Why Build a New Home?
Hammer & Hand | Field Notes | Remodeling & Home Building Blog | Portland, Seattle
by Marketing Account
3w ago
Are you considering building a home in the near future? If so, you’re not alone. Many people are realizing the benefits of building a brand-new home rather than purchasing an existing one. Let’s go over some of the top benefits. 1. Customizable Everything When you build a home, you have complete creative control over the design and layout through partnering with an architect to create a floor plan that suits your needs and lifestyle perfectly. From the number of bathrooms and bedrooms to the size of the kitchen, everything can be tailored to your preferences. You select the style and color of ..read more
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The Natural Beauty of Northwest Modern Home Design
Hammer & Hand | Field Notes | Remodeling & Home Building Blog | Portland, Seattle
by Douglas Killingtree
9M ago
At Hammer & Hand, we take great pride in the diversity of architectural styles our talented homebuilders are experienced in. One style that has gained significant popularity in the Pacific Northwest is Northwest Modern. What is Northwest Modern and how can you find the right design team to bring your vision to life? Blending contemporary elements with the natural beauty of the region, Northwest Modern homes exude a sense of timeless charm and harmonious integration with the environment. Clean lines, ample use of natural materials, and large windows are signature elements that define this s ..read more
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Home Remodel Ideas for Exquisite Dinner Parties
Hammer & Hand | Field Notes | Remodeling & Home Building Blog | Portland, Seattle
by Douglas Killingtree
1y ago
Are you the type of person who loves hosting fine dinner parties and cocktail hours? At Hammer & Hand, we can appreciate the need for a smartly designed space to elevate hosting potential to the next level. Here are five such projects that our expert craftspeople have built for dinner party aficionados in Portland and Seattle:   BIG FIR VINEYARD | Outdoor Space w/ Fireplace Designed by Prentiss Balance Wickline | Photos by Andrew Pogue When attending a dinner party on a vineyard such as this, one of the many perks is the phenomenal views and quiet, refreshing atmosphere. Especia ..read more
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5 Designs That Blend Indoor & Outdoor Living
Hammer & Hand | Field Notes | Remodeling & Home Building Blog | Portland, Seattle
by Douglas Killingtree
1y ago
We value our connection to nature in the Pacific Northwest. Whether we’re watering our houseplants or hiking through the Gorge, the desire to include the natural world in our lives is strong. It’s no wonder then that many of our Portland and Seattle clients and their architects bear this in mind while designing new homes and home remodels. Here are five great examples of designs that blend indoor and outdoor living:   HOOD RIVER MODERN | An Exquisite View Designed by Scott Edwards Architecture Perched on Hood River’s Booth Hill, this new home was designed to take full advantage of the ex ..read more
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5 Ways to Make Your Home More Family-Functional
Hammer & Hand | Field Notes | Remodeling & Home Building Blog | Portland, Seattle
by Julia Marcec
1y ago
Many families would like to stay in their current home rather than relocating as children grow and needs change. From a functional kitchen remodel to a home addition, there are many ways that a home can be adapted as families evolve.  For those deciding that your home may be ready for some upgrades, here are five ways to make your home more family-functional.   Photo by Meagan Larsen   SW HILLS SPANISH REVIVAL: Kitchen dining nook with outdoor access This Spanish Revival home in Portland’s southwest hills underwent a kitchen makeover to add a connecting dining nook with plenty ..read more
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Site Superintendent Brian Hering | Meet the Team
Hammer & Hand | Field Notes | Remodeling & Home Building Blog | Portland, Seattle
by Douglas Killingtree
1y ago
Brian has been with Hammer & Hand off-and-on for a cumulative 7 years. A self-taught carpenter, Brian used to be a mold maker for historical and ornamental architecture with a local company called Architectural Castings (previously Architectural Reproductions). He fell into remodeling during the 2008 financial collapse and found that he was quite adept at it. He continued honing his skills and building experience over the next decade and a half, during which he discovered Hammer & Hand through the friend of a neighbor. Brian is currently wrapping up a project that has been his favorite ..read more
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Alder Commons: An Uncommon Project
Hammer & Hand | Field Notes | Remodeling & Home Building Blog | Portland, Seattle
by Douglas Killingtree
1y ago
Being home builders, we at Hammer & Hand spend a lot of our time doing remodels, new homes, and the occasional commercial TI in Portland and Seattle. Though we pride ourselves on being top-notch builders and good members of our communities, it’s not often that we get to be involved in a project that is designed around the concept of community building itself. Working on the Alder Commons community kitchen build-out was a rare treat for us, and one that meant a lot to many members of our team. For the uninitiated, Alder Commons is a nonprofit space designed to facilitate multigenerational ..read more
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Project Supervisor Mac Casares | Meet the Team
Hammer & Hand | Field Notes | Remodeling & Home Building Blog | Portland, Seattle
by Douglas Killingtree
2y ago
Meet Mac, Project Supervisor, Carpenter, and Senior Builder! Mac (given name Michael Casares) joined Hammer & Hand as a carpenter in the fall of 1998. A native Oregonian, Mac was raised on a farm and started working as a laborer for his uncles at the age of 13. Mac had a brief stint on a crew building a hotel in Los Angeles right out of high school before he moved to Colorado for much of the 90s. Aside from his time in Colorado spent building in the summer and teaching snowboarding in the winter, Mac has spent the majority of his career at Hammer & Hand. When asked what drew him to be ..read more
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Updating a Roaring 20s Craftsman | Historic Portland Remodel
Hammer & Hand | Field Notes | Remodeling & Home Building Blog | Portland, Seattle
by Douglas Killingtree
2y ago
Take a peek at our process as we remodel this incredible century-old home in one of Portland’s most historic neighborhoods! Site supervisor Brian Hering takes us through the process, giving insight into how we handle the unique needs of remodeling a hundred-year-old home for out-of-state clients.  Using the inspired plans of architect Maria Cohen, we collaborated closely with designer Benjamin Silver to begin transforming what had been an aging house into a sturdy, beautiful home with a timeless feel. We rebuilt the fireplace and updated the trim, as well as expanded the dining room, kit ..read more
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Recent Project Highlights
Hammer & Hand | Field Notes | Remodeling & Home Building Blog | Portland, Seattle
by Jessica LeBaron
2y ago
It’s no secret that the last year or so has been unordinary.  Throughout it all, the Hammer & Hand teams in Portland and Seattle worked hard to keep our clients safe while creating new and exciting spaces. Below are some of our recently completed projects. Enjoy!   MT. TABOR REMODEL Parts of the kitchen and living room of this home were demolished by the Portland H&H team and rebuilt to create a more social environment.   FJÄLLRÄVEN SEATTLE Around the corner from Pike Place Market, this commercial tenant improvement project features ash wood, Douglas fir, and custom de ..read more
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