Home Design Blog

Welcome to Our Home Design Blog, the official workshop diary from our custom carpentry business based in Raleigh, NC. Here, we're dedicated to sharing our passion for craftsmanship, design, and the transformative power of woodwork. From the intricate details of custom cabinetry to the seamless integration of built-ins, interior doors, and trim carpentry, our blog serves as a space to explore the art and science behind bespoke carpentry.

Whether you're a fellow woodwork enthusiast, a prospective client dreaming of your next home project, or simply curious about the carpentry world, we invite you to join us on this journey. Dive into our posts to discover the stories, tips, and inspirations behind our creations, and see how the right touch of skilled carpentry can turn any space into a masterpiece.

Why You Should Invest in Your Home Right Now: Maximizing Value and Comfort

As housing prices soar and moving becomes less feasible for many, now is the perfect time to invest in your home.

Sep 6, 20244 min read

The Ultimate Guide to Murphy Beds: Space-Saving Elegance for Modern Homes

Maximize space without sacrificing style! Discover the versatility and elegance of Murphy beds for any room in your home.

Jun 18, 20244 min read

5 Ways to Add Value to Your Home

Updating rooms and spaces in your home improves your living space and can be an investment in your future. With more people seeking to...

Sep 5, 20235 min read

Build a Custom Entertainment Center with Raleigh Woodworks

Ever wondered how a custom entertainment center comes together? At Raleigh Woodworks, we design and build custom media centers for our...

Dec 8, 20212 min read

Update your Mantel and Fireplace, Refresh Your Living Spaces

Your fireplace is the focal point of your living room. If yours doesn’t shine, then your room doesn’t shine! Fortunately, updating your...

Oct 8, 20212 min read

Beautiful Bench Seating to Take Your Room to the Next Level

Looking for a way to really take your dining room, living room, basement (or any other room) to the next level?

Sep 8, 20212 min read

How to Transform Your Spare Bedroom Into a Walk-In Closet

Dreamy walk-in closets are all the rage these days, but many homes—especially older homes—just aren’t designed that way.

Aug 10, 20213 min read

5 Home Improvements to Add Big Value to Your House

Before you tackle a home improvement project, it’s important to consider how every upgrade or change will affect your home value. After...

Jul 7, 20212 min read

Should You Move or Remodel Your Current Home?

This past year, we’ve all spent a little more time at home. Office, classroom, movie theatre, gym, yoga studio… our houses are filling...

Feb 20, 20213 min read

There’s a Size for That! Standard Dimensions & Sizing in Carpentry

Did you know that even custom remodels typically adhere to standard industry sizing? That’s right; things like doors, cabinets, and...

Feb 5, 20213 min read

5 Ways to Craft a Dream Home Office (or Classroom)

In recent months, millions of people (or their companies) have opted to eschew the office for a safer and more comfortable work-from-home...

Jan 21, 20213 min read

5 Easy Kitchen Updates to to Transform Your Space

Kitchens and bathrooms sell homes—so it pays to keep your kitchen updated! However, it’s a common misconception that you have to...

Jan 7, 20213 min read

Transform Your Living Spaces with Built-In Shelving

It can be hard to find the perfect piece of shelving to fit a space, especially if that space is particularly small, large, or awkwardly...

Dec 22, 20202 min read

DIY or Hire a Pro: Top Home Improvement Projects & How to Handle Them

If you’re fairly handy, the idea of a DIY home improvement can be pretty appealing. By tackling a project on your own, you can save big...

Nov 20, 20203 min read

Impressive Mantle & Fireplace Redos You’ve Got to See!

Where the dining room table is the centerpiece of your dining room, the fireplace is the heart of your living room. So it stands to...

Nov 5, 20202 min read

5 Steps to Finding the Right Contractor for Your Home Improvement Project

We all have that one big home improvement project we’d just love to tackle—the spa-like master bath, the glossy gourmet kitchen, the...

Oct 9, 20203 min read

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