You are unhappy with your outdated kitchen, but unsure of just what you need done to make it work for you, and look good! Here are some ideas: First, think about how you use the kitchen; are you a gourmet cook, spending hours in the kitchen? Do you have a family and need to get…

Do you find yourself coming up with reasons to spend more time away from home, and you don’t know why?  You may be suffering from boring house syndrome. What you need is some serious upgrading to your home. Here are some ideas to make you run home from work every day and not want to…

What says “sophistication” to you? Is it old world attention to detail, or is it a sleek, modern, chrome-and-glass design? Or perhaps you lean toward materials taken from nature; natural stone sinks, marble countertops and custom wood cabinetry. Whatever materials you choose, design, layout and craftsmanship are critical to achieve the feel of a classic…

Kitchens are notoriously plagued by countertops covered with appliances. It seems impossible to get all that “stuff” stored away so that the counter is freed up for food prep! Not to mention, the kitchen just looks better with a cleared countertop. Rather than despairing that this is an impossible situation, here are a few ideas…

It’s really about storage – convenient storage, close to where you prepare the food. If you have lots of square footage, then it’s about using that space to best suit your style. If you have a small kitchen more ingenuity is required to utilize every square inch of space to the best advantage. You don’t…

Just what is it that makes a master bath feel luxurious? Not the size – a small bath can be truly sumptuous! A heated tile floor will feel positively sybaritic on a cold morning! And warm towels from your heated towel rack will add to the spa-like ambiance. Custom built vanities will make a great…

  Include heated elements in your bathroom design; heated floors, heated towel racks and a steam shower. What could be more relaxing and soothing than a steam shower? They are easy to operate and are a simple add to your shower. They do not replace the traditional shower head, but give you the option for…

We will admit that the answer to this question is subjective; so then, here we will discuss a few situations. 1. Your house has four bedrooms, but only one bath. Definitely, this house needs at least one more bathroom. 2. How many people live in the house? If more than one, you should add a…

Your house is driving you crazy; you are tired of living virtually “on top” of your stuff. You have to move too many stored items to find the ones you need. If this sounds like your life, then it is time to move; or add on to that too small house! If you like where…

1. Natural wood flooring gives a warm, natural feeling to the space. 2. A well-planned cabinet system will provide just the right amount and type of storage for your needs, and in the right places! 3. Plenty of light, utilizing stylish light fixtures in just the right locations and as much outdoor lighting as your…

Did you know that experts say that families who regularly eat dinner together (along with upbuilding conversations) are healthier, have children who do better in school, and expand the childrens’ vocabulary. Family ties are strengthened, and eating nutritious home cooked meals together tends to reduce eating disorders. If you inadvertently might feel slightly guilty at…

1. Big drawers; these are great for holding bulky items like pots and pans and are easy to use, even if you have something in one hand that you can’t put down (like a hot pan?). 2. Pull out storage behind doors is another fantastic invention. 3. Pull out shelves on tracks make reaching to…

Small bathrooms are endemic with older homes; the farther back in time, it seems, the smaller the bathroom! If moving walls is not in your budget or just won’t work for your home, here are some ideas for remodeling that little bathroom to make it work for you. For small bathrooms, cabinet size and style…

Sometimes I wonder why we ever moved the toilet indoors. Are you the one who gets to clean this item? That’s those occasions I’m talking about. A practical bathroom design will look good, be easy to clean, and provide out-of-sight storage for all your bathroom stuff. The first indoor bathrooms were poorly designed – understandably,…

Maybe nothing! But, if you have that uneasy feeling that something’s just not working for you, but it’s hard to put your finger on the culprit, it may be several things. Here are 5 things you can change to upgrade and improve efficiency in your kitchen: Have a kitchen island installed. To be useful, it…

It’s time to get serious about outdoor dining! The sun is shining here in Whatcom County, and we are chomping at the bit to warm up our barbecues. But what if you plan for a weekend backyard party, but the weather doesn’t cooperate? What you need is a patio roof. Skylights or transparent roofing give…

So, picture this: You are in a rush to get out the door to work, and can’t find the shoes that go with your outfit. Wasting precious time, you dig through the overstuffed closet  . . . and finally, viola! Then you walk out the door, a bit irritated and feeling rushed. How would this…

So, you are chomping at the bit, longing for a glamorous curbless shower, like the one at the spa you visited on your last vacation? But maybe you are a thoughtful person, and are wondering how they keep the water in the shower, if there is no curb? Here are some facts about curbless showers;…

Have you ever thought that your kitchen looked great, but just seemed to be missing . . . something? Cabinet pulls and knobs can add style and drama to your kitchen. There are an endless variety of styles; you can get easy-to-use and stylish as well. Here is an example from one of our Bellingham…

One of the most frequently used fixtures in your bathroom, is the shower, so you should have a shower that you enjoy. Do you? Here are some ideas to improve your master bath: If you have a shower curtain rod, have a curved, double shower curtain rod installed. You will love it. The double rod…

Do you know that the word “remodel” has many different meanings? Probably the vagueness of this term is responsible for the surprise some feel when they pay their contractor for their remodel job. Here are more specific definitions or types of remodels. Minor renovation. Cosmetic or energy saving upgrades; window replacement, painting the exterior of…

If everything that you need each morning has a specific, convenient place in your bath lav, your morning routine will go much smoother, and make it easier to wind down and relax in the evening. Getting all the jars, bottles and appliances off your countertops is key to getting your bathroom de-cluttered and better organized.…

When you take the plunge and have that kitchen remodel done, be sure to include these great ideas to make your life easier (and more fun)! Have a charging station built into your cabinets; there are many hidden options that won’t take away from your decor. The most often used method is to have the…

New cabinets can convert a dated, inefficient kitchen into a functional, organized space. Cabinets come in an amazing array of finishes and options with a wide variety of prices. Think of your cabinets as furniture that will reflect your personality and style, and box store cabinetry just isn’t going to provide you with the style…

Include a pantry right off the kitchen. Plenty of shelves and lower cabinets with doors or drawers will allow you to store items close at hand. Put things you use frequently on the shelves, where they will be visible and items used less often should go in the cabinets and drawers. It’s becoming popular to…