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Custom Storage

A Wall of Custom Storage

By Andrew Young //

A full wall of modern custom storage in stained alder with adjoining desk, wine storage and bright painted inserts for a hit of color  Painted inserts are removable to change the color or mix up the look.  Designed by Introspecs Interior Design.

Wainscoting

Wainscoting Done Right

By Andrew Young //

We added paneled wainscoting to the long entry hall of this single level home. It helped break up the tall ceilings and created a lot of visual interest and contrast. Tips on Wainscoting Paneled wainscoting looks best when it’s done correctly and not on the cheap. Using true rail and stile construction, removing the sheetrock […]

Staircase Overhaul Before After Photos

A Sophisticated Staircase Remodel

By Andrew Young //

A full staircase remodel transitioned this Bethany area entryway stairway to stained oak treads, new painted skirt boards & risers.  Custom stained oak box newels with iron balusters completes the look.  A sophisticated overhaul that updates this early 90’s home to a modern look. Looking for Staircase Solutions? We’re happy to help you find the […]

Staircase Skirt Boards

What a Difference Stair Skirt Boards Make

By Andrew Young //

What a difference stair skirt boards make! This Tualatin staircase got a complete overhaul that included new skirt boards, full treads and tread caps plus a whole new balustrade with custom box newels and stained oak rail.  The new look is clean, crisp, sophisticated and makes a great first impression as you walk in the […]

Before & After Built-Ins Around Fireplace

Built-Ins Around Fireplace Mantel

By Andrew Young //

After installing a new wood burning stove and elevated hearth, the owner of this Irvington home wanted a wall of custom built-ins to finish out the fireplace space. Young & Son worked with the homeowners to design, build and install a full wall of hutch style storage with a connecting mantel. A New Wall of Built-Ins […]

Before & After Staircase Remodel

Bungalow Staircase Remodel

By Andrew Young //

A compact entry way staircase in a turn-of-the-century SE portland home gets much needed staircase remodel. Once slated to be torn down to make way for the ill-fated Mt. Hood Highway, this charming 2-story bungalow’s stairs were in rough shape. The new look includes: White oak treads with stained oak handrail and newel cap Painted […]

The Role of the Stair Builder

By Andrew Young //

Nothing spoils a nice suit more than a lousy pair of shoes. This was one of the sage bits of advice my great grandfather imparted to me. Outside the odd wedding, funeral or fancy date night, I have little occasion to follow it. Suits — nice or otherwise —  just aren’t practical in our business. […]

Rasement Remodel Before and After

Basement Remodel: From Scary to Sunny

By Andrew Young //

We can’t think of a better way to launch our blog than to share with you a recent Young & Son woodwork project that was featured in the Oregonian’s Home & Garden section! A dramatic basement overhaul packed with tons of custom cabinetry, built-ins, stairs and more. The basement was quite typical for a house of […]