Henderer Design + Build

Top 10 Remodeling Trends for 2011

     

1. Bigger Rooms- We're spending more time at home- cooking, enjoying family and entertaining so homeowners favor large open spaces. Combining the kitchen and formal dining room or family room to make a great room has become very popular.
2. Bare Floors- People are ripping out their carpeting and installing harder floor surfaces like ceramic tiles, hardwood or laminates. It's easier to clean, more stain resistant and less likely to collect dust.
3. Reuse- In remodeling reuse trumps recycling. Reusing something you already have in a new way is a frugal solution that creates less waste.
4. Product knowledge- Homeowners pay attention to price as well as news about product recalls, defects and durability. They're asking where their drywall is manufactured and how the look of wood cabinets will change as it ages. They're asking more questions and doing more product research.
5. Kitchen Upgrades- If you can freshen only one room in your home, it probably will be the kitchen. People investing in their homes are looking for the greatest value, and an upgraded kitchen gives back. It’s a selling point when putting your house on the market, a convenience if you plan to stay and a point of pride when family and friends visit.
6. Simpler Designs- Less is more in 2010. Homeowners are getting back to basics with clean, simple, timeless designs that create a comfortable home that’s less ornate and easier to maintain. They are choosing products and styles that are affordable and functional.
7. Looking Ahead- People are considering how the changes will affect them in their mature years. Bathroom remodels typically include the installation of grab bars, curbless showers, wider doors, higher toilets and taller vanities.
8. Going Green- How green a homeowner gets still depends on how much more they might have to spend for energy-efficient or environmentally sound product. Still, more are looking at such products as tankless water heaters and dual-flush toilets, which save energy and water.
9. Muted Colors- Dusty blues, muddy browns and muted purples are pushing greens, golds and bright colors from indoor and outdoor design palettes. Homeowners are gravitating towards calm, comforting colors and are embracing such shades as gray, eggplant, taupe and earthtones.
10. Paying Cash- More homeowners are saving for projects so they can pay as they go.

Have you heard of Houzz.com? It's an amazing tool for remodeling ideas!

Have you heard of houzz.com? I hadn't until I had one of their reps send me a link and asked if we wanted to be a part of it. After spending about 1 minute on their site I knew immediately that I'd been introduced to an incredibly powerful tool for our company.

So what's Houzz all about?

Houzz is a site for home design enthusiasts-- professionals and home owners. The Houzz site features over 150,000 interior and exterior photos, thousands of articles written by design experts to help with the design process. Design professionals can showcase their portfolios and share their work with a community who are interested in home and landscape design. 

Homeowners can collect their favorite photos and make "ideabooks" to assist them in finding out what colors, styles and architecture they like. You can upload photos of your homes and gardens, and swap tips and questions with other members. 600,000+ ideabooks have been created by Houzz members, and new ones are added every minute. This site is a treasure trove of high quality photos and inspirational ideas. Even if you're not a computer whiz they made the site very user-friendly and fun to use.

You can check out our houzz.com page by clicking the link below.

http://www.houzz.com/photos/professionals/27526/Henderer-Design--Build

If you're interested in doing any type of project big or small and need a few ideas...check out houzz.com

 

Before & After Photos of bathroom and basement remodel!

What a change for this beautiful college hill neighborhood home. This neighborhood is one of our favorites to work in due to the style of the homes which is craftsman and victorian styles built in the 20's and 30's and 40's. For this project we remodeled a master bathroom and they also had an unfinished basement that we finished and turned into a family room and "man cave". Check out our before and after pictures!

BEFORE BATHROOM & BASEMENT PICTURES

 

AFTER PICTURES BY JENERIKIMAGES.COM
 

Nobody Likes Surprises

I have said many times that the hardest part of my job as a professional remodeling contractor is estimating accurately. Remodeling contractors are not magicians and we don't have magic pricing wands. The profession of remodeling entails so many facets of construction from surgical demolition, preservation of wall finishes, general construction know how, knowledge of all of the trades including: HVAC, plumbing and electrical. We must be able to evaluate the existing structure for soundness, decide how to tie in the renovation to the existing building. and determine what level of quality will please the client all the while trying to meet the client's needs, wants and budget. We are also expected to do all of this before there is a working set of drawings, structural engineering or a thorough analysis of the project by the various trade people. There in lies the catch 22. If we agree to give "ball park numbers" and truly include all of the sticks, bricks, "construction gotchas", options and upgrades that people are considering along with a professional markup so we can stay in business we invariably are priced very high and don't get the job. If on the flip side we shave the numbers to get to the prospect's price we are prone to loose money on every project and go out of business or have a stack of change orders ready to write on for every additional nail or 2x4 just to catch up on our margin.

Reality is that no one, not me or you like nasty surprises. Please don't ask me for a price that you "won't hold me to" before the time is right to discuss price. Please interview me, look at the depth and breadth of my expertise, the history of my company, the talent of my staff and trade people, my ability to properly produce and execute my tasks in order to give you the best possible project for a reasonable price in an appropriate time frame. Determine for yourself that I am a goof fit for you, your family, and your project. Call our past clients and ask them how their experience was with us. Then we can begin discussing your project in depth, taking the time to do the proper analysis and decide the final outcome and price.

(Written by Remodeling Magazine)

Find out what Colors INSPIRE you!

Dear Friends,

You're  invited to our next monthly educational seminar hosted at our NEW Design Studio next to our office in beautiful downtown Corvallis. Interior Designer Mary Turney will be our speaker and her topics will include:

• Paint Pops-Using color creatively to expand the dimensions of a room or create contrast.
• Personalized Color Analysis...what color are you?
• Product Knowledge- How to select the right paint.
• Popular Trends
• How to mix and match paint with finishes

Click on the link below to register or RSVP by August 22nd, 2011. LIMITED SPACE TO 20 so register today! Admission is FREE and drinks and snacks are provided.

Get More Information

REGISTER NOW!

I can't make it

Good article about "competetive bidding"

I'm often asked why projects cost so much.  While I do the best to explain the costs associated with each individual project, the link below is to an article that a friend sent to me a while ago and I finally got around to reading.  Overall a good article.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/classified/realestate/advice/chi-thu_estimates_0228feb28,0,2085899.story

Make a Change 5 & 10K Trail Run/ 2K Walk

On behalf of Henderer Design+ Build we'd like to present to you our first annual Make a Change 5 & 10K Trail Run & 2K Walk with all proceeds going to our local charity LOVE Inc. of Benton County. The race is located just south of the Benton County fairgrounds. Run through beautiful Midge Cramer Park and up and over Bald Hill with vast views of the most beautiful college town in the NorthWest....Corvallis!

This trail run starts heading West on the Midge Cramer asphalt trail and hits dirt fairly quickly as you run past a local farm and on to dirt trails as you ascend Bald Hill. Once you reach the top you'll get stunning views of Corvallis. A Spring run could mean a muddy trail run...but isn't that half the fun? Sign up today and start the New Year off to a good start by training for this run! Make a change in your health AND your community. Mark your calendars for March 26th, 2011 at 10am. 

This is a great opportunity to run, sponsor or volunteer! If you're interested please contact Lainey Dyer @ 541-753-5660 or lainey@hendererdesignbuild.com or click on this link and Register HERE

Make a CHANGE in your health....MAKE a change in your community!

Henderer Design + Build wins Top Home Improvement Contractor of the Mid-Valley!

Announcing the Winner of Top Home Improvement Contractor of the Mid-Valley.....

Henderer Design + Build!

The Mid-Valley Newspapers invited you to tell them who you love and who's the best in the valley - and you answered them, more than 1,800 times. And so here are the results: Your picks for "Top of the Valley" in more than 100 categories. Over the weeks that the "Top of the Valley" polls were live on their websites, nearly 2,000 of you took the time to vote in at least one of the categories. Click the link below to find out who is the Top of the Mid-Valley winners in all categories.

Top of the Valley Winners

 

Thank you to those of you who voted for us!

 

Pet Friendly Projects

A growing trend in pet friendly projects shows that homeowners are keeping their pets in mind.

Photography by Lainey Dyer

Homeowners are modifying their homes to accommodate the comfort of their pets and to create greater conveniences for their families. A survey by the American Animal Hospital Association found that 84% of pet owners say their pets make their home healthier, so considering pets’ needs and the demands that go along with them, homeowners are building special spaces for their furry friends that lead to more contained and convenient options for families.

Most of us in Oregon feel as if our pets are members of the family. Maybe you should consider a pet friendly project for your family? For more information call Henderer Design + Build today! (541-753-5660)

·         Dog showers with low-level, hand-held sprayers are often located in mud rooms or garages. These spaces, often tiled and custom painted to suit a pet’s personality, make bathing or rinsing off muddy paws easy. This would be handy in the Willamette Valley of Oregon.

·         Feeding stations can be built-outs to accommodate feeding bowls and can include adequate space for the storage of food and other pet-related items, such as toys and medications. Some spaces even feature an installed water line that automatically refills the water bowl as needed.

·         Litter boxes can be discreetly located in custom cabinetry to help contain a kitty’s litter box area.

·         Pet doors have become elaborate with options including French doors, screen door panels, and infrared and magnetic key options.

·         Hideaways and sleeping areas, creating peaceful and private spaces for pets to retreat.

·         Windows are being designed to be located lower to flooring so pets have excellent outdoor views, complete with personalized pet seats for four-legged friends to enjoy.

By Qualified Remodeler Magazine

Introducing....Valley REBATH and our mobile showroom!

Be sure to stop out to Spaeth Lumber on 9th Street from 9am-1pm for an introduction to our new franchise Valley Rebath. We'll have our mobile showroom on display for tours. Stop by and see Dave Henderer, have a cup of coffee and a doughnut and see what Valley Rebath is all about.