Client review for this project copied from our review page: After interviewing 6 other general contractors I could not be happier to have had the opportunity to interview and work with Mike Smith of MJR Builders. From the minute he showed up at my house through the entire construction period I had 100% confidence in what Mike was doing. Even as change orders occurred throughout the process I was always given a great value for my money. I would go as far as to say not only did Mike meet expectations, he exceeded them. I would not hesitate to use Mike for any job in the future or refer him to any of my family or friends.

Client review for this project copied from our review page: After interviewing 6 other general contractors I could not be happier to have had the opportunity to interview and work with Mike Smith of MJR Builders. From the minute he showed up at my house through the entire construction period I had 100% confidence in what Mike was doing. Even as change orders occurred throughout the process I was always given a great value for my money. I would go as far as to say not only did Mike meet expectations, he exceeded them. I would not hesitate to use Mike for any job in the future or refer him to any of my family or friends.

Client review for this project copied from our review page: After interviewing 6 other general contractors I could not be happier to have had the opportunity to interview and work with Mike Smith of MJR Builders. From the minute he showed up at my house through the entire construction period I had 100% confidence in what Mike was doing. Even as change orders occurred throughout the process I was always given a great value for my money. I would go as far as to say not only did Mike meet expectations, he exceeded them. I would not hesitate to use Mike for any job in the future or refer him to any of my family or friends.

Client review for this project copied from our review page: After interviewing 6 other general contractors I could not be happier to have had the opportunity to interview and work with Mike Smith of MJR Builders. From the minute he showed up at my house through the entire construction period I had 100% confidence in what Mike was doing. Even as change orders occurred throughout the process I was always given a great value for my money. I would go as far as to say not only did Mike meet expectations, he exceeded them. I would not hesitate to use Mike for any job in the future or refer him to any of my family or friends.

Douglas Knight Construction and Springgate Photography
Transitional u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Salt Lake City with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an island, marble countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Profile Documentary for suburban developer Arnold Wesley. Aerial video and photography, interviews, and company profile. Aerial Drone video.
Inspiration for a contemporary home design remodel in Chicago

In 2004 the Cincinnati Enquirer ran a half page article on me featuring an interview and photos of my project. That weekend, my future client returned from her home in New Jersey to Georgetown to buy this farm. She read the article, ripped it out of the paper and saved it for ten years before contacting me to design the house for her and her husband. After an intense design period we began interviewing local general contractors but did not feel like any of them were right for the job so she turned to me and said "why don't you build it" so I started Strathmore Construction and I did...

The custom library table doubles as a secondary eating area. CONRAD Grass weave shades filter the late afternoon sun. Photography: E Andrew McKinney
Inspiration for a transitional freestanding desk travertine floor study room remodel in San Francisco with beige walls

Large transitional formal and open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room photo in Salt Lake City with beige walls, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

After extensive interviews with both our clients and their daughter, they needed a reprieve and a way to better connect and enjoy their time as a family. Their daughter wanted a pond with fish. The parents wanted a camp-ground to take the vacations they never could. Finally patio space was needed to enjoy their extended family.

Profile Documentary for suburban developer Arnold Wesley. Aerial video and photography, interviews, and company profile. Aerial Drone video.
Trendy home design photo in Chicago

Inspiration for a contemporary open concept dark wood floor and brown floor family room remodel in Kansas City with white walls and a ribbon fireplace

It’s #transformationtuesday which means we are sharing before and after photos of a #stairrunner project our installation team completed recently! We interviewed the homeowner to learn more about how she discovered us and why she selected the style she chose for her stair runner! Here are is the response! “I found you on Instagram from Candace of House of Paige (@_houseofpaige_)and also have seen Brenna Smith of Hope and Bay Design (@hopeandbay) go there too. You guys were local and I loved your instagram page - it was super easy to find inspiration ideas so I knew I needed to reach out. We have two dogs and a toddler (with another baby on the way!) so we wanted something that would be durable but would match our style a bit more! We did Oil Nut Bay in Charcoal. From my first visit to your work room to working with Billy over email, you made the process so easy! I really appreciated the honest feedback and opinions on the different styles we liked and if it would fit our lifestyle with dogs and kids at home. We must have had a dozen samples sent to us over the 2 months we worked together and it was just so easy to work with you virtually. We are so happy with the final product :)” We thank every single one of you for sharing your story and experience with us at The Carpet Workroom!

Kitchen - transitional kitchen idea in Chicago

Artful remodeling of entire house, based on interviews with client to meet growing family's needs. New kitchen, bathrooms, windows and doors. New custom stone fireplace hearth, mantel and surround. Corrected elaborate site drainage problem. Refinished swimming pool, modernized 4,000 sq ft family entertainment patio.

Custom laundry room cabinetry.
Mid-sized transitional galley beige floor and ceramic tile dedicated laundry room photo in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops

Create a central location for storing kids' keepsakes: camp certificates, school memories, baby books, and more. Consolidate loose school papers into photo books, collect camp pictures and memories into one place, and create keepsake binders for birthday invitations, back-to-school interviews, and more.

Example of a classic carpeted bedroom design in Houston with beige walls