Running out of space but love your home? A custom home addition can give you the room you need — without the hassle of moving. At Kraft Custom Construction, we’ve been designing and building seamless home additions in the Willamette Valley, Oregon for homeowners since 1982. Whether you’re expanding your kitchen, adding a new bedroom suite, or creating more space for family living, we deliver thoughtful design, trusted craftsmanship, and a smooth process from start to finish.
Our home addition services include:
- Master suites and guest bedrooms
- Expanded kitchens and dining areas
- Family rooms and living space extensions
- Second-story additions
- Sunrooms and creative flex spaces
- Structural updates for seamless integration
With so many possibilities for expanding your home, the next step is exploring why a well-planned addition can be one of the most rewarding improvements you can make—for both your daily living and your home’s future.
Why Build a Home Addition?
Adding space to your home can solve practical challenges while also enhancing comfort and value.
Expand Your Lifestyle
- Create room for a growing family or multi-generational living
- Add entertainment or gathering spaces for family and friends
- Design dedicated rooms for hobbies, work, or wellness
Stay in the Home You Love
- Avoid the stress and expense of moving
- Keep your community, schools, and neighborhood ties
- Blend old and new seamlessly with custom design
Increase Property Value
- Home additions bring significant lived value to you and your family, and add to resale value
- Modernized layouts and extra square footage appeal to buyers
- High-quality, seamless craftsmanship ensures long-term returns
Our Home Addition Process
At Kraft Custom Construction, our design-build process makes your home addition project straightforward and enjoyable. We focus on collaboration, clear communication, and minimal disruption to your daily life.
Our proven step-by-step process includes:
- Meet – Discuss your goals, vision, and desired investment rage for the addition
- Exploration – Evaluate your home and outline design concepts with preliminary costs
- Design – Create detailed construction drawings, layouts, and finish selections
- Walk-Through – Bring in trade partners to confirm scope and accurate pricing
- Proposal – Present a clear and detailed fixed-price construction agreement
- Pre-Construction – Secure permits, order materials, and finalize the schedule
- Construction – Build your addition with meticulous craftsmanship and peace of mind project management
- Post-Construction – Conduct a final walkthrough, deep clean, and deliver warranty-backed work
A clear process sets the foundation, but the team behind it is what truly shapes your experience. With Kraft, you gain a partner who brings integrity, expertise, and genuine care to every stage of your home addition.
The Kraft Custom Construction Difference
Not all additions are created equal — the difference is in the details. With over 40 years of experience, Kraft Custom Construction specializes in additions that feel seamless, intentional, and beautifully integrated with your existing home.
Why homeowners choose us for additions:
- Family-owned, woman-led, trusted locally since 1982
- Licensed, insured, and respected across Oregon
- Expertise in complex and architecturally sensitive projects
- Transparent pricing and honest communication
- Strong reputation with repeat clients and generational referrals
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Trusted by Homeowners Like You
From thoughtful design to skilled craftsmanship, our clients consistently share the difference our approach makes. Browse their reviews below.
Hearing directly from our clients offers a clear picture of what it’s like to work with us — the communication, the craftsmanship, and the care we bring to every home. As you continue exploring, take a look at some of the additions we’ve created. Each project shows how thoughtful design and skilled construction can expand comfort, function, and daily enjoyment.
See Our Work
From spacious family room expansions in Salem to elegant master suite additions in Portland, our portfolio shows how well-designed additions can transform both comfort and lifestyle.
Fairmount Hills Whole-Home Remodel
In this Fairmount Hills home, the addition focused on expanding cooking and living space while improving comfort and flow. New square footage was thoughtfully integrated into the existing layout, creating a seamless connection that supports everyday living and allows the home to function more comfortably over time.
How can an addition expand living space while still feeling cohesive and intentional?
Mid-Century Modern Remodel
This mid-century home addition expanded the footprint to better support daily living and professional use. A rear studio with a private entrance was carefully integrated, creating flexible space that feels connected to the existing home while allowing for privacy and separation when needed.
What does it look like when a home addition is designed to truly support how you live and work?
Fairmount Hills Cottage Restoration
In this Fairmount Hills cottage, the addition was carefully designed to expand living space while respecting the home’s original scale and character. New square footage was thoughtfully integrated, allowing the home to function more comfortably while preserving the charm and proportions that define the cottage.
How can an addition improve comfort in a cottage while staying true to its original architecture?
home additions Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a home addition take?
Most home additions take anywhere from 4–6+ months of construction, depending on size and complexity. Planning and permitting occur beforehand.
Do I need a permit for a home addition?
Yes. Almost all home additions require permits. Our team manages the permitting process to ensure compliance with local building departments.
What’s the cost of a home addition in the Salem or Portland area?
The cost varies based on size, scope, and finishes. Small additions often start around $150,000, while larger projects (like multi-room or second-story additions) can exceed $250,000. We provide accurate pricing during the exploration phase.
Can you match my home’s existing style?
Absolutely. We specialize in seamless integration, ensuring your addition blends architecturally and aesthetically with the rest of your home.
Will I be able to live in my home during the addition project?
Often, yes. Depending on the scope, you may remain in your home while work is underway. We prioritize minimizing disruptions and maintaining a safe, clean site.
Ready to Expand Your Home?
A well-designed addition is more than extra space — it’s a way to create the home you’ve always wanted, without leaving the one you love. With Kraft Custom Construction, you’ll enjoy a collaborative process and results built to last.

