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More and more people are choosing teardown/rebuild as an option for creating their dream home. Whether choosing this option for your existing home or buying an older home and starting fresh, there are a lot of reasons someone would opt for a teardown/rebuild. 

If you own or are considering purchasing an older home that is in the perfect location but has seen better days, a teardown/rebuild, either full or partial, could be something to consider. Knowing the differences between a teardown/rebuild, new construction, and whole-home remodel is an important place to start if you are considering this option.

A teardown/rebuild differs from new construction in that it does not start from scratch. Once we tear down the existing home, we are left with a foundation, plumbing, electrical, cable, and other pre-build concerns already taken care of. This speeds up the process and can save you a lot of money upfront. 

A whole-home remodel may gut a house down to the roof, outer walls, and studs and remodel the home from there. But a teardown will completely demolish the house (or a section of it in the case of a partial teardown) to its foundation and rebuild on the current footprint. This can be useful, especially if the existing home has any safety concerns, such as mold, rot, outdated wiring or plumbing, or even foundation issues. A teardown also allows you more freedom to change the style and layout of the home to fit your needs and taste. 

A few of the benefits of a teardown/rebuild:

  • Saves time and money by leaving you with a foundation, plumbing, electrical, cable, and landscaping.
  • Allows you to make changes without the limits of the original layout.
  • Removes the risks of an older home, such as rot, mold, faulty wiring and plumbing, foundation issues, or size constraints.
  • Leaves you with a brand new home that fits your style without the stress of new construction.

Are you ready to start your remodel, addition, or teardown/rebuild?

Click here to get started! 

 

Check out these photos of a teardown/rebuild project we are currently in the middle of!

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: construction, Home addition, home remodeling, rebuild, remodel, teardown

It’s not the house that makes a home. It is the people who live in the house that make a home. It’s the little details that make the house unique from any other. Those little details tell the story of the family within. Reflecting the values and passions of those who call it home. We are so honored to be invited to work with homeowners every day to help them turn their house into a home that reflects who they are. A home they can be proud of.

When Paul and his wife Becky reached out to us about remodeling their home we were thrilled with the vision they had to create a space that was classic, homey and one of a kind. They had purchased their home in 2001 and decided that after 17 years, it was time for an update to the home’s interior. 

Paul works in the home construction industry and has a passion for quality work. He had heard about Renewal through George’s nephew Greg, a talented architect whom he had worked with on a recent project. He was thrilled to find that George’s passion for quality and service matched his own.

Paul and Becky chose a bright white color pallet but wanted to create a comfortable warm space within that. They did this by pulling in earth-toned and organic elements throughout the house. They decided that wooden beams would bring interest and the warm quality they were looking for.

This sent them on a journey to find the perfect beams. For Paul, this meant an opportunity to find unique and storied pieces that only reclaimed wood can provide. Although He knew that new wood can be processed and weathered to create a reclaimed look, he felt drawn to the opportunity to keep quality wood out of the landfill and to breath new life into some one-of-a-kind beams.

Paul and Becky chose a cool color palette, but pulled warm tones into their home using these beautiful reclaimed beams.

Paul worked with Rhine Reclaimed Wood to find beams that were full of character. The beams he chose were from a warehouse in Seattle that had been torn down. He looked for things that added character like the way the grain had weathered over time, any paint that was left, staples and nails. He also looked for colors in the wood that would bring out other elements in the home. He and Becky wanted to see a story when they looked at these beams and have a built-in conversation starter.

The beams run throughout the house.

The process is not a simple one, but it is well worth it if you are on the hunt for the unique and reclaimed. Paul spent 3 hours picking beams out of the stacks of reclaimed wood that Rhine provides. Then the beams were power washed and sent to the home. Paul and Becky had originally planned to stain the beams, but once they got them into their home, they fell in love with the color and the raw, organic quality of the wood and decided to leave them unstained to preserve the weathered and storied feel.

From there we stepped in to plan and execute the arrangement and installation of the beams into the home. We are so happy with the way the beams flow through the home to create a consistently homey and welcoming feeling throughout. It was a special project throughout, and we have to say that we wholeheartedly agree with Paul and Becky, the beams bring warmth into the home and provide interest and story all while keeping some beautiful wood out of the landfill.

Ready to update your home? Let’s get started today!

 

Filed Under: Design, Dream Home, Remodel Tips Tagged With: home design trends, home remodeling, Reclaimed Wood

2018 was a year filled with marble, ship-lap, Edison bulbs and rose gold, but with a new year comes new styles and decorating trends. Learn a more about the movement of styles this year!

Natural Trends

In 2019, designs are moving towards fresh, natural materials such as stone, copper, brass, and concrete. These elements help bring a serene, earthy ambiance and add a natural vibe to your urban indoor abode.

Natural Elements | Renewal Remodels & Additions

Move over rose gold – it’s brass and copper’s time to shine! Their reddish/orange tones and overall earthy hue offer a warm and subtle alternative to steel and are great accents to use for fixtures, lights, and decor items.

Copper Accents | Renewal Remodels & Additions

Minimalist Trends

Less is more: as the minimalist movement rises, the desire to have spaces appear as clean as possible is gaining momentum. For the kitchen, a great way to achieve an openness vibe to eliminate upper cabinets and have open shelving. If you’re building or remodeling, getting rid of upper cabinets works beautifully by adding a galley-style or true butlers pantry. Not only is it perfect for storage, but you can use it to stage drinks and appetizers as well!

Open Shelving | Renewal Remodels & Additions

 


Butler’s Pantry | Renewal Remodels & Additions

Matte Finishes

Compared to the dramatic effect that high-shine finishes conjure, matte finishes create a silky, elegant, and relaxed contrast. Bold colors finished with a high-gloss can come across as ‘overly loud’. Instead, use a matte finish, which creates a saturated, velvety finish with rich results


University Place Project | Renewal Remodels & Additions

These trends are full speed ahead!  Whether you’re renovating a room or two or your whole house, our talented team is ready to talk with you about your remodeling goals. Give us a call to schedule a free in-home consultation today!

Filed Under: Design Tagged With: 2019 design trends, home design trends, home remodeling, interior design, matte paint, minimalist, natural elements

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