Our Construction Blog | Design & Planning

The Call of the Outdoors A misty morning in the Pacific Northwest carries a kind of quiet beauty—the sound of light rain on cedar, the soft glow of filtered light through clouds, ...

As time goes on, the way we live in our homes naturally evolves. The spaces that once worked perfectly may not suit your needs as effortlessly today, which can present an ...

Your primary suite is more than just a bedroom—it’s where your mornings begin and your evenings wind down. It’s the space where you prepare to face the world, and where you return ...

I recently sat down with Jennifer Myers of J. Myers + Associates to chat about kitchen design (Image above by J. Myers). Like most people, we started with the fun stuff—colors, ...

Reimagining What Your Basement Could Be In many older homes across Salem, Portland, and the Willamette Valley, basements were never designed for living. They were dug out for ...

Imagine a family moving into a home they’re excited about—one with character, potential, and enough space to grow into. But soon, they realize the layout doesn’t quite work. The ...

You’ve been picturing your ideal kitchen, bathroom, or living space for years—waiting for the “perfect” moment to make it happen. But here’s the truth: life rarely hands us a ...

A Home That Isn’t Working Anymore Imagine you’ve loved your house for years—but lately, it just isn’t working the way it used to. The kitchen feels cramped. The bathroom is dated ...

Remodeling your home is an exciting journey towards creating a space that perfectly suits your needs. While the thought of renovating can be exhilarating, it often raises a ...

Contrary to the common practice, we do not provide “free estimates” for your remodeling project. Why? Because we’re not just here to build houses; we’re here to build trusted ...

At Kraft Custom Construction, we have been proudly serving the Salem, Portland, and surrounding markets for over 40 years. Our reputation as a trusted partner in home remodeling ...

How do you remodel a historic home for modern living? Thoughtfully, carefully, creatively, and collaboratively. Homeowners often purchase a historical home due to its charm and ...

The history of most homes likely includes a remodeling project or two. Some homeowners tackle projects as a need arises, while others have a vision and plan for all the changes ...

Built to Last From design concept to final construction, details matter, and attention to detail makes a home built to last. Michael Skindrud and Marilyn Essex understand this ...

Word on the street travels fast when a neighbor has a good, or a bad, home remodeling experience. The friends and family network will have a quality contractor working at every ...

Demo days often bring an air of excitement to the job site. For homeowners, it signals the beginning of long-awaited change and the first major step in project progress. However, ...

Embarking on a custom Salem home remodeling project is a significant undertaking. This endeavor requires meticulous planning to ensure your space not only looks aesthetically ...

Most kitchens are the center of homes. It is a key place to connect with others, share a meal, and entertain. It’s a room where relationships with friends and family can grow. A ...

As a homeowner, you strive to create a living space that reflects your personal style, meets our evolving needs, and withstands the test of time. The thought of renovating your ...

When planning a home remodeling in Salem, it's important to consider your current needs, as well as how they may evolve with time. Families grow, lifestyles change, and people ...

Planning a kitchen remodel requires a lot of decision-making. Will you need to expand your space? What type of layouts should you consider? How much storage will you need? What ...

Bathroom tile options seem endless when you’re trying to choose the perfect material for your bathroom remodel. Researching online or scanning through magazines can feel ...

Your countertops will make up a large part of your kitchen’s style. Beyond its looks, you’ll also want to consider its performance, like durability and maintenance. Choose the ...

It seems that every month offers more and more new home design trends that are all too tempting to try in your own home. Some are quite the commitment while others are little ...

A whole home remodel may sound like an intimidating experience, especially if you’ve not experienced Salem home remodeling before. Questions about cost, what’s possible, and how ...

A kitchen remodel is one of the largest investments you can make in updating your home, so you might be worried about your kitchen feeling dated in only a few years after the ...

One reason to remodel your kitchen is to get rid of the old or on–their-way-out trends that are detracting from your space.

The first question on the mind of every bathroom-remodeling homeowner is, “How much is this going to cost?”

When upgrading an outdated bathroom or moving into a new one, the last thing you want to do is utilize trends that will go out of style in a year or two.

You know you want to remodel your kitchen in Salem, Oregon. One look around at your cluttered, depressing cooking-and-cleaning zone confirms it. But before you can take your ...

The key to choosing the best professionals for your custom build or home remodeling in Salem, OR, is understanding your options — and design-build is one of your best options.

You're ready for a whole home remodel. There's only one question holding you back:

Figuring out how much you'd like to invest is one of the first matters of business in remodeling your Salem bathroom. It's not always a fun step, but it's a necessary one. Without ...

The cost and scale of your kitchen remodeling project go hand in hand. The more extensive the scope of your project, the more expensive it is, and vice versa. Before you get too ...

The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) is pleased to announce that Robert Kraft of Kraft Custom Construction has recently achieved the prestigious Certified ...