Your bathroom is one of the most-used spaces in your home, and with the high level of moisture that bathrooms create, there is a greater associated risk of electrical shock if your electrical work isn’t done properly. We’ll go over the standard electrical requirements for your bathroom remodel as dictated by the National Electrical Code… > Read more
No more grey, no more barn doors, no more boring spaces for doing chores. It’s 2025! And as each new year urges, we’re taking a moment to reflect on what’s in and what’s out in the world of home design and remodeling. These days, homeowners are looking to add comfort and joy to every corner… > Read more
Neil Kelly’s interior designers, project managers, and carpenters have been turning remodeling dreams into reality for homeowners throughout the Pacific Northwest in a banner year of bathroom updates, kitchen reconfigurations, and whole-house renovations. Let’s take a look back at the most exciting remodeling projects of 2024. The One With The Blue Range The owners of… > Read more
This year has been very exciting for many of our Design/Build Remodeling teams as recently completed projects in each of our locations—Bend, Eugene, Portland, and Seattle—have been recognized for excellence in design and craftsmanship. Numerous remodeling associations and authorities in the home design industry have honored us with regional and national awards. Let’s take a… > Read more
Earlier this month, our Eugene team was honored to partner with Make-A-Wish Oregon to grant the wish of a local 18-year-old—a wish that transformed her home and the lives of her family. Alice lives with a rare genetic disorder and is unable to walk or talk. She relies on her parents’ help for self-care. Alice’s… > Read more
If this is your first time remodeling, it’s completely normal to be feeling a little scared or nervous. This is a big investment and you want to be sure your money is well spent. Just like buying a home, the remodeling process is emotional and full of highs, lows, and expectations. As your trusted team… > Read more
Some home design trends quickly come and go while others stick around and solidify their appeal over the course of ten years or so. As we remodel homes across the Pacific Northwest, we see the following home design ideas being popular in 2024 and likely shaping our current decade overall. Color, Pattern, & Texture We’re… > Read more
It’s been an exciting year of kitchen renovations, bathroom reconfigurations, and whole-house updates! Our designers, project managers, and carpenters have been on a roll from Seattle to Central Oregon bringing our clients’ dreams for their dwellings into reality. Let’s take a look back at some of our favorite remodeling projects completed in 2023. The One… > Read more
As 2022 comes to a close, we’re looking forward to the new year with excitement for fresh ideas in home remodeling. We surveyed our entire staff of talented home designers to find out what’s becoming more popular in kitchens, bathrooms, and beyond. And with that, Neil Kelly’s Design Director, Barbara Miller, is sharing her predictions… > Read more
The remodeling projects our teams completed this year started and ended with family function, with plenty of custom cabinets, new appliances, and fresh tile in between. Let’s take a look back at the beautiful spaces our designers and their teams created in 2022. North Eugene Kitchen & Maker Space A basic 90s kitchen and… > Read more
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Tub or Shower? “If it turns out the tub is only used for watering house plants, or worse, for the cat box, I say NO! I have learned over the years, there are ‘tub people’ and ‘shower people.'” — Kathleen Donohue, Bend Design Consultant
Small Kitchen Design: “It’s often beneficial to have a mobile surface like a prep table on casters or a table that folds out from the wall.” — Karen Richmond, Portland Design Consultant
Backsplash Tile: “Something about a handmade ceramic tile makes me swoon. The imperfect edges of each tile allow the grout to show off, and the subtle tone variations from tile to tile add character.” — Erika Altenhofen, Portland Design Consultant
Regional Differences: “In California, people are very interested in keeping up with the neighbors and resale value. In the Pacific Northwest, there is a greater attention to craftsmanship that I find really inspiring.” — Jamie Smugeresky, Seattle Design Consultant