Category: Interior
Interior Design Trends for Your Home in 2025
As we move into 2025, the world of interior design is changing — for the better! Today’s trends are creating living spaces that feel both luxurious and practical, with new technologies, products, and design features gaining popularity among homeowners. At Lamont Bros. Design & Construction, our team is constantly asking the question, “What’s next?” We’ve…
Video: Why Should I Test My Home for Asbestos and Lead?
Video Transcript: Are you about to start a remodeling project on an older home? You might not know the risk factors inherent in your home’s age. Environmental hazards like lead and asbestos have been proven to cause health issues. So in this video, we’re going to help you understand the basics of both why you…
Beaverton Kitchen Expansion
The owners of this Beaverton home approached our team at Lamont Bros. Design & Construction with a vision to transform their kitchen into a more functional and aesthetically pleasing space.
Good, Better, Best: Flooring Options For Your Home
Choosing the right flooring is just as much about finding a style and material that fits your design preferences as it is about finding something that meets your home’s functional needs. But with so many options, finding the best flooring for your home can be a huge challenge. To better understand your options, it can…
Good Better Best: Choosing Lighting Fixtures For Your Home
When contemplating lighting options available for home renovation and design projects, finding the right ones can be difficult. Homeowners often find themselves navigating a spectrum of choices that range from purely functional to profoundly aesthetic. Understanding the distinctions between “Good, Better, and Best” lighting fixtures can empower homeowners to make informed decisions that align with…
Southeast Portland Basement Remodel
Updated Bedroom & Bathroom Space for Changing Needs The owner of this Southeast Portland home came to us at Lamont Bros. with a clear goal: they wanted to turn their unused, unfinished basement into a comfortable living space. With their partner moving in, they realized the current setup wouldn’t meet the lifestyle needs of two…
Good Better Best: Cabinet & Door Hardware
Although small, cabinet pulls and door handles can have a big impact on the design and functionality of your home. It’s important to carefully consider your options before choosing which products and materials are best for you. To make this decision easier, let’s break down your cabinet and door hardware options in terms of good,…
South Portland Basement Remodel
Finished Basement Family Room & Home Office for A Growing Family After the owners of this South Portland craftsman bungalow home welcomed a new baby, they quickly realized the home they loved was no longer big enough to meet their needs. Rather than move, they decided to hire our team at Lamont Bros. to expand…
Lake Oswego Garage Remodel
Home Gym & Improved Storage Efficiency for the Garage This homeowner in Lake Oswego was tired of their garage being a cluttered dumping ground for various storage needs and decided it was time to remodel. Due to some design challenges, including significant structural changes to the space, the homeowner came to Lamont Bros. for help…
Beaverton Primary Bathroom Remodel
When these Beaverton homeowners approached Lamont Bros. to do a remodel in their primary bathroom, they had several goals in mind. At the heart, they wanted a primary bathroom built specifically for their needs and style.
Northeast Portland Bathroom Addition
Originally built in 1927, this home in Northeast Portland was in desperate need of a bathroom addition. With only one bathroom in the house, the homeowners decided they wanted to add a full bathroom to the upstairs primary suite.
Lake Oswego Custom Tile Shower
WATER LEAK LEADS TO COMPLETE SHOWER RENOVATION When a shower leak on the second floor of this Lake Oswego condo caused water damage to the main floor, it prompted the homeowner to seek the expertise of Lamont Bros. for an urgent repair. This remodel, centered around a custom tile shower, was essential to not only…
Lake Oswego Minimalist Bathroom Remodel
A JOURNEY TO MODERN ELEGANCE IN A UNIQUE HOME This home in Lake Oswego faced an unexpected challenge: a leak had damaged the primary bathroom, prompting the homeowners to seek out Lamont Bros. Design & Construction to renovate and upgrade the space. The primary challenge of this project was integrating new features while maintaining the…
Rose City Park Stairway Remodel
Upgrading A Dangerous Staircase for Safer Basement Access After a dangerous fall down the basement stairs convinced these homeowners it was time to remodel, they hired our team at Lamont Bros. to upgrade their staircase and improve the safety of their basement. The old staircase did not meet construction code regulations, and was so steep…
Can I Remove a Wall During a Kitchen Remodel?
If you’re like many homeowners, you’ve probably spent some time considering how you might improve your kitchen. One question that homeowners often ask when considering a remodel is, “Can I remove a wall to make my kitchen more spacious and functional?” The idea is tempting, especially when you envision a bright, open space where family…
Can I Install Wetwall Shower Wall Panels Over Drywall?
As a relatively new product in the shower market, Wetwall waterproof shower wall panels are an increasingly popular choice for bathroom remodeling. However, when it comes to installation, many homeowners and even contractors are confused about how to install these products properly. Currently, one of the most common questions homeowners ask is whether or not…
Can I Remove a Structural Post in My House?
Structural posts serve an important role in maintaining the integrity of your home, but they can also get in the way. For many homeowners, structural posts make it difficult to use their space the way they want. As a result, many wonder if it’s possible to remove a post from their house. As one of…
What Type of Fireplace is Best for my Remodel?
A fireplace is a warm, inviting feature to have as part of your home. Though not something that is often top of mind during a home renovation, it’s a good idea to consider how a fireplace can affect the design of your remodel. Perhaps there are things about your fireplace you’d like to change. Or…