In the past, interior design was often seen as a luxury service, something nice to have but not essential. With the rise of DIY culture, spurred on by networks like HGTV, many homeowners have attempted to tackle their own projects. While DIY can be rewarding for some, hiring a design and build professional is a non-negotiable investment that can ultimately save you time, money, and stress. Here are several reasons why engaging a professional, like Gridley Company will be more beneficial for homeowners in the long run:   ..read more

At Gridley Company, we see the kitchen as a hub for culinary exploration and cherished gatherings. Recently, we completed a kitchen remodel for a couple who enjoy hosting loved ones, especially with the wife’s passion for baking. They that not only embraced her love for baking but also provided ample space for family gatherings. A key element of the design was a barrier-free island customized to accommodate her baking needs that offered generous room for cooling and decorating her creations. By creating an opening from the living room to the kitchen, we seamlessly integrated the spaces, allowi ..read more

We are honored to announce that Gridley Company has been announced Regional Winner of the 2024 NARI Contractor of The Year, for an Entire House Remodel, ranging in cost from $500,000 to $750,000 for one of our recently completed projects. This award is a symbol that represents Gridley Company’s commitment to excellence, craftsmanship, creative design and client satisfaction. The project which we won this award for was truly an exciting project for our team of designers, builders and strategists to collaborate on ..read more

In order to get the most out of your remodeling project, it is important that you and your remodeling firm know and understand the priority order of what is most important to you ..read more

Find a list of questions that you should consider asking a prospective remodeler’s past clients. Ask them all or select the ones you feel are most important to you ..read more

With an increasing need for affordable housing and multi-generational living options, homes that add ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) that incorporate ADA or Aging-In-Place design modifications and Universal design are gaining popularity in the Bay Area. While keeping population density in mind, State regulations and local lawmakers are easing up on their permitting restrictions to accommodate families seeking more innovative housing solutions. Pre-pandemic, ADUs were built to offset the rising cost of living within the area, however their rising demand is now in response to the Baby Boomers’ d ..read more

Before design/build, homeowners typically used the design/bid process. If you wanted to remodel your home, you had to find and hire an architect to design your project and then find and hire a builder to construct it. This can be a time consuming two-step process and if things go wrong you can find yourself uncomfortably in the middle between your architect and builder ..read more