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Audio: Balancing the Save/Splurge Equation

An architect explains where best to spend your kitchen remodeling budget

by Paul DeGroot

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Austin Architect Paul DeGroot believes that by focusing on key upgrades, an old kitchen can be transformed without sacrificing quality, durability, or style. In this slideshow, Paul explains where he recommend savings and spurges in seven kitchen remodels, including his own. To learn more about where to save and where to spend in your own remodel, read Kitchen Remodeling for Any Budget.

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Photo by: Brian Pontolilo

From Fine Homebuilding199 (Kitchens & Baths) October 15, 2008

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