Category: ADU
How to Design an ADU for an Aging Parent
Watching a parent grow old is a blessing. There are few things more valuable than the joy of getting to love and glean wisdom from aging loved ones into their twilight years. But as we all know, getting older comes with its own set of unique challenges. Many families in the past several decades have…
ADU vs. Home Addition: What’s the Difference?
When it comes to home improvement projects that involve making major changes to your home, accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and home additions are among the most common. However, while many people will use ADUs and home additions interchangeably, they are actually two different types of home improvement projects that accomplish different goals. Understanding the difference…
What is the Difference Between a Kit and a Custom Build?
Building a new structure, whether it’s a detached garage, an addition to your home, or even a new dwelling, presents some challenging choices. For many homeowners, these decisions are often swayed by initial cost comparisons. At a glance, $50,000 for a prefabricated kit seems like a steal compared to spending hundreds of thousands for a…
Portland Styles Guide: Current Interior Design Trends
With home prices on the rise, many homeowners are choosing to remodel their current homes rather than buy a new one. Here in the Portland Metro Area, where rich history meets all things innovative and trendy, we’ve noticed a distinctly diverse interior remodel style emerge over the last few years. At Lamont Bros., our design…
What are advanced framing techniques?
If you’ve been around construction workers in the last year, you’ve probably heard one of them mention “advanced framing techniques.” This form of structural framing is a specialized set of methods that increases the overall efficiency of a home. At Lamont Bros., several members of our staff are trained on how to incorporate advanced framing…
How do the holidays affect remodel construction?
The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner, and if you’re in the process of a big remodel project (or considering one), you might have some questions about how the holidays could affect your construction timeline. At Lamont Bros, we get a lot of questions about the holidays, and with good…
How 3D modeling can help you design your remodel
Homeowners often feel like they’re taking a gamble when they remodel their house. They have an image in their head of how they want their home to look. The problem is, the vision is difficult to capture on design blueprints. What if something doesn’t look the way you envisioned? If only there were a way to…
How to get remodel permits in Portland
You’re ready to get to work on the next big home improvement project. You set aside some money, even had some plans drawn up for the work you want done. But now comes the step that everyone loves to hate: permits. But the truth is, getting remodel permits in Portland doesn’t need to be intimidating…
Your Portland ADU Questions Answered
Portland ranks as one of the nation’s most friendly ADU (accessory dwelling unit) cities. And they can be a great source of extra income or additional square footage to your home. But what should you know before you decide to add one? Lamont Bros. co-founder Joseph Patrick joined the Living in Portland, Oregon podcast to…
Why Portland is a Great City for ADUs
ADUs, or Accessory Dwelling Units, can be a great way to add both space and value to your existing property. And if you live in Portland, it’s never been a better time to build one. Here are 8 reasons by Portland is a great city for ADUs. Many cities impose strict rules and regulations about…
Vinyl vs Laminate Flooring
These days, you have a wide range of vinyl and laminate flooring options to choose from. That can make picking the right one a daunting task. In this post, we break down the differences between vinyl vs laminate flooring based on 5 key categories, so you can confidently select the best material for your home.…
Building a Home Office: 5 Key Considerations
If you’re like many folks, chances are you’re working from home a lot more these days. And with companies transitioning to remote work models more permanently, having a dedicated home office space can be critical. Here are 5 key considerations to keep in mind if you’re thinking about building a home office. For many, working…
Portland’s ADU Rules: A Complete Guide (Updated 2025)
In the past 3-5 years there have been multiple updates to Portland’s zoning code around ADUs. The first came in August of 2021, when the Residential Infill Project (RIP1) went into effect. The goal of this project was to increase urban density by making it easier for Portland residents to build additional housing. The second…
5 Most Common Types of ADUs and What They Cost
Adding an accessory dwelling unit, or ADU, to your home is a smart way to not only provide more living space, but also add significant value. Here are the 5 most common types of ADUs, what they cost on average, and how they can enhance your space in the long run. ADUs are often designed…
