Resources
These days, it may seem like there are a dozen specialists for every home’s need. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the choices out there. That’s why we put together this list of trusted resources. These are the people and businesses we rely on for solutions every day. Each resource has been vetted by our own experience; we only list those people and businesses that have impressed us and are a pleasure to work with. While you’re here, be sure to check out the Green Building Information at the bottom. Your choices can make a very real difference, and it all starts with well-informed decisions.
Partners
Design
Betsy Brandenburg-Hurst
(971) 998-3058
Lisa and Adam Christie
(503) 490-5472
Holly Moore
(503) 680-1410
Howells Architecture + Design LLC
Michael Howells
(503) 869-3715
Handyman
Joe Adrian Repair & Remodeling
(503) 997-2971
Plumbing
(503) 788-0300
Elk Country Plumbing and Heating
John Ruble
(503) 329-1528
Mechanical (HVAC)
Anctil Heating and Cooling
(503) 281-0752
Cabinetry
Kevin Rogenkamp
(360) 772-3019
Eric Wolf
(503) 776-0350
Realty
Heather Williams
(503) 515-1223
Electrical
L&K Electric
(971) 506-8351
Suppliers
Light-fixture retailer with a wide variety of indoor and exterior lighting
Family-owned, specializing in kitchen appliances
Longtime retailer of tile & stone
Hardware, plumbing, and fixtures
since 1879. Unique materials and knowledgeable staff.
A wide selection of cabinetry, tile, and flooring with a range of prices
Budget-friendly, classic tile
Large selection of luxury appliances
Top-rated supplier of plumbing, lighting, and appliances
Antique and reproduction hardware
Exterior Siding and Decking
Great showroom and catalog for millwork (handrails, trim, wainscot, etc.)
Local and employee-owned supplier of paint and finishes
Northwest's Best All-Round Lumberyard
Extensive selection of premium stone counters and tile
Laminate, solid surface & stone counters
This is where we send all of our building materials looking for a new life. We can't say enough great things about this place!
Period-authentic lighting and house parts
Portland's Sustainable Lumberyard
Budget-friendly tile with the latest trends
Unique, premium tile
The place to go for hard-to-find hardware
Green Building Information
Portland green building program
Energy efficiency programs with a cash incentive for new and existing residential buildings
Certified sustainable forested wood products
Metro can help you find a place to take your stuff to be recycled.
Partnership between American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and US Green Building Council (USGBC)
Clearinghouse of homeowner-friendly information on sustainable building