Whatever your budget, an outdoor kitchen can be built to fit. Sometimes, it’s a simple deck with a roof and portable barbecue; for others, it can be nearly as elaborate as the indoor kitchen, featuring

Summers are much better when your home has a well-designed deck. Decks are wonderful for having backyard barbecues and summer parties. Add some lawn chairs, a stereo, a grill and friends and family! Humans used

Whew! We are having a very dry, warm summer here in Bellingham – instead of being unhappy about the heat (Bellinghamsters are not used to heat – temperatures over 75 for more than a couple

Homeowners are increasing the size of outdoor living spaces so they can enjoy a wider variety of activities outside. Especially here in Whatcom County and Bellingham areas, summers are the long days we look forward

A kitchen is the coziest space in a home and we all love gathering together there and eating something delicious. But summer is the time to enjoy fresh air and sunlight in gardens and on

You can have a simple deck built for your home – and there is nothing at all wrong with that! But what if you long for something more elaborate?  Decks can be clean, rectangular affairs

Barbecues are lots of fun, and great opportunities for family and friends to get together. What could be a problem? Well . . . this is the Pacific Northwest, and today is typical! Unusually warm

There are decks, and then there are decks. What makes a plain deck into something special? Here are some ideas to make your deck unique: Railings: These can be glass panels for ultimate viewing; cable

Is your deck ready for that? In our Pacific Northwest climate, decks really take a beating. It may be fir needles and maple leaves filling up the gaps between the decking, or moss and mildew

Summer means cooking out on the deck, vacations, and lots of outdoor activities. To ensure that you get your maximum summertime fun, hire a reliable contractor to get those projects done for you. Power wash

An outdoor living space can provide great views, an outdoor cooking and entertainment space and much more. Such a space can function as an outdoor retreat and act as an extension of the home. A

Homeowners love low-maintenance decks; add a roof or partial roof and you have a year-round outdoor living space. Decks make it possible to enjoy the outdoors without getting in your car and driving somewhere. Add

Are you looking forward to spring weather and the start of BBQ season? You might be more excited about it if you were confident that your deck is in great shape. It may be time

How did your deck fare this summer? If your deck is at the point where it should be replaced, or you are considering a brand-new deck, here are a few things to consider. Materials: Wood,

If the summer is too hot for you to enjoy being outdoors and barbecuing as often as you would like, consider having a roof built over all or part of your deck. The shade will

Outdoor kitchens can be added to any deck; they can be as small as a barbecue and a counter or as elaborate as a full outdoor kitchen complete with refrigerator, sink, oven, and seating area.

If you have a deck already, you may fall into the category of dissatisfaction with it’s design. And if it is nearing the end of it’s life, this would be the time to have your

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

We can do that for you while you are on vacation! Think of it: You, on relaxing cruise in Baja while Rose Construction is upgrading your master bath, kitchen, or outdoor project. You return home

Decks, even when constructed of man-made materials, need regular maintenance, although composite materials require less attention, but don’t be fooled; they still need to be cleaned at least yearly. When should you replace a wood

Is this your year to have that outdoor kitchen built? Outdoor kitchens range from a simple built-in barbecue with a counter on each side, to a full-blown kitchen with sink, outdoor refrigerator, and all the

Whatcom County residents are gearing up for the traditional 4th of July BBQ and the opening of the summer BBQ season. With the great weather that comes this time of year, decks are the way

  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

Maybe you need to refurbish you deck, or maybe it is time to completely tear it out and build new. Check out some decks Rose Construction, Inc. built: Spectacular outdoor kitchen with fireplace This one of

Well, the TORH’s is over!  We had 85 visitors on Sunday!  Not sure of the count for Saturday, as I manned the front gate for our home project on Sunday.  It was great to see