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New Trends For Older Homes – KBIS 2020 Recap

The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) 2020 did not disappoint! Each year, this trade show grows in new product display, vendor quality, and wow-factor. Manufacturers bring their latest and greatest and we get to soak up the new trends and count down the days for product releases. This year, we noticed a welcome trend paying homage to design styles

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2018 Irvington Home Tour

Craftsman Design and Renovation is proud to be a part of the 36th annual Irvington Home Tour with this beautiful Craftsman home. Originally designed and built in 1910 by Robert Beat, this home had been neglected and was in need of some TLC! With careful design and planning, we were able to renovate and restore this home to its former

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2000 – Discovering Architectural Treasure

Our relationship with the American Heritage Center takes off. Like so many who treasure Portland and its historic buildings, we have benefitted tremendously from the AHC. Besides furthering our company’s knowledge of Portland’s housing stock and architectural styles, this invaluable resource provided exposure for Craftsman Design’s expertise, introducing us to some of our most beloved clients and projects (see milestones for 2006, 2007 and 2011).

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1996 – It All Starts at Home

Wade had always been interested in older homes and their histories. In 1994, he finally was in the position to purchase a home of his own. The 1906 fixer became not only Wade’s first experience with home-ownership, but as a general contractor as well. Frustrated with the quality of work and poor communication he encountered, Wade fired his contractor and assumed the role himself.

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2015 Outstanding Remodeling Achievement Award

Residential Exterior over $100,000.

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2015 NARI Regional Contractor of the Year Award

Residential Kitchen over $150,000 More about the NARI awards.

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Tips on Preserving your Historic Home

Historic preservation is one of our passions and specialities at Craftsman Design and Renovation. From design to build, we enjoy remodeling and preserving the classic homes of Portland. It may seem like an overwhelming subject for a homeowner who cares for the history of their home, but also wants the space to cater to their modern needs. Here are some

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Our project was repairing, restoring, and replacing one of a kind decorative ornamental features on our 1892 Queen Anne. Craftsman Designs demonstrated the ability to understand and problem-solve for period historical accuracy, prepare detailed architectural drawings, and possess the necessary...

Bob & Susan

Very clean work space. Good communication. They were willing to let me do the finish work to save on cost.

Moore

We chose CDR after an extensive research process. We considered other design-build firms, as well as architects and separate general contractors. For the people we considered closely, we visited former and/or active job sites and spoke with several former/current clients...

David & Helen

They really came through on helping the design we had in our heads come to fruition. The lead carpenter, Noah was great to work with and listened really well. I appreciated the attention to all the little details. We lived...

Heidi

The team turned our typical old house scary basement into an amazing family space complete with closed off laundry room, bathroom and storage that is now our favorite room in our house. The craftsmanship and attention to detail was excellent....

Christy & David

This is the second time my wife and I have hired Wade and his team from Craftsman Design & Renovation. Our house is a 1912 Craftsman, and they have completely renovated the porch/carport, and the ground floor rooms except the...

Kristin & Richard

Both my husband and I were thoroughly impressed with both the craftsmanship and professionalism of Craftsman Design and Remodel. The design, carpentry skills, and execution of both our living and dining room far exceeded our expectations. We were kept in...

Lauren & Brad

Of the many design-build choices in Portland, we feel fortunate to have used Craftsman Design and Renovation to re-do our kitchen. Their high professionalism and regard for our family’s daily routines, with an open atmosphere of problem solving and design...

Pete & Raelene

As we reflect on the remodel, we heartily agree that CDR has been all we hoped for. The design services, project management, and subcontractors have all been top shelf. And the most critical element, your timely availability and communications, has...

Kimberly & Stephen

Superlative and satisfying — those two words sum up our feelings toward everyone at CDR. We began with a general vision in our mind’s eye and thanks to the creative design process we ended with a finished product that is...

Susan & Bart

Every time I go into my basement, I have this huge smile on my face. We are so delighted with every aspect of our experience with Chelly, Wade, Johnny and Craftsman Design. We LOVE our basement. It’s lovely. And I...

C. LeClair

I love it! These cabinets are so beautiful, I can’t imagine that they weren’t already here. And that’s the sign of a project done well.

Kim & Justin

We feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with all of you these past few months. We felt we were in such good hands throughout the entire process, and are so impressed with your outstanding design and...

Melissa & Steven

Now that the kitchen remodel is done and we are finally in it, both B. and I are realizing that it is above and beyond better than we ever dreamed it was going to be. We love it so much...

Margaret & Bill

We were delighted with the work performed by Craftsman Design and Renovation. The project was well managed, very professional and the quality of work was high. Thank you!

Fiona & Michael

We had a very positive experience with Craftsman Design and Renovation. The outcome of our renovation exceeded expectations. Wade did an excellent job with the design, (carpenters) Jeff and Hector were amazing – very skilled and professional, and the subcontractors...

Marci

Wade built the house of my dreams! For years, I’d said that my dream house was a traditional Arts and Crafts home in my old West Hills neighborhood, never believing that it could be possible. Wade helped transform my cramped...

Amanda

The best decision I ever made was to work with you. It is obvious you are skilled at what you do, professional, and honest. What a reassuring feeling for a homeowner.

Gail

Craftsman Design and Renovation did a significant master bathroom remodel for us. The project tasks and work schedule were very well defined and managed with confidence. The workers, being skilled craftsmen, did a commendable job. Highly recommended!

Bart & Karen

It was a delight to find Wade. Not only was he pleasant to work with, he came in on time and under budget, and you’d never know where he repaired the ant and water damage on our old house. His...

Dale & Darcy

Our house went from being the neighborhood’s neglected stepchild to the belle of the ball.

Lester & Heather

The architect/contractor was responsive to our needs for an aesthetically pleasing and functional porch. The architect/contractor provided various design options and educated us about how to restore our porch to a period-appropriate design. We are more delighted with our house...

D. Wise

This project was our first remodel and we had no idea what to expect. It was important for us to work with someone who shared our vision of creating a space that honored the attention to detail and the aesthetic...

John & Julie

Your designs for our kitchen and bathrooms were visually compelling, beautifully efficient and, amazingly, both practical and luxurious. The work of your employees and subcontractors in executing these designs was of the highest quality.

Frosti

It has been more than a year now since Craftsman Design and Renovation gutted our kitchen and two bathrooms and rebuilt them in keeping with the Arts and Crafts style of our home. We couldn’t be more pleased with the...

Steve

Knowing that [the front porch] would be the focal point of the house, we wanted only the finest artisans in all of Portland to bring the old porch back to life – this had become a labor of love! My...

C. Smith

I can’t say enough good things about Wade and his crew. They were creative, responsive, prompt and unobtrusive, resulting in a bathroom that wows all who see it. Just walking in it every morning brings a smile to my face.

J & T Jewett

Wade Freitag and the Craftsman Design crew bring together the best in design, creativity, quality construction, and project management. When we first met with them, we had some tentative plans in mind. With Wade’s experience and careful listening, he was...

Ruth & Jim

Craftsman listened carefully to what we wanted to achieve, and then came through with superb design, materials, and construction. It always felt like a collaborative process; they were not afraid to tell us if they thought our ideas were problematic,...

Marty & Angela

Along with my husband, Michael M, we engaged Craftsman for a whole house remodel of a 1909 craftsman, recently-purchased home following our relocation to Portland. Having done two architect / contractor remodels previously, we found the experience of a design/build...

K.C. & Michael

This was the third project for which we have hired Craftsman Design and Renovation. We trust Wade and his team with our home. We appreciate the highly collaborative process Craftsman Design uses to ensure that the contractor and the owner...

Kristin & Richard

We were really pleased with the quality of the work and the timeliness of it. I have gotten a lot of compliments from friends and neighbors on what we did to the house. We really appreciate everything that they did...

Kathy & Rasay

It may sound trite but Craftsman has the people, and a process that results in a very fetching product. The expressions on the faces of neighbors and friends who toured the remodeled kitchen, bathrooms and attic told a lot. Comments...

John

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Craftsman Design and Renovation is a nationally recognized design-build remodeling company with contractors who have a passion for Portland’s older homes. We love our work and the association it offers us with like-minded people, who value the history, craftsmanship, and beauty of vintage homes.

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