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
Brandeburg Studios
Betsy Brandenburg-Hurst
(971) 998-3058
http://brandenburgstudios.com/
Christie Architecture
Lisa and Adam Christie
(503) 490-5472
http://christiearchitecture.com
Holly Moore Design
Holly Moore
(503) 680-1410
Howells Architecture + Design LLC
Michael Howells
(503) 869-3715
Handyman
Joe Adrian Repair & Remodeling
(503) 997-2971
Plumbing
Black Cat Plumbing
(503) 788-0300
http://www.blackcatplumbing.com/
Elk Country Plumbing and Heating
John Ruble
(503) 329-1528
Mechanical (HVAC)
Anctil Heating and Cooling
(503) 281-0752
Cabinetry
On the Level Custom Cabinets
Kevin Rogenkamp
(360) 772-3019
Wolf and Son Cabinetmakers
Eric Wolf
(503) 776-0350
Realty
Roost Realty
Heather Williams
(503) 515-1223
Electrical
L&K Electric
(971) 506-8351
Suppliers
Chown Hardware
Hardware and fixture retailer since 1879
CFM - Contract Furnishings Mart
A wide selection of flooring and tile at reasonable prices.
Hippo Hardware
Period fixtures—sinks, tubs, lights, you name it!
Lakeside Lumber
Exterior Siding and Decking
http://www.lakesidelumber.com/
McCoy Millwork
Great showroom and catalog for millwork (handrails, trim, wainscot, etc.)
Miller Paint
Local and employee-owned supplier of paint and finishes
Parr Lumber
Northwest's Best All-Round Lumberyard
Rebuilding Center
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!
http://www.rebuildingcenter.org/
Rejuvenation
Period-authentic lighting and house parts
Sustainable Northwest Wood
Portland's Sustainable Lumberyard
Winks Hardware
The place to go for hard-to-find hardware
Green Building Information
Earth Advantage
Portland green building program
http://www.earthadvantage.org/
Energy Trust of Oregon
Energy efficiency programs with a cash incentive for new and existing residential buildings
Forestry Stewardship Council
Certified sustainable forested wood products
METRO – Find a Recycler
Metro can help you find a place to take your stuff to be recycled.
https://www.oregonmetro.gov/tools-living/garbage-and-recycling/find-a-recycler
REGREEN
Partnership between American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and US Green Building Council (USGBC)
http://www.regreenprogram.org/
Southface
Clearinghouse of homeowner-friendly information on sustainable building