions, weekend construction projects to more ambitious undertakings with easy to follow instructions, detailed illustrations and lots of inspiration.

Be sure to check out the Same Place More Space website www.sameplacemorespace.com (should be public in a few days)

 

Win "Same Place, More Space"

My new book, "Same Place, More Space" hits bookshelves this month but I want you to have a chance to win a free copy and learn tips to maximize every room in the house. We'll be giving away one copy each week to a lucky fan on my facebook page: www.facebook.com/KarlChampley . Plus when you share this contest via Facebook, you'll receive bonus entries for every friend that enters. Good luck!

If you would like to purchase a copy?

Just click here:   Same Place More Space 

 

House of Windsor Show House

Jun 29, 2011

A great night at the House of Windsor show home in Los Angeles. Hosted by Verandah Magazine. Some great designers including Martyn Lawrence Bullard, Leura Fine from Bravo's Million Dollar Designers, Diane Matthews and Eileen McComb for Benjamin Moore Paints. Thanx Eileen!

Eileen McComb of Benjamin Moore Paints, Karl Champley and Diane Matthews

KBIS now NHS (National Hardware Show)

 
On the Road again.

It was just a few weeks ago I was in NYC for a two week shoot then to Vegas to Judge the Kitchen and bath show. 

Well, I just returned from another recent trip to NYC for a quick shoot and now I am back to Vegas tomorrow to shoot and broadcast Home Live radio for the National Hardware show. You guys call this groundhog day don't you?  

Looking forward to checking out all the new tools and product to hit the market.

I will be letting you all now what I find.  

 

To all the mums out there: Hope you were spoiled rotten today for mothers day!