Well-organized storage! Where is the potato peeler? The muffin tin? The blender?  OK, here are some ideas – be sure you tell your remodeling contractor about them: A special drawer for the aluminum foil, plastic

Efficiency is great, but obviously you want more. Comfort and a relaxing retreat? Soothing colors, heated floors and towel racks? Yes, and yes. Walk-in showers with a variety of showering options are a great addition;

Socializing with friends and family in your new outdoor kitchen will really make your summer. And with a roof you can extend your outdoor parties almost year round. Well, actually year-round here in Bellingham, as

Who enjoys doing the weekly laundry chores? It can be made more pleasant and efficient with a remodeled laundry room. Well-located countertops, some shelves, cabinets and a laundry sink will make that job much easier!

Use all of the space! Have your contractor build cabinets that go right up to the ceiling. Don’t lose potential storage space by having empty soffits above the cabinets. If you can, have a wall

Here’s a great idea; split a large master bath and coordinate for “his” side and “her” side. This concept expands on the double sink lav arrangement. Depending on the dimensions of the room, you can

If you bake or are into gourmet cooking, your ideal kitchens will not look the same. The baker wants an upgraded oven and a pop-up mixing stand for a heavy-duty mixer. The chef will want

Many homes in Whatcom County have stairs; some are homes built in the 1970’s in the typical split-level style of the era, with the entry door at the mid-point of the stairs; some are homes

What does your entry door say about your home? Your entry door greets guests and visitors when they enter your home and sets the tone for what lies inside. Scratched, dented, rusting, or doors needing

Nearly everyone wants more storage in their kitchen. Who wants to clutter up the countertop with items that should be in a drawer or cabinet? Yet, if you cannot increase the size of your kitchen,

Do you define yourself as one who does not “follow the crowd”? How wild is your taste in home decor? How about a non-traditional color for the master bath fixtures. If you’ve ever desired something

Custom cabinets, granite countertops, reclaimed wood flooring and accents, and top-of-the-line, high tech appliances – what more do you need to make your kitchen renovation perfect? How about adding an island? While you can add

  Before planning the remodel, answer these questions on how the bathroom is used: Who uses the bathroom and how old are they? (Any children or elderly?) How many people will be using the bathroom

Homework! But not the kind you hated in school; this is fun, and there will not be tests on the material. This homework consists of visiting showrooms, going to homeshows and new construction and remodeled

Kitchen remodels vary tremendously, depending on the tastes, budget and space limitations of the home in question. However, there is a trend in the Pacific Northwest that tend toward clean, classic lines and calm colors.

There are plenty of photos of glamorous, high-end kitchens, but what if that is not in your budget, or you are more of a basic, minimalist kind of person? Don’t be afraid to go with

Shower walls can be made from many different materials, including Fiberglass, Acrylic, Corian, cultured marble or solid surface sheets, ceramic or porcelain tile, and marble and natural stone tile. The basic requirements are a material

If your cabinets are OK, consider having them resurfaced; a bright coat of paint (light colors work best), new cabinet doors, or even simply installing new hardware can have a significant impact. New countertops will

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

All you wanted to know about bathroom lighting and more! Proper and safe levels of light in bathrooms are more than just being able to see, and lighting needs depend on the individual as well

We get a lot of requests for home additions – everything from a small walk-in closet addition to a second floor over the garage. If you love your neighborhood and if your home has gotten

If your kitchen is getting you down but you don’t know what it needs, other than gutting it and tossing the whole thing in the recycle bins, then you could use some help from an

ADA, Universal Design and Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS) are all terms and designations describing design for accessibility for all. If you still think designing a bathroom for accessibility means a hospital-like bathroom, be

Too often, garages become disorganized dumping grounds for stuff you don’t use every day. Finding what you want can be a real chore, and just thinking about searching can be disheartening. It doesn’t have to

First, are you doing it for yourself or to upgrade your home for a future buyer? The best answer is both. It is rare to recoup 100% of the cost of a remodel, so the