MANKIND LLC

Hey there, Columbus homeowners! Michael Murphy here, owner of Mankind LLC. If you’re reading this, you’re likely dreaming of a kitchen that does more than just hold your coffee maker. Maybe you’re envisioning a sleek, modern space in the Short North, a cozy farmhouse vibe in Westerville, or a high-end gourmet setup in Upper Arlington. We love that energy. But as a professional home remodeling team serving the Greater Columbus area, we’ve also seen the "renovation nightmares"

If your home still has that “builder beige + shiny brass + everything matches” look, you don’t need a full gut job to get it back on trend. In Central Ohio, we’re seeing homeowners in the Columbus area making smart, fast updates that modernize kitchens, bathrooms, and basements without turning life upside down for months. Below are 7 quick, high-impact hacks that work especially well for homes around Greater Columbus, plus a few “do this, not that” notes we’ve learned from r

If you’ve lived in Central Ohio for any length of time, you know that our homes take a bit of a beating. From the humid, sticky summers in Dublin to the bone-chilling winters in Westerville, our houses are constantly expanding and contracting. When it comes to remodeling, especially your kitchen, the "secrets" aren't usually about some hidden treasure found behind a wall. The real secrets lie in the materials that most contractors hope you won’t ask too many questions about.