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Transform Your Pittsburgh Home With Expert Whole-Home Remodeling

If your home has good bones but an outdated look or layout, it may be time to consider home remodeling.

Whole-home remodeling transforms the entire home into something new, ensuring each room flows seamlessly with the next and the home’s function better fits your needs. Marvista Design + Build provides expert whole-home and interior remodeling services.

Are you ready to get started? Schedule a consultation with our in-house designer or call today.

Why Marvista Design + Build Stands Out in Pittsburgh

Award-Winning Design-Build Firm With Local Expertise

If you’re tackling a whole-house remodel in the Pittsburgh metro area, you want to know that the team you’re working with has the right abilities and experience. We’re a design-build team, which means our process includes all the steps you need to complete your remodel.

We also communicate with you every step of the way to ensure the best possible outcome. Our approach is different, so your results are extraordinary.

If you’re interested in our whole-home remodeling services, schedule a consultation with our in-house designer today.

Factors to Consider When Remodeling Your Kitchen

Careful planning is the cornerstone of a successful kitchen remodel.

At Marvista, we help guide homeowners through every step of the process, ensuring we take all of their wants and needs into consideration. When planning your kitchen remodel, it’s essential to keep these factors in mind:

Layout & Functionality

Whether you want an open-concept or traditional kitchen layout, it’s important to develop a plan that maximizes workflow by adhering to the kitchen work triangle concept that keeps equal space between your sink, stove, and fridge.

Cabinetry & Storage

From custom cabinetry to pre-fabricated options, choosing smart storage solutions like pull-out shelves and built-in organizers can make all the difference in your kitchen’s functionality.

Countertops & Surfaces

Our team offers a wide range of popular materials for countertops and surfaces, such as quartz, granite, and butcher block, each of which boasts different advantages in terms of durability and maintenance requirements.

Appliances & Fixtures

Choosing energy-efficient appliances and integrating smart technologies into your culinary space can help lower utility bills and create a modernized workspace that enhances your home value.

Lighting & Aesthetics

It’s important to consider the role of task, ambient, and accent lighting, selecting finishes and color schemes that match your style while enhancing visibility throughout your culinary workspace.

Budgeting & Financing

When planning for your kitchen remodel, be sure to set realistic expectations for costs and set aside extra finances for contingencies. Marvista offers plenty of financing options to help minimize stress during the remodeling process.

What To Expect During Whole-Home Remodels

Tackling a whole-home remodel is daunting.

Knowing what to expect from the process can help take some of the stress off your shoulders. If you choose Marvista, here’s what you can expect:

  • Initial consultation: Like all remodeling projects at Marvista, whole-house remodels begin with a design consultation. We come to your home to see it, take measurements, and determine your vision for the space. We also collect your wish list to ensure the finished project meets your design ideals.
  • Design process: Next, we create a design. It comes with a mood board, 3D renderings of your home, a floor plan, and elevations.
  • Finalizing the design: After the presentation and tweaking of the designs, you finalize the design so we can move forward. At this point, we present your budget and timeline.
  • Planning and permits: After final design approval, we start planning for your project. This includes enlisting the help of our contractors and applying for necessary building permits. Then, the work begins.
  • Final walk-through and inspection: The process ends with a walk-through and inspection, which ensures that your newly remodeled home exceeds your expectations.

Our Comprehensive Whole-Home Remodeling Process

Award-Winning Design-Build Firm With Local Expertise

Bathroom Remodeling Process

When undertaking a bathroom remodel, there are several critical steps to ensure a successful transformation.

  • Planning and design: This stage involves creating a detailed plan and design for your new bathroom, considering layout, fixtures, and aesthetics.
  • Permits and regulations: Acquiring the necessary permits is crucial to ensure that your remodel meets all local building codes and regulations. Our experienced team can help you navigate this process seamlessly.
  • Material selection: Choosing the right materials is vital for both functionality and style. From tiles to fixtures, we guide you through the selection process to match your vision and budget.
  • Demolition and construction: The existing bathroom is carefully demolished, and the new construction begins. This phase includes plumbing, electrical work, and installing new fixtures.
  • Finishing touches: Finally, the finishing touches, such as painting, installing hardware, and ensuring everything is perfectly in place, are completed.

Kitchen Remodeling Process

  • Initial consultation: We start with a detailed consultation to understand your needs and preferences for the kitchen space.
  • Design and layout: Our design team creates a functional and aesthetically pleasing layout that maximizes the use of space and aligns with your vision.
  • Permits and compliance: Just like with bathrooms, securing the right permits is crucial. We ensure all the necessary approvals are obtained to comply with local building codes.
  • Material and appliance selection: Selecting high-quality materials and appliances is essential for a durable and stylish kitchen. We guide you through the selection process to ensure the best choices.
  • Construction and installation: This involves demolishing the existing kitchen and constructing a new one, including cabinetry, countertops, plumbing, and electrical installations.
  • Final adjustments and inspection: After construction, we make any final adjustments and conduct a thorough inspection to ensure everything meets our high standards.

Additional Remodeling

  • Home additions: Whether you’re looking to add a new room, expand your living space, or build an entirely new structure, we handle everything from planning to construction.
  • Closet renovations: Upgrading your closet space can significantly enhance your home’s functionality. We offer customized closet solutions that fit your storage needs and style.
  • Outdoor living spaces: Transform your outdoor areas with our comprehensive remodeling services, including patios, decks, and landscaping.
  • Interior updates: From flooring to lighting, our interior remodeling services ensure every detail of your home reflects your personal taste and lifestyle.

Common Whole-Home Remodeling FAQs

How much does it cost to remodel an entire house?

The cost for a whole-house remodel will vary depending on the size of the home and the types of finishes chosen. This can be between $20,000 and well over $200,000.

Can you stay in your home during a home remodel?

It’s possible to live in a home during a home remodel. This is typically handled on a case-by-case basis and will depend on how extensive the home remodel is, including whether the home is safe to live in during that time.

How do I remodel my whole house?

Working with a design-and-build company that can design the remodel and build your new home is the best way to remodel an entire home. We consider all aspects of the home, including how each space will flow and connect, to ensure you love your new space.

Can you renovate a house for $50k?

It’s possible to renovate a house for $50k, but the total cost will depend on the cost of the finishes and the size of the home.

Where do I start when renovating a house?

The first step is designing the renovation with the help of a home remodel design contractor. Make an appointment with our in-house designer today to get started on your home remodeling project.

Is it worth it to renovate my house?

If you love your neighborhood and location but need something different from your home, renovating can be far less stressful than moving.

Home Additions

If you’ve outgrown your home but love where you live, a well-planned addition can change everything. Whether it’s a larger kitchen, a new primary suite, a second story, or space for extended family, we handle everything from zoning and permitting to final punch list.

Our design-build model means we look at the big picture—how the addition will tie into your existing home, what systems need to be updated, and how to make the space feel like it’s always been there. No handoffs between designer and builder, and no surprises halfway through.

New Home Construction

Over the last 15+ years, our team has built dozens of homes from the ground up across Pittsburgh—from infill lots in tight city neighborhoods to new builds on wide-open land. If you’ve got a lot and a big idea, we know how to take it from dirt to done.

Our design + build process keeps everything under one roof: we handle the architecture, permitting, selections, materials, and construction—no bouncing between firms or chasing down answers. You get a clear plan, one point of contact, and a home that’s built to work beautifully for how you live.

Second Story Additions

Expand upward without compromise. Whether adding bedrooms, a private retreat, or a complete second level, our second-story additions maximize space without sacrificing design cohesion.

Thoughtfully planned and flawlessly executed, these additions feel like they were always meant to be, enhancing both function and architectural elegance.

Kitchens

The kitchen does a lot of heavy lifting in your home—it’s where people gather, where meals happen, and where the day starts and ends. We’ve remodeled everything from compact galley kitchens to wide-open spaces with massive islands and hidden storage.

Our design-build team will help you figure out what actually works for your family—whether it’s better lighting, more prep space, smarter appliance placement, or adding a pantry. We’ll walk you through layout options, cabinetry styles, and finishes that make sense for your lifestyle.

Bathrooms

Bathrooms should work well and look good—but they also need to hold up to daily life. Whether you're dealing with poor layout, dated fixtures, or lack of storage, we’ll help you reimagine the space with better function and smarter design.

We’ve built everything from sleek powder rooms to spa-style primary bathrooms. We’ll guide you through materials that hold up to moisture and wear, storage solutions that actually work, and layout changes that make a big difference. We also flag issues like water pressure, ventilation, and code—before you even start.

Primary Suites

Your private retreat should feel effortless, elegant, and entirely your own.

From reimagining layouts to creating spa-inspired baths and tailored dressing spaces, Marvista provides custom home remodeling solutions that transform primary suites into tranquil sanctuaries designed for comfort, luxury, and seamless living.

Whole Home Remodeling

Sometimes it’s not one room—it’s the whole house. Whether you’ve just bought a fixer-upper or your current home needs a serious update, we can rework your entire space to better suit how you live today.

We’ll help you figure out what stays, what changes, and how to prioritize your investment. From structural updates and layout changes to finishes and fixture selections, our team keeps the process clear and on track—so you're not managing ten different players or chasing down details.

Older Homes

Pittsburgh has no shortage of charm—and no shortage of surprises hiding behind the walls. We’ve spent the last 15+ years remodeling older homes all over the city, from century-old brick houses to post-war ranches.

That means we know how to work with plaster, knob-and-tube, sagging floors, oddball additions, and all the other quirks that come with age. Our goal isn’t to erase the character—it’s to make the home work better for how you live now, without losing what makes it special.

Basements

Basements can be a lot more than storage space. Whether you want a guest suite, a media room, a home gym, or a quiet place to work, we’ll help you get the most out of the square footage you already have.

We consider moisture control, ceiling height, egress, lighting, and sound—all the stuff that makes a basement feel finished and comfortable, not just renovated. And, because we handle everything from layout to construction, you don’t need to worry about chasing permits or coordinating trades.

Decks

A deck is an extension of your home, not just something tacked on. We design decks that actually work for your lifestyle—multi-levels, built-in seating, space for a grill or fire pit, whatever makes sense for how you entertain or relax.

We use durable materials and think through all the details (like lighting, drainage, or storage), and we make sure it ties into your home both structurally and visually. We also take care of permits and make sure everything is built to code, so you don’t have to second-guess anything down the line.

Aging-in-Place

A home should support every stage of life. Our aging-in-place renovations prioritize accessibility without compromising style.

Thoughtful updates—such as barrier-free showers, wider doorways, and discreet safety enhancements, as well as modern amenities such as home elevators—ensure your home remains as beautiful as it is functional, allowing you to continue living comfortably in the home you love.