The overarching goal for these clients was a zero maintenance exterior. In order to truly accomplish that, the entire outside shell of the house had to be redone. All of the original aluminum siding was replaced with top-of-the-line Azek Trim (a composite) and repainted Hardie Plank Siding (a cement-based material designed to look exactly like wood siding). There was a lot of rotting wood that was behind the old siding making the covered porch area into a serious hazard, as it was on the verge of collapsing. The rotting areas were all fixed, including rotting areas on the roof. The old shingles were removed, rotting areas were fixed and the entire house was re-shingled. Numerous windows were replaced throughout the house including the garage and stable windows. The rear nook windows were replaced with ones that better addressed the space and disability while also addressing the massive rot present due to improper installation in the original construction.

The overarching goal for these clients was a zero maintenance exterior. In order to truly accomplish that, the entire outside shell of the house had to be redone. All of the original aluminum siding was replaced with top-of-the-line Azek Trim (a composite) and repainted Hardie Plank Siding (a cement-based material designed to look exactly like wood siding). There was a lot of rotting wood that was behind the old siding making the covered porch area into a serious hazard, as it was on the verge of collapsing. The rotting areas were all fixed, including rotting areas on the roof. The old shingles were removed, rotting areas were fixed and the entire house was re-shingled. Numerous windows were replaced throughout the house including the garage and stable windows. The rear nook windows were replaced with ones that better addressed the space and disability while also addressing the massive rot present due to improper installation in the original construction.

ARTR152M4: adorne® Tamper-Resistant Outlet - 15A - 125V - Magnesium All adorne outlets include a tamper-resistant design featuring a patented shutter system, keeping children safe by preventing them from pushing small objects into the outlet. The shutters are molded a dark color that they fade into the backgorund while keeping users safe. Patented shutter system helps prevent improper insertion of foreign objects. Configuration easily supports two plugs and offers the capacity of a standard outlet. Easy "1-for-1" installation lets you simply replace your existing outlet in just minutes. Fits in your existing electrical box and does not require new wires for typical installation. Innovative assembly and snap-in system make it fast and simple to install.

This historical home built in 1905, located in Lakeridge Seattle had a ton of original characteristics to the home, but needed some love to brighten the space and create a functional layout. We were hired to remove an improperly installed structure and clean up the existing structure to create a contemporary kitchen and bathroom space. We started by removing a sunroom addition and revising the skylights and windows in the existing kitchen nook space. The original kitchen layout did not include a good prep space and had a significant portion of cabinets lower than standard height. We reconfigured the space to maximize flow and function, while keeping seating and adding a bar in the back! We transformed the space from worn and drab to bright and beautiful! American Dream Design Build is rated the best contractor and remodeler in the south sound. We specialize in kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, additions, custom homes, outdoor living spaces and whole home remodels. Located in downtown Puyallup, we serve a 30 mile radius from our office and would be happy to hear from you about your project!

The overarching goal for these clients was a zero maintenance exterior. In order to truly accomplish that, the entire outside shell of the house had to be redone. All of the original aluminum siding was replaced with top-of-the-line Azek Trim (a composite) and repainted Hardie Plank Siding (a cement-based material designed to look exactly like wood siding). There was a lot of rotting wood that was behind the old siding making the covered porch area into a serious hazard, as it was on the verge of collapsing. The rotting areas were all fixed, including rotting areas on the roof. The old shingles were removed, rotting areas were fixed and the entire house was re-shingled. Numerous windows were replaced throughout the house including the garage and stable windows. The rear nook windows were replaced with ones that better addressed the space and disability while also addressing the massive rot present due to improper installation in the original construction.

The overarching goal for these clients was a zero maintenance exterior. In order to truly accomplish that, the entire outside shell of the house had to be redone. All of the original aluminum siding was replaced with top-of-the-line Azek Trim (a composite) and repainted Hardie Plank Siding (a cement-based material designed to look exactly like wood siding). There was a lot of rotting wood that was behind the old siding making the covered porch area into a serious hazard, as it was on the verge of collapsing. The rotting areas were all fixed, including rotting areas on the roof. The old shingles were removed, rotting areas were fixed and the entire house was re-shingled. Numerous windows were replaced throughout the house including the garage and stable windows. The rear nook windows were replaced with ones that better addressed the space and disability while also addressing the massive rot present due to improper installation in the original construction.

This master bath needed some improvement! The shower was very small and dated...with mold growing in all sorts of hidden spaces! The tile was improperly installed, so the grout was cracking. The corner whirlpool tub was difficult to use. To improve this bath, we removed a built-in cabinet, moved a wall, and changed double doors to a single one so the shower could be expanded. The corner whirlpool tub was removed and replaced with a smaller rectangular tub to open up the space. New tile was installed with accent tile bands and a pattern in the floor. We installed frameless shower glass to give the space an open feel and added two showerheads, three body sprays and a bench. An elegant chandelier was hung over the tub and two vanity lights were installed over the sinks where their previously had been only one. Photo credit: Oivanki Photography

Mid-sized traditional gray one-story wood house exterior idea in Indianapolis with a shed roof and a shingle roof

This historical home built in 1905, located in Lakeridge Seattle had a ton of original characteristics to the home, but needed some love to brighten the space and create a functional layout. We were hired to remove an improperly installed structure and clean up the existing structure to create a contemporary kitchen and bathroom space. We started by removing a sunroom addition and revising the skylights and windows in the existing kitchen nook space. The original kitchen layout did not include a good prep space and had a significant portion of cabinets lower than standard height. We reconfigured the space to maximize flow and function, while keeping seating and adding a bar in the back! We transformed the space from worn and drab to bright and beautiful! American Dream Design Build is rated the best contractor and remodeler in the south sound. We specialize in kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, additions, custom homes, outdoor living spaces and whole home remodels. Located in downtown Puyallup, we serve a 30 mile radius from our office and would be happy to hear from you about your project!

This home, located in Millis, MA, had originally had 5-year old Certainteed Weatherboard fiber cement installed that was improperly installed by the builder and had cracks and rot already setting in. This homeowner heard about Everlast Composite Siding and decided to reach out to us because the idea of having a low maintenance siding appealed to her. Understandably, this Millis homeowner did every bit of her homework to ensure she found the right product and the right company to replace her failing siding. As the most experienced composite installer in New England and installing Everlast for close to a decade we’ve perfected the installation and understand what procedures are necessary to ensure the longevity of the product. We loved restoring this homeowners confidence and restoring their love for their home again. We did so by installing Everlast Composite Siding in the 7” exposure of Sand Dune and a new Provia Entry Door with Sidelites.

This home, located in Millis, MA, had originally had 5-year old Certainteed Weatherboard fiber cement installed that was improperly installed by the builder and had cracks and rot already setting in. This homeowner heard about Everlast Composite Siding and decided to reach out to us because the idea of having a low maintenance siding appealed to her. Understandably, this Millis homeowner did every bit of her homework to ensure she found the right product and the right company to replace her failing siding. As the most experienced composite installer in New England and installing Everlast for close to a decade we’ve perfected the installation and understand what procedures are necessary to ensure the longevity of the product. We loved restoring this homeowners confidence and restoring their love for their home again. We did so by installing Everlast Composite Siding in the 7” exposure of Sand Dune and a new Provia Entry Door with Sidelites.

This historical home built in 1905, located in Lakeridge Seattle had a ton of original characteristics to the home, but needed some love to brighten the space and create a functional layout. We were hired to remove an improperly installed structure and clean up the existing structure to create a contemporary kitchen and bathroom space. We started by removing a sunroom addition and revising the skylights and windows in the existing kitchen nook space. The original kitchen layout did not include a good prep space and had a significant portion of cabinets lower than standard height. We reconfigured the space to maximize flow and function, while keeping seating and adding a bar in the back! We transformed the space from worn and drab to bright and beautiful! American Dream Design Build is rated the best contractor and remodeler in the south sound. We specialize in kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, additions, custom homes, outdoor living spaces and whole home remodels. Located in downtown Puyallup, we serve a 30 mile radius from our office and would be happy to hear from you about your project!

An Arts & Crafts Bungalow is one of my favorite styles of homes. We have quite a few of them in our Stockton Mid-Town area. And when C&L called us to help them remodel their 1923 American Bungalow, I was beyond thrilled. As per usual, when we get a new inquiry, we quickly Google the project location while we are talking to you on the phone. My excitement escalated when I saw the Google Earth Image of the sweet Sage Green bungalow in Mid-Town Stockton. "Yes, we would be interested in working with you," I said trying to keep my cool. But what made it even better was meeting C&L and touring their home, because they are the nicest young couple, eager to make their home period perfect. Unfortunately, it had been slightly molested by some bad house-flippers, and we needed to bring the bathroom back to it "roots." We knew we had to banish the hideous brown tile and cheap vanity quickly. But C&L complained about the condensation problems and the constant fight with mold. This immediately told me that improper remodeling had occurred and we needed to remedy that right away. The Before: Frustrations with a Botched Remodel The bathroom needed to be brought back to period appropriate design with all the functionality of a modern bathroom. We thought of things like marble countertop, white mosaic floor tiles, white subway tile, board and batten molding, and of course a fabulous wallpaper. This small (and only) bathroom on a tight budget required a little bit of design sleuthing to figure out how we could get the proper look and feel. Our goal was to determine where to splurge and where to economize and how to complete the remodel as quickly as possible because C&L would have to move out while construction was going on. The Process: Hard Work to Remedy Design and Function During our initial design study, (which included 2 hours in the owners’ home), we noticed framed images of William Morris Arts and Crafts textile patterns and knew this would be our design inspiration. We presented C&L with three options and they quickly selected the Pimpernel Design Concept. We had originally selected the Black and Olive colors with a black vanity, mirror, and black and white floor tile. C&L liked it but weren’t quite sure about the black, We went back to the drawing board and decided the William & Co Pimpernel Wallpaper in Bayleaf and Manilla color with a softer gray painted vanity and mirror and white floor tile was more to their liking. After the Design Concept was approved, we went to work securing the building permit, procuring all the elements, and scheduling our trusted tradesmen to perform the work. We did uncover some shoddy work by the flippers such as live electrical wires hidden behind the wall, plumbing venting cut-off and buried in the walls (hence the constant dampness), the tub barely balancing on two fence boards across the floor joist, and no insulation on the exterior wall. All of the previous blunders were fixed and the bathroom put back to its previous glory. We could feel the house thanking us for making it pretty again. The After Reveal: Cohesive Design Decisions We selected a simple white subway tile for the tub/shower. This is always classic and in keeping with the style of the house. We selected a pre-fab vanity and mirror, but they look rich with the quartz countertop. There is much more storage in this small vanity than you would think. The Transformation: A Period Perfect Refresh We began the remodel just as the pandemic reared and stay-in-place orders went into effect. As C&L were already moved out and living with relatives, we got the go-ahead from city officials to get the work done (after all, how can you shelter in place without a bathroom?). All our tradesmen were scheduled to work so that only one crew was on the job site at a time. We stayed on the original schedule with only a one week delay. The end result is the sweetest little bathroom I've ever seen (and I can't wait to start work on C&L's kitchen next). Thank you for joining me in this project transformation. I hope this inspired you to think about being creative with your design projects, determining what works best in keeping with the architecture of your space, and carefully assessing how you can have the best life in your home.

All adorne outlets include a tamper-resistant design featuring a patented shutter system, keeping children safe by preventing them from pushing small objects into the outlet. The shutters are molded a dark color that they fade into the background while keeping users safe. Patented shutter system helps prevent improper insertion of foreign objects. Configuration easily supports two plugs and offers the capacity of a standard outlet. Easy "1-for-1" installation lets you simply replace your existing outlet in just minutes. Fits in your existing electrical box and does not require new wires for typical installation. Innovative assembly and snap-in system make it fast and simple to install. ARTR152M4

This historical home built in 1905, located in Lakeridge Seattle had a ton of original characteristics to the home, but needed some love to brighten the space and create a functional layout. We were hired to remove an improperly installed structure and clean up the existing structure to create a contemporary kitchen and bathroom space. We started by removing a sunroom addition and revising the skylights and windows in the existing kitchen nook space. The original kitchen layout did not include a good prep space and had a significant portion of cabinets lower than standard height. We reconfigured the space to maximize flow and function, while keeping seating and adding a bar in the back! We transformed the space from worn and drab to bright and beautiful! American Dream Design Build is rated the best contractor and remodeler in the south sound. We specialize in kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, additions, custom homes, outdoor living spaces and whole home remodels. Located in downtown Puyallup, we serve a 30 mile radius from our office and would be happy to hear from you about your project!

This home, located in Millis, MA, had originally had 5-year old Certainteed Weatherboard fiber cement installed that was improperly installed by the builder and had cracks and rot already setting in. This homeowner heard about Everlast Composite Siding and decided to reach out to us because the idea of having a low maintenance siding appealed to her. Understandably, this Millis homeowner did every bit of her homework to ensure she found the right product and the right company to replace her failing siding. As the most experienced composite installer in New England and installing Everlast for close to a decade we’ve perfected the installation and understand what procedures are necessary to ensure the longevity of the product. We loved restoring this homeowners confidence and restoring their love for their home again. We did so by installing Everlast Composite Siding in the 7” exposure of Sand Dune and a new Provia Entry Door with Sidelites.

The Pop-Out Outlet lets you hide an oulet when not in use. Simply push on the outlet and it disapears into the wall. When you're ready to plug something in, just push on the box and the outlets will "pop out," enabling easy acess to power. Patented shutter system helps prevent improper insertion of foreign objects. Push on the box and the outlets will "pop out," enabling easy access to power. Includes capacity for three plugs. Configuration easily supports two plugs and offers the capacity of a standard outlet. Easy "1-for-1" installation lets you simply replace your existing outlet in just minutes. Requires a minimum box size of 22.5 cubic inches. ARPTR151GW2

This historical home built in 1905, located in Lakeridge Seattle had a ton of original characteristics to the home, but needed some love to brighten the space and create a functional layout. We were hired to remove an improperly installed structure and clean up the existing structure to create a contemporary kitchen and bathroom space. We started by removing a sunroom addition and revising the skylights and windows in the existing kitchen nook space. The original kitchen layout did not include a good prep space and had a significant portion of cabinets lower than standard height. We reconfigured the space to maximize flow and function, while keeping seating and adding a bar in the back! We transformed the space from worn and drab to bright and beautiful! American Dream Design Build is rated the best contractor and remodeler in the south sound. We specialize in kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, additions, custom homes, outdoor living spaces and whole home remodels. Located in downtown Puyallup, we serve a 30 mile radius from our office and would be happy to hear from you about your project!

This historical home built in 1905, located in Lakeridge Seattle had a ton of original characteristics to the home, but needed some love to brighten the space and create a functional layout. We were hired to remove an improperly installed structure and clean up the existing structure to create a contemporary kitchen and bathroom space. We started by removing a sunroom addition and revising the skylights and windows in the existing kitchen nook space. The original kitchen layout did not include a good prep space and had a significant portion of cabinets lower than standard height. We reconfigured the space to maximize flow and function, while keeping seating and adding a bar in the back! We transformed the space from worn and drab to bright and beautiful! American Dream Design Build is rated the best contractor and remodeler in the south sound. We specialize in kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, additions, custom homes, outdoor living spaces and whole home remodels. Located in downtown Puyallup, we serve a 30 mile radius from our office and would be happy to hear from you about your project!