F & L Bath 2013 December 20, 2013Bathroomsalex A curbless pan allows easy access to the shower area. To achieve this, a large part of the bathroom floor slopes towards the drain. This solid surface countertop enhances the rich wood vanity. Special precautions should be taken while installing windows in a shower, in order to avoid moisture issues over the years. The window sills are gently sloped to redirect any water away from the window pane.
K & K Kitchen 2013 December 20, 2013Kitchensalex Mixing cabinet colors for a dramatic look. A secondary prep sink will improve the kitchen functionality, particularly for a larger family. Angle cabinets are ideal for narrow high traffic areas.
L & F Sauna 2013 December 20, 2013Bathroomsalex Saunas are a great addition to any home in the Pacific Northwest.They can be built indoors or outdoors, and can be customized to fit a space as small as a bath tub. The heater is the heart of the sauna. The steam produces multiple rejuvenating and healing benefits. Aromatic western red cedar is the best materials to build saunas, due to its resistance to mold and decay.
K & M Kitchen 2012 February 14, 2013Kitchens, Subway tile2012, Kitchens, Old Portland, stainless steel, Undermount sinkalex Beautiful hardwood floors give this kitchen a rich warm feeling. After replacing the door and windows, the trim was reproduced in detail to match the rest of the house. The famous “Nook Of Truth”. On this side of the kitchen, the glass tile was used to create a backsplash detail Panoramic view of the stove wall.
Treasure 2012 February 14, 2013Subway tile2012alex Sometimes little treasures surface from another world. This postcard was found buried under the floor of an old Portland house remodeled in 2012. “Children will practice three times this week” June 14, 1925
MQ Bathroom 2012 February 14, 2013Bathrooms2012, alcove tub, Bathrooms, shampoo cubbyalex The beauty is in the simplicity. Glass tile detail. Bullnose tile was used to create a soap shelf within the shampoo cubby.
J & M Kitchen 2012 February 14, 2013Kitchens2012, accent light, Kitchens, passthrough, Undermount sinkalex Larger tile decreases the number of grout lines on a countertop, and are a good alternative to expensive solid slabs. A passthrough was created to open the kitchen up to the dining room. The existing hardwood floors were refinished throughout. Nice details and customizations can be achieved with some creativity.
J & C Bathroom 2012 February 14, 2013Bathrooms2012, Bathrooms, frameless door, shampoo cubby, shower seat, walk-in showeralex This custom shower features a comfortable bench and a frameless hinged shower glass. Quartz is one of the most popular countertop materials. It is as strong and durable as granite, and it comes in a variety of colors and patterns. The advantage of this man made material is that it is not as porous as a natural stone product. It does not need to be re-sealed to avoid staining. Top view of the shower pan
C & S Bathroom 2011 February 14, 2013Bathrooms2011, Bathrooms, hexagon tile, Undermount sink, walk-in showeralex Black and white color scheme throughout. Checkered floor tile. Only the exterior wall was painted with an accent color.
B & P Bathroom 2012 February 14, 2013Bathrooms, Subway tile2012, Bathrooms, shampoo cubby, subway tiles, walk-in showeralex Brushed nickel and chrome are the most common finishes found in modern homes. Rectangular tile is becoming very popular in bathrooms. This picture shows ‘straight set’ (white tiles) and ‘subway style’ (accent tiles). A small soap cubby installed at knee level takes the place of a large shower bench, and can be used to shave legs.