Tag Archive: Troy Pavelka
The Suite Life for Sisters
Posted on July 12, 2019There are two little girls in Winnetka who are definitely living the Suite Life. Normandy Designer’s Troy Pavelka and Kathryn O’Donovan created a “sister suite” above the garage that gave these girls their own bedrooms, a hangout space and their very own bathroom to share. There are some special touches to this bathroom that keep… more
Dress Up Your Windows
Posted on June 24, 2019Window boxes are the underrated secret weapon of curb appeal. These seemingly simple additions are the perfect touch that makes your façade one that passers-by won’t forget. Here are some helpful tips for installing gorgeous window boxes, taking the outside of your home to the next level. While most people avoid being too matchy-matchy for… more
Laying the Groundwork for a Successful Remodeling Project
Posted on March 21, 2019Home remodels are an exciting time; everyone wants the best possible experience. But many homeowners have come to expect the nightmare project that they’ve heard their friends and neighbors talk about. There’s no reason to believe you can’t have a great remodel, especially if you start out your project on the right foot. Here are… more
A Master Bathroom Worthy of a Toast
Posted on February 14, 2019After 12 years in the home, this young family was done living with a master bathroom that was worn out, outdated and not working for them. Prior to renovating, the master bath consisted of a large jetted tub, small standing shower, double sink vanity, separate water closet, and average walk-in closet. The existing flooring throughout… more
Normandy Designers Created Award-Winning Projects for their Clients
Posted on January 25, 2018What do a kitchen, an entertainment center, a second story addition, and a powder room all have in common? They are just a sampling of the projects that recently received Remodeling Excellence Awards from NARI Greater Chicagoland. In fact, there were 15 Normandy projects that claimed awards this year, representing renovations from 14 different homes… more
Normandy Dominates Remodeling Excellence Awards
Posted on January 27, 2017Wins in Kitchen, Addition & Interior Remodeling Categories The National Association of the Remodeling Industry recently held their 7th annual Remodeling Excellence Awards, where Normandy Remodeling was honored with seven awards within the kitchen remodel, home addition and interior remodeling categories. The Remodeling Excellence Awards are bestowed to Chicagoland designers who have demonstrated interior and… more
Whole Home Transformation: From Split Level to Arts and Crafts
Posted on April 6, 2016The owners of this Palatine split-level preferred the look of an Arts and Crafts style home and were looking for an addition that would result in some traditional curb appeal. However, outward appearance was not the only priority. Additional garage space, a walk-in closet addition for the master suite, family room, mud room and screened-in… more
Embracing the Character of a Living Finish
Posted on November 7, 2014When beginning your home remodeling project, selections can be the most crucial aspect. This is even more true when choosing materials that have “living” characteristics, that may change naturally over time. Understanding the characteristics of your material selections is important when you are deciding whether or not you’d like to preserve the original look of… more
3 Considerations For Designing Your New Staircase
Posted on May 6, 2014“There are three considerations that you need to take before replacing or redesigning your staircase,” says Normandy Design Manager Troy Pavelka. “A staircase is an architectural feature of a home, so it’s important to put some real thought into it before moving forward with anything. What type of staircase fits the style of the house? The newel… more
Juliet Balconies Increase Curb Appeal
Posted on May 8, 2013Juliet balconies are a great way to reap some of the benefits of a balcony with a more economic budget in mind. They increase your home’s curb appeal because they add more architectural interest to what otherwise might be an exterior that looks like every other home on the block. “Often times Juliet balconies are incorporated… more
Victorian Home Restoration Ideas
Posted on March 20, 2013The Victorian Era was a time when homeowners were completely preoccupied with the details and colors of a home. Roof crestings really soared during this period, which are the architectural detail on the very top of the roof pictured. Often times during a Victorian home renovation, roof crestings are considered the finishing touch to really… more
Normandy Designers Give New Meaning to “Collecting Hardware”
Posted on January 25, 2013The Normandy Designers recently attended an awards ceremony for the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Greater Chicagoland chapter, and left with almost every single award! There were eighteen “Remodeling Excellence Awards” were handed out, and various Normandy Remodeling Designers received an astonishing seventeen of them. The designers were thrilled to have their hard work recognized… more
Normandy Showroom Remodel is Complete
Posted on November 12, 2012Although it’s been complete for a couple months, business has been booming and we’re finally finding time to showcase our beautiful new displays! The bathroom display features cool colors and follows a modern style. The bathroom was designed with a modest budget in mind, showing that stunning results can be achieved with smart design and detailed planning. … more
Newly Remodeled Kitchen Reflects Home’s Vintage Roots
Posted on August 2, 2012This Hinsdale kitchen remodel found its inspiration in the home’s Dutch Colonial style vintage roots. When working through their wish list, the homeowners wanted their new kitchen to feel like it was always there, maintaining a timeless, vintage look but with 21st century amenities. As three time Normandy clients, they’ve done their fair share of remodeling and knew… more
