As the market cools off, homeowners are more interested than ever in finding ways to make sure their properties resell for as much as possible. However, choosing between the many potential renovations makes moving forward with your home improvement and listing for sale … read more

When it comes to their four-generation family beachfront on the shore of Port Gamble Bay, father and son owners Jim Nelson and Pete Mueting-Nelson are looking to the future while honoring fond memories of the past. A new house, designed by Jim Nelson … read more

Are you thinking of remodeling your home or buying a home? Are you a builder or remodeler wanting to stay abreast of current home design trends? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, you may be interested in the results … read more

Creativity is in each of us, but sometimes we must find our way to it. It may seem unlikely that a bank examiner who is required to use her skills of exactness, ensuring that banks are complying with laws, attention to detail in … read more

In February, the Las Vegas Convention Center was the site of Design and Construction Week, a combined trade show of the National Association of Home Builders International Builders Show and the National Kitchen and Bath Association’s Kitchen and Bath Industry Show. The combined … read more

The American poet Theodore Roethke stated, “Great Nature has another thing to do / To you and me; so take the lively air / And, Lovely, learn by going where to go.” When you wander into Donna and Tom Torrens’ Gig Harbor garden … read more

The right decking material can affect the upkeep and lifespan of your deck, which will make a huge impact in the long-term cost of maintenance. For example, Trex, a composite deck board manufacturer, estimates that a pressure-treated deck can cost more than double … read more

The kitchen is a cornerstone in any home. It’s where we cook dinner and where we gather with friends and family. Everyone wants a beautiful kitchen, but remember, this is a functional space as well. We feature 14 kitchens from West Sound industry … read more

Emotional expression through the art of painting has allowed Janice Tayler to continue performing on a stage, so to speak. An injury required her to segue from her 30-year career as a professional dancer to something new that would still allow her to … read more