Category Archives: Home Renovation

Top 5 Home Projects That Provide Style and Function

If there’s one thing I’ve learned from years of custom woodworking, it’s that the best projects don’t just look good — they work hard too. Every square foot of your home can be both beautiful and practical when it’s designed with intention. Whether you’re trying to add storage, define a space, or simply make your home feel more finished,Continue reading “Top 5 Home Projects That Provide Style and Function”

From Rough Lumber To Kitchen Showpiece!

From Rough Lumber to Kitchen Showpiece: Our Hickory Butcher Block Journey At Crafted In Florida, we transform raw materials into functional art that lasts generations. In this project, we created a 200-pound solid hickory butcher block countertop for a client’s kitchen island—not just a surface, but a centerpiece that combines beauty, durability, and craftsmanship. WhyContinue reading “From Rough Lumber To Kitchen Showpiece!”

Title: From Blank Wall to Bold Statement: The Story Behind This Custom Fireplace Build

Every now and then, a project comes along that challenges you in all the right ways—creatively, technically, and logistically. This fireplace build was one of those projects. What started as a bare wall in a living room turned into a dramatic centerpiece that blends warmth, modern design, and subtle lighting into a jaw-dropping focal point.Continue reading “Title: From Blank Wall to Bold Statement: The Story Behind This Custom Fireplace Build”

Why Built-Ins Are a Must-Have in New Florida Homes

Modern Homes There are a lot of new homes in the central Florida area. From DeLand to Winter Garden, Lake Nona to Mount Dora, the new home construction is booming in central Florida. I’ve been in a lot of new homes and one thing that most of them have in common is that most ofContinue reading “Why Built-Ins Are a Must-Have in New Florida Homes”

How to Instantly Update Your Kitchen with Paint and New Cabinet Doors (Budget-Friendly Makeover Tips)

Refreshing your kitchen’s look doesn’t have to break the budget. If you’ve got some skills, here’s the know-how and you can get it done.

Creating a Custom Coffee Bar for Your Home

If you’re anything like me coffee is a necessity. I have a minimum of 16 ounces a day, but if I had my way it’d be significantly more. I’m not necessarily a coffee snob, because I’ll drink WaWa coffee and be just as happy as if I went to a fancy coffee shop in aContinue reading “Creating a Custom Coffee Bar for Your Home”

The Limewash

I am pretty good at building many things, but I’ve never been a fan of drywall. If there is one thing that I’ve had to go back and fix or had to discount a project on it’s been drywall. In fact I had a job not long ago that I had to heavily discount theContinue reading “The Limewash”