Our Favorite Remodeling Projects From 2018
As we get settled into a brand new year, it’s fun to take a moment and look at just a few of the wonderful remodeling projects we completed in the last 12 months. Here is some of our best work from 2018.
As we get settled into a brand new year, it’s fun to take a moment and look at just a few of the wonderful remodeling projects we completed in the last 12 months. Here is some of our best work from 2018.
If you have kids or pets in your home, don’t forget about them when you start a remodeling project. Here are some tips when considering your beloved two- and four-legged family members during the remodeling process.
Thinking of turning that musty, unused basement into a new living room, entertainment room or accessory dwelling unit (ADU)? Here’s what you can expect when you work with us on your finished basement.
At Neil Kelly Company, we’re proud to partner with Portland-based Umpqua Bank. Here the lender walks us through some of the most common financing scenarios — and a few surprises you haven’t heard of — to ensure your next project is a success.
Over the years, we accumulate stuff that we just can’t bear to part with. At some point, it feels like there’s no more space for all of our things. But don’t fret. A lack of space can be easily solved with a few efficient upgrades.
It’s a rite of passage in many families: the kids grow up and move out. When the celebrations are over and the kids are gone, many homeowners are left wondering what to do with all that space. Here’s how you can make an empty nest more to your style.
High-rise towers. Riverside hideaways. Casual cottages. Neil Kelly designers work on condos of all shapes and sizes. What’s the one thing each project has in common? Each condo needs to do more with less space. With a little creativity, you can turn your condo — whether it’s your first home or retirement abode — into the space you’ve always dreamed of.
Whether you’ve just purchased a “fixer-upper with vintage charm,” or you’re considering changes to a house that’s been in the family for generations, historic renovation projects come with their own unique set of challenges and opportunities.
French doors are a timeless look that creates fluidity between two spaces. Whether interior or exterior, this design element is an elegant way to create some privacy but maintain a visual connection between spaces.
While technology impacts almost every aspect of modern life, many homeowners are yearning for a simpler lifestyle that reconnects them to the outdoors and homesteading traditions of the past. If you’re looking for design elements that reflect your farm-to-table lifestyle, look no further than Farmhouse Style.
Get inspired by the latest Neil Kelly home remodeling and design expertise!
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