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There are numerous solar power options for homeowners, regardless of cloudy weather. Learn more about how you can take advantage of solar energy for your home or business.
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There are numerous solar power options for homeowners, regardless of cloudy weather. Learn more about how you can take advantage of solar energy for your home or business.
With a strong local real estate market and interest rates hitting all-time lows, refinancing for a remodeling project might be a smart move.
St. Charles Church in N. Portland’s Cully neighborhood wanted to engage in a solar project that focused on clean energy and caring for the environment.
Does your kitchen’s layout merit less than 5 stars? Maybe you’re tired of doing battle with difficult-to-clean tile (hello stubborn grout lines)? Whether you find yourself with ‘more cooks in the kitchen’ these days, or you’re just tired of a poorly designed living space, Neil Kelly can help.
Any shortcomings in your home that previously bothered you, may now be amplified as you spend more time in your living space.
For 23 years, the Rotarians from Albina/North Portland have awarded the Neil Kelly Memorial Scholarship to deserving local high school students.
For many, commuting to a home office—or kitchen table—may be the new normal. And if you and a partner are both working from home, it can be tricky to create a comfortable and functional work space.
Your home is a tool, an element that you operate with and within in order to live a comfortable, happy life. So how do you ensure your home works with you when life changes? With Universal Design.
While we have warmer weather and longer days, it is a good time to inventory your home exterior and assess needed maintenance and repairs.
Question: What do you do when there is a global pandemic and you’re forced to stay at home? Answer: Catch up on projects around your house! Here are 25 do-it-yourself tips from Neil Kelly’s Handyman Services pros.
This week some of our designers and staff people shared images of their workspaces along with a few tricks they’ve used to stay productive and engaged.
Cabinets, counters, floors, and color selection often get top billing in a remodeling project, but lighting is also a critical element in any interior design.
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