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We are remodeling like mad making homes work better for families.
There is an enormous appetite for remodeling in Boise at the moment. This fills me with joy.
We just invested in some amazing technology and are reinventing how we use our Design Process.
“Architecture is inhabited sculpture”. -Constantin Brancusi, sculptor (19 Feb 1876-1957)
“Surround yourself with people you love and have fun. The rest is gravy”. Paul Tillotson (1965 -2016)
“I love the smell of sawdust in the morning”. Me, renaissance man (8-28-58) – Still going strong!
“Quality construction does not cost- it pays” as seen on a bumper sticker
“Lighthouses don’t go running all over an island looking for boats to save; they just stand there shining.” Anne Lamott
“Everything that can be counted does not necessarily count; everything that counts cannot necessarily be counted.” Albert Einstein
ESGR Award Earned
Andrew Dixon is an Army Reserve member who also works as our estimator. He recently deployed for a month, creating hardship for the company. The truth is that we sucked it up as a team and made it work. During his absence, he nominated Levco and me for this...
Laughing At Myself
I was frustrated with a pot that uses electricity to heat water quickly. When I went to pour the water, it dribbled. For some reason, there is a screen filter in it, which I assumed was the cause, so I removed it, and it still dribbled. I tried pouring fast and slow,...
Dealing With Changes Is Not Optional
As the owner and operator of a thriving, vital remodeling business, I experience things that a less involved owner might not. I like to say, "It's always better to be on top of the wave than under it." The one sure thing about remodeling is that things change. We must...
Unsung Heroes Time To Shine
In any business, behind every successful owner is a group of dedicated people who believe in them and follow the leader into battle. I Am So Very Grateful In my life, I have been surrounded by these fantastic individuals. They are angels; they collaborate for a common...
Problem Solving At A Very High Level
The art of problem-solving has been improved for years, much like the science of evolution; it takes generations, and there is still a missing link. (or did scientists find it, and I just missed the memo) The Typical Process Someone identifies a problem and suffers...
Why Hire A Remodeling Contractor?
Your home is like any complex machinery, similar to your body in many ways. It comprises many systems that work in unison and harmony to function properly. Some specialize in commercial work; we have a residential remodeling specialty. Remodeling Contractors Are A...
Latest Projects
Primary Suite Remodel with Deck
Primary Suite Remodel & DeckThe Challenge Inaccurate plans were provided that had to get updated over the course of the project. The project is on a creek so lots of precautions were needed to keep erosion out of it. The Idea Create a primary suite that is...
Whole House Remodel
Whole House RemodelThe Challenge The home was in the hillside district and in the WUI which means that the home has some extra requirements as far as firesafe and extra structural requirements. There had been an addition done to the house years prior that was not...
Whole House Remodel
Whole House RemodelThe Challenge The property was occupied during design and the new owners were very occupied with their school aged children. Lots of deferred maintenance items had to be addressed. The Idea The home was purchased in advance of moving in with the...
Garage Remodel
Garage renovationThe Challenge The sagging roof caused be removed bracing over the years made it look like a sway-back horse. A chiropractic adjustment and some serious support were needed. Keeping with the historic look and feel of the garage was important. There...