by Dayna Tracy | Apr 25, 2022 | Accessory Dwelling Units, Industry Tips
Are you considering building an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on your property in Portland? You’re not alone. As of 2021, there have been approximately 3,350 permits issued for ADUs in the Portland area. The number of annual ADU permits in Portland is around 250-300....
by Dayna Tracy | Feb 17, 2022 | Industry Tips
Planning is an integral step in any home improvement project. Not only do you need to figure out what you would like to do, but you also need to plan ahead to ensure that it is feasible, affordable, and will add literal and figurative value to your home. A home...
by Dayna Tracy | Jan 21, 2022 | Industry Tips, Interior Design
In 2021, the pandemic took us all on yet another rollercoaster ride – slowly dissipating and then charging back. This affected the health of workers in all industries, including the building trades. It also impacted manufacturing globally. The effects of this...
by Dayna Tracy | Nov 4, 2021 | Industry Tips
Finding the best places to live in and around Portland, Oregon can be hard. The city has seen marked growth in the last few years, adding more residents than any other city in Oregon. And that’s without counting the outlying areas – like Lake Oswego, Tigard, or...
by Dayna Tracy | Feb 24, 2021 | Industry Tips
In 2021, many of us know our homes better than ever. Quarantining in 2020 made us spend a lot more time at home – in the kitchen, the backyard, and make-shift home offices. The 2021 home design and renovations trends we are seeing emerge are directly correlated to how...
by Dayna Tracy | Dec 18, 2020 | Industry Tips
If you’re ready to start a large-scale remodel, you may need to deal with the ongoing fallout from the coronavirus-related economic shutdown. That means working with your contractor to mitigate its impact. The problem, as we all know, started in March and April....
