Remodeling Projects Across Knox County and Central Ohio
See how ordinary spaces were transformed into kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and living areas designed to better serve the families who live in them.
Every project has its own challenges. These project stories show the process, problem-solving, and finished results behind some of our favorite remodels.
Kitchen & Bathroom Remodel | Utica, Ohio
A complete ranch-home transformation featuring an open-concept kitchen, expanded workspace, improved traffic flow, and a more functional bathroom.
The Challenge
This ranch home suffered from a cramped kitchen layout, limited workspace, and an undersized bathroom. The homeowners wanted a more open floor plan, improved traffic flow, and modern finishes while staying within the home's existing footprint.
Barn Conversion & Family Living Space | Mount Vernon, Ohio
Transforming unfinished barn space into comfortable living quarters with three bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a functional family gathering area.
The Challenge
This post-frame building contained dark, poorly utilized space with limited natural light, plumbing concerns, and a layout that wasn't suitable for everyday living. The homeowners needed dependable living space for a growing family while working within the existing structure.
Kitchen Expansion & Garage Conversion | Mount Vernon, Ohio
Expanding a cramped kitchen into underutilized garage space to create a larger kitchen, dedicated dining room, and additional living area.
The Challenge
The existing kitchen was far too small for everyday family life. With no dedicated dining room, seating overflowed into the kitchen and interfered with basic functions. The homeowners wanted to reclaim unused garage space and transform it into a more functional, comfortable extension of their home.
Upstairs Remodel & Bathroom Expansion | Mount Vernon, Ohio
Reimagining an entire second floor with a larger bathroom, new bedroom, loft space, and updated mechanical systems.
The Challenge
The second floor was divided into several small, disconnected spaces that no longer fit the family's needs. An undersized bathroom, limited storage, and inefficient room layout created daily frustrations. The goal was to create a more open, functional floor plan while improving comfort and flexibility for a growing family.
Basement Guest Bedroom Addition | Mount Vernon, Ohio
Creating a private guest bedroom within an existing finished basement while preserving the look and feel of the surrounding space.
The Challenge
The basement already contained finished walls, flooring, and trim, making integration the biggest obstacle. The homeowners needed a comfortable guest room for visiting family members without making the new construction feel like an obvious addition to the original basement design.
Basement Remodel with Bedrooms, Bathroom & Entertainment Space | Fredericktown, Ohio
Transforming 2,200 square feet of unfinished basement into bedrooms, a bathroom, office space, and a large family recreation area.
The Challenge
The homeowners wanted far more than a typical basement finish. Starting with an unfinished space, they needed bedrooms, a bathroom, office, storage, and entertainment areas while addressing moisture concerns, improving energy efficiency, and making the basement feel like a natural extension of the main living areas.
Basement Remodel & New Full Bathroom | Danville, Ohio
Converting an unfinished basement into comfortable living space with a bedroom, full bathroom, family room, and custom features throughout.
The Challenge
The basement offered plenty of potential but lacked the infrastructure needed for finished living space. Mechanical systems, plumbing, and HVAC components limited layout options, and a completely new bathroom required extensive concrete removal and drain modifications before construction could begin.
Family-Friendly Bathroom Remodel | Mount Vernon, Ohio
Transforming a dated bathroom into a brighter, more functional space designed around the needs of a growing family.
The Challenge
Although the bathroom had adequate square footage, poor layout decisions made it feel cramped and inefficient. An oversized jetted tub, bulky soffit, swing-in door, and hidden structural issues limited functionality. The homeowners wanted a bathroom that would work better today and continue serving their family for years to come.
Kitchen Layout Transformation with Cabinet Reuse | Mount Vernon, Ohio
Transforming an awkward kitchen layout into an open gathering space by reusing existing cabinetry, adding a custom island, and extending hardwood flooring throughout.
The Challenge
Although the kitchen featured quality cabinetry and plenty of square footage, the layout never worked well for the family. A raised peninsula divided the room, restricted traffic flow, and left valuable space underutilized. The homeowners wanted a more open gathering space without replacing an entire kitchen of solid cabinetry.
Large-Scale Kitchen Remodel & Home Transformation | Mount Vernon, Ohio
This 1969 home had great bones, distinctive architecture, and plenty of square footage, but the kitchen and dining areas no longer fit the way the homeowners lived. Through structural modifications, major layout changes, custom cabinetry, and thoughtful design decisions, the space was transformed into an open gathering area that respects the home's mid-century character while functioning beautifully for modern life.
The Challenge
The goal wasn't simply to update finishes—it was to reimagine how the entire main living area worked. Load-bearing walls, a sagging floor system, outdated room divisions, and a closed-off kitchen all stood in the way. The homeowners wanted a brighter, more connected space while preserving the architectural features that made them fall in love with the home in the first place.
Kitchen and Dining Room Remodel | Mount Vernon, Ohio
After previously finishing their basement, this family invited Waal Construction back to remodel the main level of their home. By reworking approximately 550 square feet of kitchen, dining, and office space, we created an open, functional layout centered around a 3' × 10' quartz island, custom cabinetry, and thoughtful storage—all without adding a single square foot.
The Challenge
The original kitchen, dining room, and office were separated into spaces that no longer fit the way the homeowners lived. Our goal was to improve the layout—not expand the house. By rethinking the existing floor plan, we were able to add a pantry and coffee bar, create a much larger gathering space, and give the home an entirely new feel within its original footprint.