Home Remodeling and Design Blog

Embarking on your first major home renovation can feel like setting sail in a storm: exhilarating yet intimidating.

Every homeowner's journey is unique, marked by distinct events, milestones, and life stages. At Compelling Homes, we believe your Des Moines home should evolve along your journey, reflecting your lifestyle and aspirations. Today, we’re here to dig...

Is now the right moment for a Des Moines home remodel? Welcome to Compelling Homes’ latest video blog, where our visionary Rusty Green shares his insights on remodeling in captivating bite-sized nuggets. As a design-build remodeling company,...

Are you going to tolerate the status quo? Can you live with a layout that doesn’t work or a ho-hum gathering the next time you host? Is it insane to think of putting a bar in your basement? Crazy to host your son's graduation on a beautifully...

For many of us, our homes are more than just buildings with rooms where we spend our time. They're repositories of love, life, and countless cherished memories. From the warmth of family meals in the kitchen to quiet evening soaks in the bathroom,...

So you might be ready to remodel your bathroom? Congratulations! Your opportunities for the perfect new bathroom are endless! However, there are more than a few potential pitfalls during the planning process alone. Prepare for a wild ride through...

What the heck is a main floor scramble? Maybe the term out of context reminds you of golf or puts you in the mood for eggs. Succinctly, it's an extensive first-floor remodel that updates your home's layout. Compelling Homes does these projects in...

We've turned the calendar to 2023, and we're so excited about everything on the horizon for the new year. However, we'd hate to miss the opportunity to celebrate our 2022 achievements. Compelling Homes created some fantastic spaces, and we're really...

It’s time to ditch the awkward first-floor layout, reimagine your kitchen, or create safe and accessible bathrooms. You’re committed to remodeling, but you’re not sure what steps to take next. If you love a good renovation show, you’ve likely heard...

Each year, design nerds, fashion enthusiasts, and artists alike wait with bated breath for the announcement of Pantone's Color of the Year, and it's officially here! In artful contrast to last year’s serene Digital Lavender, Pantone is ready to turn...