A Mid-Century Modern Home in Whispering Pines Finds New Life
In Whispering Pines, some homes don’t just sit on the land—they grow with the families who love them. The architect for this home was Richard Burke (Dick) Schnedl with Hayes-Howell and Associates. Hayes-Howell was a prominent regional firm that designed homes such as the Thomas and Cleon Hayes House and the... Read More
Townhome Kitchen Remodel
“As longtime homeowners with many renovation experiences, I must say working with the entire Retriever team exceeded our expectations every step of the way. From planning and engineering to demo and construction. Mike handled to job site and all the subs quickly, professionally and without any problems. We cannot be happier... Read More
New Lower Level: Basement Bar, Living Space & Dual Bath Remodel
At Retriever Remodeling, we specialize in taking well-loved homes and giving them a modern update that still feels warm and welcoming. This basement project did exactly that—turning a dated lower level into a destination space the whole family actually wants to use. The scope covered three connected areas: a living space... Read More
Fetching a Fresh Look: Kitchen & Bathroom Before and Afters
At Retriever Remodeling, we specialize in taking solid, well-loved homes and giving them a modern update that still feels warm and welcoming. This recent project delivered exactly that—a complete kitchen and dual-bathroom transformation that turned dated finishes into a cohesive, high-end look. Black cabinetry, warm gold hardware, white quartz, and rich... Read More
Creating a Peaceful Backyard Retreat: Our Custom Gazebo Swing Project
At Retriever Remodeling, we love transforming ordinary backyards into personal sanctuaries where families can unwind, connect, and make lasting memories. Recently, we had the pleasure of building this beautiful custom gazebo swing for a client right here in North Carolina. The result? A charming outdoor space that feels like an extension... Read More
Screened Porch to Carolina Room — Southern Pines
This family needed more usable space — and their underutilized screen porch was the perfect opportunity for a Retriever Remodeling transformation. The original screen porch featured worn decking, basic screening, and no climate control, making it feel dated and unusable for much of the year — especially not ideal for homeschooling... Read More
Before & After | Primary Bath Renovation — Pinehurst
What started as a leaking shower turned into a full transformation this primary bathroom truly deserved. The original shower featured a heavy column-and-wall enclosure with dated tile accents that made the space feel closed off and dark. We opened everything up by removing the bulky column wall and installing a sleek... Read More
Third Time’s the Charm: Adding a Fetch-ing Third-Car Garage That Fits Like a Glove
At Retriever Remodeling, we’re all about giving homeowners more space without barking up the wrong tree on style. Recently, we had the pleasure of building a beautiful third-car garage addition for a stunning Caviness & Cates home in the peaceful Whispering Pines, NC. This project was a true “paws-itive” match—seamlessly blending... Read More
Our Latest Gazebo Masterpiece
At Retriever Remodeling, we love transforming backyards into paws-itively amazing spaces where families can relax, entertain, and create lasting memories. Recently, we had the pleasure of building a stunning gazebo for one of our wonderful clients. This project was truly a “fetch” — we mean, a success — and we’re thrilled... Read More
Decked Out
The original deck was barking for attention—weathered, exposed, and lacking the charm (and function) our client deserved. So, we rolled up our sleeves and got to work with a full rebuild that gave this outdoor space a new leash on life. Here’s what we did: Rebuilt the deck from the ground... Read More