So what can you do with that dark, junk-filled basement? You hate to waste the square footage using it as a place to toss stuff you don’t use very often, because you could really use

Why remodel your bathroom? Over the last 30 years or so, bathrooms have become an increasingly focal point of design in the home. As a consequence, more careful design and planning goes into bathroom remodels

A lot of Whatcom county residents tend to be into natural foods, outdoor exercise, and generally healthy eating. Of course we have plenty of gourmets, but healthy foods can be prepared and served as elegant

You need a plan to guide you as you evaluate your needs, set goals, find inspiration and select products. Do you want a retreat, or an efficient bathroom to just get things done? Maybe one

So you have been in your home for many years and the kitchen seems worn and bathrooms are dated. What should you do? The popular website  Houzz.com did a survey that found that the majority

Where can you go to find qualified remodelers for barrier free kitchens and baths? Recommendations from friends are great, but if that is not an option for you, NAHB, the National Association of Home Builders,

The following information is from BIAWC, the Building Industry Association of Whatcom County, the professional association for ethical and skilled contractors. Their organization provides advice for homeowners looking for remodeling as well as new construction

What do you need to know to have a kitchen remodel that you’ll be happy with? Well, no doubt this list will vary somewhat depending on your circumstance, but for a general list that covers

Kitchen design in the Pacific Northwest is probably driven by the fact that those who are drawn to our rainy, green and mild climate are tend to love natural materials and lots of windows. Better

Rising awareness of water conservation and new laws that limit water consumption mean that some people are moving away from multiple-body sprays in showers and jetted tubs. Steam and sauna are excellent alternatives that use

If you need to upgrade a small bath that‘s long past it’s prime, and you want it to be both practical and visually pleasing, here are a few small bath remodeling ideas to create a

  In most counties, decks need a permit for construction if they are off the ground. In Whatcom county this height starts at 30 inches. A skilled contractor can handle the permit, the structural engineer

Bathrooms are the most hazardous room in the house! Small spaces, wet floors and hard surfaces can make it dangerous for those with balance problems, low vision and just inaccessible to wheelchairs. Whatcom County attracts

For many families, remodeling a kitchen can be stressful. There are so many details to consider, while simultaneously fitting everything in the budget, while holding one’s breath that no unexpected problems will be found when

For many reasons it has become popular to replace tubs with large showers. Taking a tub bath usually uses more water than a shower, and takes more time. After all, if in a hurry you