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Originally built in the early twentieth century, this Orchard Lake cottage was purchased almost 10 years ago by a wonderful couple—empty nesters with an appreciation for stunning views, modern amenities and quality craftsmanship. They hired MainStreet Design Build to design and remodel their home to fit their needs exactly.
Upon initial inspection, it was apparent that the original home had been modified over the years, sustaining multiple room additions. Consequently, this mid-size cottage home had little character or cohesiveness. Even more concerning, after conducting a thorough inspection, it became apparent that the structure was inadequate to sustain major modifications. As a result, a plan was formulated to take the existing structure down to its original floor deck.
The clients’ needs that fueled the design plan included:
-Preserving and capitalizing on the lake view
-A large, welcoming entry from the street
-A warm, inviting space for entertaining guests and family
-A large, open kitchen with room for multiple cooks
-Built-ins for the homeowner’s book collection
-An in-law suite for the couple’s aging parents
The space was redesigned with the clients needs in mind. Building a completely new structure gave us the opportunity to create a large, welcoming main entrance. The dining and kitchen areas are now open and spacious for large family gatherings. A custom Grabill kitchen was designed with professional grade Wolf and Thermador appliances for an enjoyable cooking and dining experience. The homeowners loved the Grabill cabinetry so much that they decided to use it throughout the home in the powder room, (2) guest suite bathrooms and the laundry room, complete with dog wash. Most breathtaking; however, might be the luxury master bathroom which included extensive use of marble, a 2-person Maax whirlpool tub, an oversized walk-in-shower with steam and bench seating for two, and gorgeous custom-built inset cherry cabinetry.
The new wide plank oak flooring continues throughout the entire first and second floors with a lovely open staircase lit by a chandelier, skylights and flush in-wall step lighting. Plenty of custom built-ins were added on walls and seating areas to accommodate the client’s sizeable book collection. Fitting right in to the gorgeous lakefront lot, the home’s exterior is reminiscent of East Coast “beachy” shingle-style that includes an attached, oversized garage with Mahogany carriage style garage doors that leads directly into a mud room and first floor laundry.
These Orchard Lake property homeowners love their new home, with a combined first and second floor living space totaling 4,429 sq. ft. To further add to the amenities of this home, MainStreet Design Build is currently under design contract for another major lower-level / basement renovation in the fall of 2017.
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According to swimmingpool.com, a growing trend is to “make the hot tub appear ‘invisible’ in the design. These spa beauties are often placed with walkways or steps as you see here.
For these clients, an up-to-date style wasn’t the only inspiration for the design. With three young children, safety had become a major concern and they also wanted an automatic pool cover. Designing a geometric pool with a built-in spill-over spa recessed inside the pool allowed us to give them one automatic cover for both bodies of water. In addition, special automation allows them to isolate the spa and heat only the spa water.
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This was a major remodel where the kitchen was completely gutted, flooring and soffits were removed and all the electrical in the kitchen had to be reworked and brought up to code. We used Waypoint Living Spaces for the perimeter cabinets and used a riser and crown molding to connect the cabinets to the ceiling. We chose Medallion Cabinetry for the island because the customer had her heart set on a green painted island. The hardware we used is from the Mulholland collection by Amerock. The customers have large family gathers and it was very important for them to have an island that was moveable. We used casters from Richelieu to create and island that could move easily, as well as having brakes to keep the island in place when they wanted.
Giallo Traversella granite was used on the perimeter countertops to tie together the greens and beige tones of the cabinetry and we used John Boos, walnut butcher block countertop for the island to compliment wood tones from the existing millwork in the home. The customer provided me with an inspiration picture for a backsplash, she knew she wanted a glass patterned backsplash. Ceramic Tiles International had released their Debut Petal mosaic tile and the customer loved it.
Prior to the remodel, the kitchen was very dark and very crowded, it did not function in a way that worked for my customer. We added under cabinet LED lights, one general ceiling fixture and LED Brio Disc lights with dimming capabilities so the customers could adjust the lighting to their specific needs.
Light fixtures were updated in the hallways as well as the kitchen.
My customer didn’t know exactly what they wanted as far as plumbing was concerned. They wanted products that were durable and easy to maintain. I chose the Blanco Performa undermount sink in the Truffle color due to is durability and the color complimented the other materials. We used Moen’s Arbor single handle pull down spray faucet and transitional soap dispenser due to its simplistic design, functionality and warranty. We used a ¾ horsepower Insinkerator disposal and a deluxe Steamball strainer basket.
The customer originally had Parquet flooring and they liked the look of real hardwood. Madeira 5” planks in Dark Gunstock oak was chosen for its color and durability. The flooring brought in warm neutral tones to compliment other materials. My customer wanted a larger window, but they had some safety concerns. We addressed their concerns by providing a larger Awning style window, using tempered glass and double locks.
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The clients came to us looking to refresh their Kitchen and Bathroom. They were happy with their existing layout, but wanted better use of their refrigerator space. The clients were especially concerned with including as many green elements as possible. This included reusing appliances, reusing as much cabinetry as possible, and reusing their Kitchen faucet. Because the cabinetry was in such great condition, we were able to update their look by installing new Full Overlay Shaker Door and Drawer fronts. Two additional green elements to the design of the kitchen space included recycled glass countertops and custom tile backsplash from a local tile artisan – Mercury Mosaics. For the design of the bathroom, we wanted to keep it traditionally charming, with a little bit of Modern flair. We kept the layout the same, but updated the space with new Carrara Marble hexagon tile, white subway tile, new recessed medicine cabinet, and new linen cabinet. The bathroom got a major refresh with new plumbing fixtures and adding a modern streamlined light fixture above the mirror. The overall feel of both spaces feel very modern, crisp and clean, yet warm and inviting. See the full details, including before photos at: http://www.castlebri.com/kitchens/project-3074-1/

The clients came to us looking to refresh their Kitchen and Bathroom. They were happy with their existing layout, but wanted better use of their refrigerator space. The clients were especially concerned with including as many green elements as possible. This included reusing appliances, reusing as much cabinetry as possible, and reusing their Kitchen faucet. Because the cabinetry was in such great condition, we were able to update their look by installing new Full Overlay Shaker Door and Drawer fronts. Two additional green elements to the design of the kitchen space included recycled glass countertops and custom tile backsplash from a local tile artisan – Mercury Mosaics. For the design of the bathroom, we wanted to keep it traditionally charming, with a little bit of Modern flair. We kept the layout the same, but updated the space with new Carrara Marble hexagon tile, white subway tile, new recessed medicine cabinet, and new linen cabinet. The bathroom got a major refresh with new plumbing fixtures and adding a modern streamlined light fixture above the mirror. The overall feel of both spaces feel very modern, crisp and clean, yet warm and inviting. See the full details, including before photos at: http://www.castlebri.com/kitchens/project-3074-1/

Our recently married Clients contacted us regarding a kitchen remodel. They were envisioning changing their future home from the house the wife grew up in for 10 years to one they could call their own. Their first project, the kitchen, needed major updating and re-design to allow better flow for everyday use. Another primary goal was removal of the wall between the kitchen and family room, in order to create a better flow for entertaining purposes. After speaking with several other contractors, they had concerns as to the possibility of the bearing wall being removed, including the mechanical and plumbing obstacles.

The clients came to us looking to refresh their Kitchen and Bathroom. They were happy with their existing layout, but wanted better use of their refrigerator space. The clients were especially concerned with including as many green elements as possible. This included reusing appliances, reusing as much cabinetry as possible, and reusing their Kitchen faucet. Because the cabinetry was in such great condition, we were able to update their look by installing new Full Overlay Shaker Door and Drawer fronts. Two additional green elements to the design of the kitchen space included recycled glass countertops and custom tile backsplash from a local tile artisan – Mercury Mosaics. For the design of the bathroom, we wanted to keep it traditionally charming, with a little bit of Modern flair. We kept the layout the same, but updated the space with new Carrara Marble hexagon tile, white subway tile, new recessed medicine cabinet, and new linen cabinet. The bathroom got a major refresh with new plumbing fixtures and adding a modern streamlined light fixture above the mirror. The overall feel of both spaces feel very modern, crisp and clean, yet warm and inviting. See the full details, including before photos at: http://www.castlebri.com/kitchens/project-3074-1/

The clients came to us looking to refresh their Kitchen and Bathroom. They were happy with their existing layout, but wanted better use of their refrigerator space. The clients were especially concerned with including as many green elements as possible. This included reusing appliances, reusing as much cabinetry as possible, and reusing their Kitchen faucet. Because the cabinetry was in such great condition, we were able to update their look by installing new Full Overlay Shaker Door and Drawer fronts. Two additional green elements to the design of the kitchen space included recycled glass countertops and custom tile backsplash from a local tile artisan – Mercury Mosaics. For the design of the bathroom, we wanted to keep it traditionally charming, with a little bit of Modern flair. We kept the layout the same, but updated the space with new Carrara Marble hexagon tile, white subway tile, new recessed medicine cabinet, and new linen cabinet. The bathroom got a major refresh with new plumbing fixtures and adding a modern streamlined light fixture above the mirror. The overall feel of both spaces feel very modern, crisp and clean, yet warm and inviting. See the full details, including before photos at: http://www.castlebri.com/kitchens/project-3074-1/

This was a major remodel where the kitchen was completely gutted, flooring and soffits were removed and all the electrical in the kitchen had to be reworked and brought up to code. We used Waypoint Living Spaces for the perimeter cabinets and used a riser and crown molding to connect the cabinets to the ceiling. We chose Medallion Cabinetry for the island because the customer had her heart set on a green painted island. The hardware we used is from the Mulholland collection by Amerock. The customers have large family gathers and it was very important for them to have an island that was moveable. We used casters from Richelieu to create and island that could move easily, as well as having brakes to keep the island in place when they wanted.
Giallo Traversella granite was used on the perimeter countertops to tie together the greens and beige tones of the cabinetry and we used John Boos, walnut butcher block countertop for the island to compliment wood tones from the existing millwork in the home. The customer provided me with an inspiration picture for a backsplash, she knew she wanted a glass patterned backsplash. Ceramic Tiles International had released their Debut Petal mosaic tile and the customer loved it.
Prior to the remodel, the kitchen was very dark and very crowded, it did not function in a way that worked for my customer. We added under cabinet LED lights, one general ceiling fixture and LED Brio Disc lights with dimming capabilities so the customers could adjust the lighting to their specific needs.
Light fixtures were updated in the hallways as well as the kitchen.
My customer didn’t know exactly what they wanted as far as plumbing was concerned. They wanted products that were durable and easy to maintain. I chose the Blanco Performa undermount sink in the Truffle color due to is durability and the color complimented the other materials. We used Moen’s Arbor single handle pull down spray faucet and transitional soap dispenser due to its simplistic design, functionality and warranty. We used a ¾ horsepower Insinkerator disposal and a deluxe Steamball strainer basket.
The customer originally had Parquet flooring and they liked the look of real hardwood. Madeira 5” planks in Dark Gunstock oak was chosen for its color and durability. The flooring brought in warm neutral tones to compliment other materials. My customer wanted a larger window, but they had some safety concerns. We addressed their concerns by providing a larger Awning style window, using tempered glass and double locks.

The clients came to us looking to refresh their Kitchen and Bathroom. They were happy with their existing layout, but wanted better use of their refrigerator space. The clients were especially concerned with including as many green elements as possible. This included reusing appliances, reusing as much cabinetry as possible, and reusing their Kitchen faucet. Because the cabinetry was in such great condition, we were able to update their look by installing new Full Overlay Shaker Door and Drawer fronts. Two additional green elements to the design of the kitchen space included recycled glass countertops and custom tile backsplash from a local tile artisan – Mercury Mosaics. For the design of the bathroom, we wanted to keep it traditionally charming, with a little bit of Modern flair. We kept the layout the same, but updated the space with new Carrara Marble hexagon tile, white subway tile, new recessed medicine cabinet, and new linen cabinet. The bathroom got a major refresh with new plumbing fixtures and adding a modern streamlined light fixture above the mirror. The overall feel of both spaces feel very modern, crisp and clean, yet warm and inviting. See the full details, including before photos at: http://www.castlebri.com/kitchens/project-3074-1/

This was a major remodel where the kitchen was completely gutted, flooring and soffits were removed and all the electrical in the kitchen had to be reworked and brought up to code. We used Waypoint Living Spaces for the perimeter cabinets and used a riser and crown molding to connect the cabinets to the ceiling. We chose Medallion Cabinetry for the island because the customer had her heart set on a green painted island. The hardware we used is from the Mulholland collection by Amerock. The customers have large family gathers and it was very important for them to have an island that was moveable. We used casters from Richelieu to create and island that could move easily, as well as having brakes to keep the island in place when they wanted.
Giallo Traversella granite was used on the perimeter countertops to tie together the greens and beige tones of the cabinetry and we used John Boos, walnut butcher block countertop for the island to compliment wood tones from the existing millwork in the home. The customer provided me with an inspiration picture for a backsplash, she knew she wanted a glass patterned backsplash. Ceramic Tiles International had released their Debut Petal mosaic tile and the customer loved it.
Prior to the remodel, the kitchen was very dark and very crowded, it did not function in a way that worked for my customer. We added under cabinet LED lights, one general ceiling fixture and LED Brio Disc lights with dimming capabilities so the customers could adjust the lighting to their specific needs.
Light fixtures were updated in the hallways as well as the kitchen.
My customer didn’t know exactly what they wanted as far as plumbing was concerned. They wanted products that were durable and easy to maintain. I chose the Blanco Performa undermount sink in the Truffle color due to is durability and the color complimented the other materials. We used Moen’s Arbor single handle pull down spray faucet and transitional soap dispenser due to its simplistic design, functionality and warranty. We used a ¾ horsepower Insinkerator disposal and a deluxe Steamball strainer basket.
The customer originally had Parquet flooring and they liked the look of real hardwood. Madeira 5” planks in Dark Gunstock oak was chosen for its color and durability. The flooring brought in warm neutral tones to compliment other materials. My customer wanted a larger window, but they had some safety concerns. We addressed their concerns by providing a larger Awning style window, using tempered glass and double locks.

Our clients were looking to build an income property for use as a short term rental in their backyard. In order to keep maximize the available space on a limited footprint, we designed the ADU around a spiral staircase leading up to the loft bedroom. The vaulted ceiling gives the small space a much larger appearance.
To provide privacy for both the renters and the homeowners, the ADU was set apart from the house with its own private entrance.
The design of the ADU was done with local Pacific Northwest aesthetics in mind, including green exterior paint and a mixture of woodgrain and metal fixtures for the interior.
Durability was a major concern for the homeowners. In order to minimize potential damages from renters, we selected quartz countertops and waterproof flooring. We also used a high-quality interior paint that will stand the test of time and clean easily.
The end result of this project was exactly what the client was hoping for, and the rental consistently receives 5-star reviews on Airbnb.

The clients came to us looking to refresh their Kitchen and Bathroom. They were happy with their existing layout, but wanted better use of their refrigerator space. The clients were especially concerned with including as many green elements as possible. This included reusing appliances, reusing as much cabinetry as possible, and reusing their Kitchen faucet. Because the cabinetry was in such great condition, we were able to update their look by installing new Full Overlay Shaker Door and Drawer fronts. Two additional green elements to the design of the kitchen space included recycled glass countertops and custom tile backsplash from a local tile artisan – Mercury Mosaics. For the design of the bathroom, we wanted to keep it traditionally charming, with a little bit of Modern flair. We kept the layout the same, but updated the space with new Carrara Marble hexagon tile, white subway tile, new recessed medicine cabinet, and new linen cabinet. The bathroom got a major refresh with new plumbing fixtures and adding a modern streamlined light fixture above the mirror. The overall feel of both spaces feel very modern, crisp and clean, yet warm and inviting. See the full details, including before photos at: http://www.castlebri.com/kitchens/project-3074-1/

The clients came to us looking to refresh their Kitchen and Bathroom. They were happy with their existing layout, but wanted better use of their refrigerator space. The clients were especially concerned with including as many green elements as possible. This included reusing appliances, reusing as much cabinetry as possible, and reusing their Kitchen faucet. Because the cabinetry was in such great condition, we were able to update their look by installing new Full Overlay Shaker Door and Drawer fronts. Two additional green elements to the design of the kitchen space included recycled glass countertops and custom tile backsplash from a local tile artisan – Mercury Mosaics. For the design of the bathroom, we wanted to keep it traditionally charming, with a little bit of Modern flair. We kept the layout the same, but updated the space with new Carrara Marble hexagon tile, white subway tile, new recessed medicine cabinet, and new linen cabinet. The bathroom got a major refresh with new plumbing fixtures and adding a modern streamlined light fixture above the mirror. The overall feel of both spaces feel very modern, crisp and clean, yet warm and inviting. See the full details, including before photos at: http://www.castlebri.com/kitchens/project-3074-1/

This was a major remodel where the kitchen was completely gutted, flooring and soffits were removed and all the electrical in the kitchen had to be reworked and brought up to code. We used Waypoint Living Spaces for the perimeter cabinets and used a riser and crown molding to connect the cabinets to the ceiling. We chose Medallion Cabinetry for the island because the customer had her heart set on a green painted island. The hardware we used is from the Mulholland collection by Amerock. The customers have large family gathers and it was very important for them to have an island that was moveable. We used casters from Richelieu to create and island that could move easily, as well as having brakes to keep the island in place when they wanted.
Giallo Traversella granite was used on the perimeter countertops to tie together the greens and beige tones of the cabinetry and we used John Boos, walnut butcher block countertop for the island to compliment wood tones from the existing millwork in the home. The customer provided me with an inspiration picture for a backsplash, she knew she wanted a glass patterned backsplash. Ceramic Tiles International had released their Debut Petal mosaic tile and the customer loved it.
Prior to the remodel, the kitchen was very dark and very crowded, it did not function in a way that worked for my customer. We added under cabinet LED lights, one general ceiling fixture and LED Brio Disc lights with dimming capabilities so the customers could adjust the lighting to their specific needs.
Light fixtures were updated in the hallways as well as the kitchen.
My customer didn’t know exactly what they wanted as far as plumbing was concerned. They wanted products that were durable and easy to maintain. I chose the Blanco Performa undermount sink in the Truffle color due to is durability and the color complimented the other materials. We used Moen’s Arbor single handle pull down spray faucet and transitional soap dispenser due to its simplistic design, functionality and warranty. We used a ¾ horsepower Insinkerator disposal and a deluxe Steamball strainer basket.
The customer originally had Parquet flooring and they liked the look of real hardwood. Madeira 5” planks in Dark Gunstock oak was chosen for its color and durability. The flooring brought in warm neutral tones to compliment other materials. My customer wanted a larger window, but they had some safety concerns. We addressed their concerns by providing a larger Awning style window, using tempered glass and double locks.

This was a major remodel where the kitchen was completely gutted, flooring and soffits were removed and all the electrical in the kitchen had to be reworked and brought up to code. We used Waypoint Living Spaces for the perimeter cabinets and used a riser and crown molding to connect the cabinets to the ceiling. We chose Medallion Cabinetry for the island because the customer had her heart set on a green painted island. The hardware we used is from the Mulholland collection by Amerock. The customers have large family gathers and it was very important for them to have an island that was moveable. We used casters from Richelieu to create and island that could move easily, as well as having brakes to keep the island in place when they wanted.
Giallo Traversella granite was used on the perimeter countertops to tie together the greens and beige tones of the cabinetry and we used John Boos, walnut butcher block countertop for the island to compliment wood tones from the existing millwork in the home. The customer provided me with an inspiration picture for a backsplash, she knew she wanted a glass patterned backsplash. Ceramic Tiles International had released their Debut Petal mosaic tile and the customer loved it.
Prior to the remodel, the kitchen was very dark and very crowded, it did not function in a way that worked for my customer. We added under cabinet LED lights, one general ceiling fixture and LED Brio Disc lights with dimming capabilities so the customers could adjust the lighting to their specific needs.
Light fixtures were updated in the hallways as well as the kitchen.
My customer didn’t know exactly what they wanted as far as plumbing was concerned. They wanted products that were durable and easy to maintain. I chose the Blanco Performa undermount sink in the Truffle color due to is durability and the color complimented the other materials. We used Moen’s Arbor single handle pull down spray faucet and transitional soap dispenser due to its simplistic design, functionality and warranty. We used a ¾ horsepower Insinkerator disposal and a deluxe Steamball strainer basket.
The customer originally had Parquet flooring and they liked the look of real hardwood. Madeira 5” planks in Dark Gunstock oak was chosen for its color and durability. The flooring brought in warm neutral tones to compliment other materials. My customer wanted a larger window, but they had some safety concerns. We addressed their concerns by providing a larger Awning style window, using tempered glass and double locks.

Living in a 100-year-old house definitely presented unique design issues.
“Our major concern was what we would find behind the soffits and cabinets,” she says.“Early on, we found that much of our lath and plaster was heavily damaged and that the ceiling had been dropped around the soffits. So, we changed course from the planned facelift of the kitchen and instead took everything to the studs.”
However, she also had to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic as well as wildfires that were raging in Oregon at the time.
She explains: “These events led to major challenges in getting all of our IKEA cabinets and appliances here, between store closures due to air quality and shipping delays. However, all of the companies we worked with were great, it just took weeks longer to get things than we would have hoped.”
Despite all this, Chelsea says it’s hard to pick just one favorite part of her kitchen.
“We love the big open counter space that flows into the eat-in-bar and the wallpaper. I also love the accent wall with the wallpaper. It really brings movement into the space and helps bring a historic touch to the room,” she concludes.
Cole & Son’s wallpaper and coved crown molding bring a historic touch to the space as well.

This was a major remodel where the kitchen was completely gutted, flooring and soffits were removed and all the electrical in the kitchen had to be reworked and brought up to code. We used Waypoint Living Spaces for the perimeter cabinets and used a riser and crown molding to connect the cabinets to the ceiling. We chose Medallion Cabinetry for the island because the customer had her heart set on a green painted island. The hardware we used is from the Mulholland collection by Amerock. The customers have large family gathers and it was very important for them to have an island that was moveable. We used casters from Richelieu to create and island that could move easily, as well as having brakes to keep the island in place when they wanted.
Giallo Traversella granite was used on the perimeter countertops to tie together the greens and beige tones of the cabinetry and we used John Boos, walnut butcher block countertop for the island to compliment wood tones from the existing millwork in the home. The customer provided me with an inspiration picture for a backsplash, she knew she wanted a glass patterned backsplash. Ceramic Tiles International had released their Debut Petal mosaic tile and the customer loved it.
Prior to the remodel, the kitchen was very dark and very crowded, it did not function in a way that worked for my customer. We added under cabinet LED lights, one general ceiling fixture and LED Brio Disc lights with dimming capabilities so the customers could adjust the lighting to their specific needs.
Light fixtures were updated in the hallways as well as the kitchen.
My customer didn’t know exactly what they wanted as far as plumbing was concerned. They wanted products that were durable and easy to maintain. I chose the Blanco Performa undermount sink in the Truffle color due to is durability and the color complimented the other materials. We used Moen’s Arbor single handle pull down spray faucet and transitional soap dispenser due to its simplistic design, functionality and warranty. We used a ¾ horsepower Insinkerator disposal and a deluxe Steamball strainer basket.
The customer originally had Parquet flooring and they liked the look of real hardwood. Madeira 5” planks in Dark Gunstock oak was chosen for its color and durability. The flooring brought in warm neutral tones to compliment other materials. My customer wanted a larger window, but they had some safety concerns. We addressed their concerns by providing a larger Awning style window, using tempered glass and double locks.

Our clients were looking to build an income property for use as a short term rental in their backyard. In order to keep maximize the available space on a limited footprint, we designed the ADU around a spiral staircase leading up to the loft bedroom. The vaulted ceiling gives the small space a much larger appearance.
To provide privacy for both the renters and the homeowners, the ADU was set apart from the house with its own private entrance.
The design of the ADU was done with local Pacific Northwest aesthetics in mind, including green exterior paint and a mixture of woodgrain and metal fixtures for the interior.
Durability was a major concern for the homeowners. In order to minimize potential damages from renters, we selected quartz countertops and waterproof flooring. We also used a high-quality interior paint that will stand the test of time and clean easily.
The end result of this project was exactly what the client was hoping for, and the rental consistently receives 5-star reviews on Airbnb.
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