Instead of outgrowing their house, an urban Portland couple grows their house along with their family, adding a second story to their 1000-sq-foot 1949 bungalow and updating the entire exterior and mechanicals. A phase 2 exterior fence is planned. Photos: Anna M Campbell

Shiplap was added to the tray ceiling and painted to match the walls for an additional design detail and to give the light fixture a more complete and finished surrounding. Design consultation and advising for DIY/Budget Renovation. Owner purchased this condo with a very cramped and dated kitchen and light fixtures, and early 2000s-era café paint colors. Owner did a lot of the work himself or with friends to keep the budget down. HDC advised on design details and paint colors, chose light fixtures (ceiling lights for kitchen and dining and arch floor lamp in living room). HDC also assisted with creating a new kitchen floor plan, which involved removing one wall, replacing existing tile and modifying flooring transition location, replacing all cabinetry except for the tall pantry cabinet, choosing cabinet paint, installing modern cabinet hardware, replacing laminate counters with a budget white quartz prefab counter, replacing appliances, sink, and faucet, and installing a low-cost peel & stick backsplash. Due to budget constraints, we could not remove the entire wall between the kitchen and dining space to make the wall completely flush from the kitchen to dining area transition, but decided to relocate the refrigerator to that wall nonetheless, in order to improve sightlines and improve traffic flow and function for refrigerator access. We created a coffee/drinks bar where the original fridge was located. The owner decided to keep the existing water line that had serviced the ice maker in the fridge where it was previously located (and cap it temporarily). He plans to plumb it in the future to support a filtered drinking water line and auto-filling coffee maker to finish out the drink center. Ultimately, we couldn't stretch the budget for a perfect layout, but we were still able to improve the function and open up the flow of this hub of the condo for better entertaining and more convenient homeowner use of the space.

A person’s home is the place where their personality can flourish. In this client’s case, it was their love for their native homeland of Kenya, Africa. One of the main challenges with these space was to remain within the client’s budget. It was important to give this home lots of character, so hiring a faux finish artist to hand-paint the walls in an African inspired pattern for powder room to emphasizing their existing pieces was the perfect solution to staying within their budget needs. Each room was carefully planned to showcase their African heritage in each aspect of the home. The main features included deep wood tones paired with light walls, and dark finishes. A hint of gold was used throughout the house, to complement the spaces and giving the space a bit of a softer feel.

Jared Medley
Mid-sized transitional light wood floor and brown floor mudroom photo in Salt Lake City with white walls and a white front door

A person’s home is the place where their personality can flourish. In this client’s case, it was their love for their native homeland of Kenya, Africa. One of the main challenges with these space was to remain within the client’s budget. It was important to give this home lots of character, so hiring a faux finish artist to hand-paint the walls in an African inspired pattern for powder room to emphasizing their existing pieces was the perfect solution to staying within their budget needs. Each room was carefully planned to showcase their African heritage in each aspect of the home. The main features included deep wood tones paired with light walls, and dark finishes. A hint of gold was used throughout the house, to complement the spaces and giving the space a bit of a softer feel.

A person’s home is the place where their personality can flourish. In this client’s case, it was their love for their native homeland of Kenya, Africa. One of the main challenges with these space was to remain within the client’s budget. It was important to give this home lots of character, so hiring a faux finish artist to hand-paint the walls in an African inspired pattern for powder room to emphasizing their existing pieces was the perfect solution to staying within their budget needs. Each room was carefully planned to showcase their African heritage in each aspect of the home. The main features included deep wood tones paired with light walls, and dark finishes. A hint of gold was used throughout the house, to complement the spaces and giving the space a bit of a softer feel.

We wanted to make this dining room inviting and comfortable but still casual enough for the grandkids to dine here. We started with a Classic Home farm table, added farmhouse chairs from Ballard Designs, and 2 upholstered end chairs from Uttermost. Rug is Dash and Albert, light is Noir and window treatments are custom.

This bedroom and full bathroom are part of an adventuresome project my wife and I embarked upon to create a complete apartment in the basement of our townhouse. We designed a floor plan that creatively and efficiently used all of the 385-square-foot-space, without sacrificing beauty, comfort or function – and all without breaking the bank! To maximize our budget, we did the work ourselves and added everything from thrift store finds to DIY wall art to bring it all together. The small footprint of this bathroom made it a challenge to include all the necessities. This neo-angle shower was the perfect solution. We are not fans of standard square tile so we dressed up the shower walls with this more interesting pattern.

Jennifer Hughes Photography
Staircase - mediterranean wooden wood railing staircase idea in Baltimore with wooden risers

A person’s home is the place where their personality can flourish. In this client’s case, it was their love for their native homeland of Kenya, Africa. One of the main challenges with these space was to remain within the client’s budget. It was important to give this home lots of character, so hiring a faux finish artist to hand-paint the walls in an African inspired pattern for powder room to emphasizing their existing pieces was the perfect solution to staying within their budget needs. Each room was carefully planned to showcase their African heritage in each aspect of the home. The main features included deep wood tones paired with light walls, and dark finishes. A hint of gold was used throughout the house, to complement the spaces and giving the space a bit of a softer feel.

Budget analysis and project development by: May Construction, Inc. --------------------
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in San Francisco with white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, quartz countertops and white countertops

458 sf house built in Harrisonburg Virginia. The home features a storage loft above the bedroom and vaulted ceilings. Our goal was to provide the most energy-efficient home possible on a limited budget.

A recently divorced client need a rental transformed quickly while still working with in a budget. Using a few workers and scouting a few retail showrooms, I was able to quickly pull together a comfortable, livable space that he could call home.

Living Room. Light renovation and full redesign of an open plan cabin nestled in the quiet woods of Ulster County, New York. Complete kitchen restyling and budget friendly furnishings, art and décor for a second home used as a weekend retreat

A person’s home is the place where their personality can flourish. In this client’s case, it was their love for their native homeland of Kenya, Africa. One of the main challenges with these space was to remain within the client’s budget. It was important to give this home lots of character, so hiring a faux finish artist to hand-paint the walls in an African inspired pattern for powder room to emphasizing their existing pieces was the perfect solution to staying within their budget needs. Each room was carefully planned to showcase their African heritage in each aspect of the home. The main features included deep wood tones paired with light walls, and dark finishes. A hint of gold was used throughout the house, to complement the spaces and giving the space a bit of a softer feel.

This project is a simple update of a hall bathroom in a 100 year old West Chester row home. The space had last been updated in the 80’s, and needed a facelift. The client had a vision of a tranquil space with a spa-vibe and modern, beachy colors. But a tight budget required very careful planning. Design Criteria - Design a light, modern/transitional style bathroom. - Update all the fixtures and finishes - Bring it in on a tight budget. Special Features: - Subway tile and glass mosaic tub surround. - Granite-topped vanity. - Re-enameled the original cast iron tub as a less expensive alternative to a replacement.

Small Bathroom Budget Misconception: Some clients believe that a small bathroom should come with a small budget, but that's not necessarily the case. While the space may be small, the cost of materials, fixtures, and labor doesn’t always scale down accordingly. In fact, smaller bathrooms often require precise planning and custom solutions that can drive up costs. A well-designed small bathroom can add significant value to your home, providing both aesthetic appeal and practical efficiency. Explore the complete blog post or scan the QR code for more details. https://mayflowerva.com/small-bathroom-how-much-does-it-cost-to-remodel/ Looking to update your kitchen or bathroom? Schedule a 15-min phone call today!
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The Ballard Haus is an exciting Passive House design meant to fit onto a more compact urban lot while still providing an open and airy feeling for our clients. We built up to take full advantage of the extra sunlight for solar gain during the winter, and we crafted an open concept floor plan to maximize our client's space and budget. The beautiful custom tiles are handmade by artisan Lisa Knaus: https://www.lisaknauspottery.com/

Design Builders & Remodeling is a one stop shop operation. From the start, design solutions are strongly rooted in practical applications and experience. Project planning takes into account the realities of the construction process and mindful of your established budget. All the work is centralized in one firm reducing the chances of costly or time consuming surprises. A solid partnership with solid professionals to help you realize your dreams for a new or improved home. Nina Pomeroy