Many Seattle homebuyers want an upgraded kitchen. Renovating and upgrading this important space can not only make your home more functional, but it can also give your property a boost in resale value. One of the first things homeowners think about when deciding whether or not they want a new kitchen in their Pacific Northwest… > Read more
With a new year just around the corner, it’s fun to look back at the work we completed in the last 12 months. Here are some of our favorite remodeling projects from 2021.
A home renovation is a large undertaking, especially in a big city like Seattle, where weather, traffic, permits and building materials can be a challenge. That’s where an experienced design/build remodeling firm can help.
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Now that we’ve spent more than a year of our lives mostly confined in our homes, and now that Spring has officially sprung, our typical Pacific Northwest enthusiasm for the outdoors is on a whole new level. Needless to say, using nature as inspiration for your home’s interior, otherwise known as Biophilic Design, is really having… > Read more
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With a new year just around the corner, it’s fun to look back at the work we completed in the last 12 months. Here are some of our favorite remodeling projects from 2020.
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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