Clark Construction Talks PIZZAZZ

Pizzazz is that elusive quality which makes a home improvement project stand out from the crowd. It’s the sizzle and the sparkle that transforms a space from ho-hum to an award-winning room that you love to be in.

Pizzazz often comes out of a design that makes good use of space, has a unique look, or has well thought out details. Shiny, gleaming surfaces, clean lines, warm natural materials, pleasing curves, unique materials and attractive accents are all components which could add pizzazz. Sometimes these components can all comes together in a design that knock your socks off.

As designers, figuring out how to create that oh-so-desirable “wow” factor isn’t always easy.

Pizzazz often comes down to one or two visual foci which really catch your eye or make you feel good. Is it that backsplash? Your fireplace? A grand stairway?

We want to add character and quality, while avoiding wasting space, materials, money, and energy. The way we start is by focusing on our clients; their lifestyles, their wants, and their needs. Then we can create spaces which work well and incorporate elements that are custom-tailored elements to them.

Many of our clients enjoy the feeling of open spaces and want to incorporate that into their home. One way to do this is to create "open concept spaces"; large fun casual spaces for living, working, eating and relaxing. Partial walls, bulkheads, lighting and floor treatments help to define and add character to individual areas within these spaces and give them some pizzazz.

Lighting is an element which can be used to change a space entirely and can be used to create a space which feels just right. Advances in windows and doors allow us to use them more frequently than ever before, bringing in light and creating bright spaces, without needing to worry about heat loss in the winter and overheating in the summer. So much light can give your home a whole different feeling.

Most often the kitchen is at the heart of a home. Clean lines, well organized zones, and enough storage to keep the counters clutter free makes the difference between a ho hum and a “wow” kitchen. Maybe for you it's the bright colors, glitz and glitter of a popping backsplash which will add the pizzazz to your kitchen.

Whatever makes your socks go up and down is what adds pizzazz in your life. Have at it! Make a point to increase the pizzazz in your life.