Follow our blog to stay up-to-date on the latest Neil Kelly news, see photo essays of recently completed projects, get tips for keeping your home more energy efficient, and get inspired with design ideas and information about the latest materials on the market.
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.
Is your home ready for the Golden Years? Whether retirement is just around the corner or you’re smack dab in the middle of it, adding simple comforts to your home right now will help sustain you in the space for years to come.
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.
From smart appliances that remember your cooking preferences to digital assistants that know when to heat up your shower or order your groceries — technology is making homes more functional and efficient every day.
A recent national safety award shined a light on decades of work undertaken by dedicated teams and individuals. Here’s how Neil Kelly keeps people safe on the job site.
Neil Kelly recently completed a complex roof replacement in Portland’s Irvington neighborhood. The unusual shape of the historic home and steep pitch of the roof made expert installation an absolute necessity.
What’s the easiest way to get away from it all? Step onto your deck or patio for a mini outdoor getaway. Whether you want to entertain like a boss or increase the value of your property, adding a new deck, patio or outdoor kitchen is a great way to make improvements.
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.
While homeowners and designers spend untold hours agonizing over wall treatments and colors, in many cases flooring has as much impact on the overall look and feel of a space as the walls.
Whether you’re doing a whole-house remodel, remodeling a kitchen or getting a new deck installed, our design-build and home improvement process ensures that you get just what you envisioned.
It’s not glamorous, it’s mostly unseen, but when it breaks down, most homeowners notice it immediately. Here’s how to ensure your HVAC is performing at its best and cooling off your home this summer.
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