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Dec 30 2013

The Best Material for Kitchen Countertops

Custom Kitchen, Home Tips, Kitchen Remodel

Your kitchen countertops will provide your kitchen with quite a bit of personality which can be a great reflection of your personal style. They also help to determine the overall look and function of the space. It is important to choose a surface that will look great and make you happy for a long time, and that’s what we’re here to help you with. When you are remodeling or building a new kitchen, you will find you have a number of choices. Before making a decision, take the time to...

Dec 09 2013

Should I Add on to My Existing Home or Move to a Larger One?

Custom Home, Custom Remodel, Exterior Renovation, New Construction, Remodel Contractor

Do you and your family constantly feel as though you are cramped and running out of space for fun or relaxation? If you do, then you are not alone and this is when the decision to remodel or move comes to play. According to MSN’s real estate section there are quite a few people come to the realization that their space simply won’t work for much longer. That’s when they have to make a decision. Should they stay in their home and put on an addition or should they move...

Nov 18 2013

Large Tubs in Master Baths Often Go Unused – and That’s a Great Place for a Larger Shower

Bathroom Remodel, Custom Bathroom, Custom Bathroom Redesign, Custom Home, Custom Remodel

Since you've been shopping for your perfect home or building your dream home, chances are you wanted to have a nice and large master bathroom. A large bathroom is luxurious, and it gives you all the space you need to bathe, shave, and get ready in peace and comfort. However, there’s a very good chance you might be misusing some of the space in your bathroom. Do you have a large tub in your home now? Most of the master baths, especially those that are several years old, or older,...

Oct 28 2013

Hot Trends and Amenities for Kitchen Remodeling

Custom Home, Custom Kitchen, Custom Remodel, Kitchen Remodel, New Construction, Remodel Contractor

Trends have a way of changing quickly, which is ever apparent in the remodeling industry. Our clients are constantly bringing new dreams to us to build, but some tend to last a bit longer than others will. That’s often the case when it comes to kitchen remodeling. Here are some of the biggest trends that are taking over the cooking spaces we renovate, and are also popular around the U.S. Countertops are popular, and they always will be one of the first things a remodel should entail. Having the best countertop...

May 03 2013

Hiring A Remodel Contractor

Custom Kitchen, Custom Remodel, Kitchen Remodel, Remodel Contractor

You are finally tired of your 20 year old oak kitchen cabinets and ceramic tile counter tops. You have spent hours upon hours on Houzz adding photographs to your idea books, you know exactly what you want. It is now time to hire a remodel contractor to create the modern kitchen of your dreams. You have called around to find a reputable custom remodel contractor and you think you know who you are going to hire. Before you decide to hire a remodel contractor for you next home improvement project,...

May 01 2013

Turn Your Backyard Into an Outdoor Living Space

Exterior Renovation, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Living Space

Today I was sitting in my car, headed to our Sherwood, OR office, relishing the beauty of this amazing spring day. It is 71 degrees, the sun is shining and the BBQ is calling my name. Today is the kind of day that I think everyone needs to have an outdoor living space! In a recent article from in the Home section of the website howstuffworks.com, they listed the following Top 10 Ideas for Outdoor Living Spaces: 10. Be Bold with Color - Earth tones might look nice in your living room, but...

Apr 10 2013

Budgets, Estimates and Bids – know the difference, enjoy a less stressful project

Custom Home, Custom Kitchen, Custom Remodel, Kitchen Remodel

We frequently receive inquiries from prospective clients, asking if we could, “take a look at their project...

Mar 22 2013

Patio Options

Exterior Renovation, Outdoor Living Space, Remodel Contractor

Making the most of your outdoor living space is an important part of creating the home of your dreams. If you’ve been living with a plain old patio, you should understand that you have many different options available to you. You can transform that patio from a dull, dreary place to an amazing outdoor living space in virtually any way that you might want. One of the most popular options right now is to convert your patio area into an outdoor kitchen. This can be done in multiple ways, including adding...

Feb 27 2013

How to Choose a Remodel Contractor

Custom Remodel, Remodel Contractor

Remodeling your home is one of the best ways to achieve a number of goals. You can add considerable value to your home if you’re considering selling it down the road. However, you can also add more enjoyment to your current home by expanding it. Whether you’re contemplating an addition or looking at a kitchen remodel or a bathroom remodel, you’ll need the help of an experienced remodel contractor. How do you ensure that you choose the right professional? It all begins with research. You can’t afford to hire a remodel...

Jan 30 2013

The Kitchen Triangle

Custom Kitchen, Kitchen Remodel

Your kitchen is the most heavily used room in the home. As such, it stands to reason that it should be designed to facilitate the work that goes on in there, and understanding the kitchen work triangle is important for this. There are three primary work areas in any kitchen: the stove cooktop, the sink and the refrigerator (the oven is not part of a traditional “kitchen triangle”). The kitchen triangle is formed by drawing imaginary lines between these three items. The space within that triangle is your work triangle....