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

You are unhappy with your outdated kitchen, but unsure of just what you need done to make it work for you, and look good! Here are some ideas: First, think about how you use the

Do you find yourself coming up with reasons to spend more time away from home, and you don’t know why?  You may be suffering from boring house syndrome. What you need is some serious upgrading

What says “sophistication” to you? Is it old world attention to detail, or is it a sleek, modern, chrome-and-glass design? Or perhaps you lean toward materials taken from nature; natural stone sinks, marble countertops and

Kitchens are notoriously plagued by countertops covered with appliances. It seems impossible to get all that “stuff” stored away so that the counter is freed up for food prep! Not to mention, the kitchen just

It’s really about storage – convenient storage, close to where you prepare the food. If you have lots of square footage, then it’s about using that space to best suit your style. If you have

Just what is it that makes a master bath feel luxurious? Not the size – a small bath can be truly sumptuous! A heated tile floor will feel positively sybaritic on a cold morning! And

  Include heated elements in your bathroom design; heated floors, heated towel racks and a steam shower. What could be more relaxing and soothing than a steam shower? They are easy to operate and are

We will admit that the answer to this question is subjective; so then, here we will discuss a few situations. 1. Your house has four bedrooms, but only one bath. Definitely, this house needs at

Your house is driving you crazy; you are tired of living virtually “on top” of your stuff. You have to move too many stored items to find the ones you need. If this sounds like

1. Natural wood flooring gives a warm, natural feeling to the space. 2. A well-planned cabinet system will provide just the right amount and type of storage for your needs, and in the right places!

Did you know that experts say that families who regularly eat dinner together (along with upbuilding conversations) are healthier, have children who do better in school, and expand the childrens’ vocabulary. Family ties are strengthened,

1. Big drawers; these are great for holding bulky items like pots and pans and are easy to use, even if you have something in one hand that you can’t put down (like a hot

Small bathrooms are endemic with older homes; the farther back in time, it seems, the smaller the bathroom! If moving walls is not in your budget or just won’t work for your home, here are

Sometimes I wonder why we ever moved the toilet indoors. Are you the one who gets to clean this item? That’s those occasions I’m talking about. A practical bathroom design will look good, be easy

Maybe nothing! But, if you have that uneasy feeling that something’s just not working for you, but it’s hard to put your finger on the culprit, it may be several things. Here are 5 things

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

So, picture this: You are in a rush to get out the door to work, and can’t find the shoes that go with your outfit. Wasting precious time, you dig through the overstuffed closet  .

So, you are chomping at the bit, longing for a glamorous curbless shower, like the one at the spa you visited on your last vacation? But maybe you are a thoughtful person, and are wondering

Have you ever thought that your kitchen looked great, but just seemed to be missing . . . something? Cabinet pulls and knobs can add style and drama to your kitchen. There are an endless

One of the most frequently used fixtures in your bathroom, is the shower, so you should have a shower that you enjoy. Do you? Here are some ideas to improve your master bath: If you

Do you know that the word “remodel” has many different meanings? Probably the vagueness of this term is responsible for the surprise some feel when they pay their contractor for their remodel job. Here are

If everything that you need each morning has a specific, convenient place in your bath lav, your morning routine will go much smoother, and make it easier to wind down and relax in the evening.

When you take the plunge and have that kitchen remodel done, be sure to include these great ideas to make your life easier (and more fun)! Have a charging station built into your cabinets; there

New cabinets can convert a dated, inefficient kitchen into a functional, organized space. Cabinets come in an amazing array of finishes and options with a wide variety of prices. Think of your cabinets as furniture