Whether building or remodeling, when most people want a nicer house they build a bigger house without considering its feel. The result? A growing number of dissatisfied people with oversized houses that are impersonal. Deciding what you want or need in a home can seem overwhelming. Architect ... Read More about Space: Quality vs. Quantity
Remodeling Trend Watch
We're seeing the following projects as our most commonly requested remodels: Over-Garage additions. Whether it's for a mother-in-law suite or a family room many homeowners want to utilize this potential space to expand their living area. Ranch conversions. Corvallis has an abundance of 60's ... Read More about Remodeling Trend Watch
Visualizing Your Remodeling Project
Gather together those magazine pictures you've been collecting and start thinking about what you really want. Do you want a kitchen with the latest in appliance technology? Are you picturing a luxurious bathroom with a jetted tub? Do you like recessed lighting or do you prefer something more ... Read More about Visualizing Your Remodeling Project
Creating a Dream File
Walk through your house and make a list of the things you don't like. Prioritize them into what you can live with and those that absolutely must be changed. This narrows the scope of what you really want to accomplish with your redo and makes it easier to trim items during final planning to stay on ... Read More about Creating a Dream File
A Welcoming Entry
The entry to a home is a very important part of a home's design. Consider the entry from both an exterior and interior point of view. As far as curb appeal goes the entry is critical to the home's overall appearance. A covered entrance adds character as well as providing protection from the ... Read More about A Welcoming Entry
The Three Bid Myth
I was at Safeway the other day and picked up a copy of "Kitchen Remodeling for Dummies." I have to say, I was curious to read the advice the publication was offering. Not surprisingly it advocated getting three bids. "Be sure that all three contractors work from the same materials and labor list. ... Read More about The Three Bid Myth
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