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For Homeowners, finding inspiration for the design of a new kitchen or remodel is the most important step of the project. Most of us plan to live in these spaces for decades to come. That requires that we love the design from start to finish. This week we explore four brilliant Design and Remodel teams that will inspire and maybe even compel you to hire them for your next remodel project.

Dendra Doors focusses on making an amazing selection of custom doors for IKEA cabinets. Of course, the custom cabinet door options we’ve curated are inspired by a ton of classic and modern design elements that surround cabinetry. We know you can’t really justify the expense of custom cabinet doors if they don’t blend in or stand out in the way you and your Designer intended.

In this post we showcase a number of the talented & experienced Designers and Contractors that we’ve worked with a lot over the years. We are proud to consider these skilled, renowned Designers a part of the Dendra Doors team.

ABC Modern

Aubrey & Craig at ABC Modern has been working with us for quite a few years. They have be Designing and Remodeling homes in the Seattle Metro area since 2008 and they have definitely made there mark. Not only have Aubrey & Craig redesigned over 90 stunningly beautiful homes in and around Seattle, they have experience that extends beyond ABC Modern.

ABC Modern are talented and innovative with the materials they use and how that informs their designs. They have both Designed and lead teams of Designers in both Commercial and Residential developments for years. Between Aubrey & Craig’s portfolios, if you have been to Seattle in the last 10 years you’ve likely seen some of their work. Just check out their resumes:

Aubrey Davis Resume

  • 2022 – Built a prefabricated construction program for Starbucks Coffee Company.
  • 2021 – Completed a run of three residential flips totaling over $1M in net profit.
  • 2017 – Managed the restructure of the scopes of work used by Starbucks Architecture and Engineering consultants across the United States, Canada, Latin America, and Asia.
  • 2015 – Managed design and construction of a flagship design/build center for one of the world’s largest aerospace companies.
  • 2014 – Managed the design and construction of a flagship aerospace sales gallery using highly unorthodox materials and methods.
  • 2008 – Founded Aubrey Design, a residential remodeling studio that rose to the top Seattle’s market in only five years while remodeling over 90 homes.
Maple Leaf Project hall bath elevations. For Homeowners, finding inspiration for the design of a new kitchen or remodel is the most important step of the project. Most of us plan to live in these spaces for decades to come. That requires that we love the design from start to finish. This week we explore four brilliant Design and Remodel teams that will inspire and maybe even compel you to hire them for your next remodel project.

Craig Carney Resume

  • 2021 – Completed a run of three residential flips totaling over $1M in net profit.
  • 2019 – Worked on Seattle’s first cross laminated timber buildings.
  • 1999 – 2020 – Owned and operated his own residential design practice for over 20 years.
  • 2017 – Earned State of Washing Architectural License
  • 2013 – Lead commercial design work for key clients like PACCAR, for whom he designed the PACCAR Parts flagship distribution center.
  • 2002 – 2013 Lead the design team at Estate Homes for over ten years and designed hundreds of homes for clients across Western Washington.
  • 1995 – Craig has an understanding of architecture that is based in hands-on field experience which started with the summers he spent working in the field for his father’s construction company
Magnolia before and after. For Homeowners, finding inspiration for the design of a new kitchen or remodel is the most important step of the project. Most of us plan to live in these spaces for decades to come. That requires that we love the design from start to finish. This week we explore four brilliant Design and Remodel teams that will inspire and maybe even compel you to hire them for your next remodel project.

We recently interviewed Aubrey Davis and discussed her experience and Design & Planning recommendations for Homeowners. Taking a look at her Simple Stick Wallpaper line you get the idea that ABC knows a lot about Interior Design. Not only are ABC Modern immensely skilled, they are next-level helpful with their Design Brief course. In their course they help Homeowners prepare for any size remodel or build project.

HS Design Studio

Jeff, North of the Border at HS Design Studio, is a new addition to our network. Seeing the work he does and how informative he is to his clients and audience, we’re happy to have him on our team. Jeff was raised by DIYers and couldn’t escape learning how to repair, build, and design. Jeff a practical and inspiring, PhD wielding Designer from Canada that we love working with.

Before making a career in Designing and Renovating homes, Jeff completed his undergrad in Microbiology and earned his PhD in Immunology. While attending University he bought his first home, a charming fixer-upper, starting him on his current career trajectory. Jeff’s love of science, coupled with his DIY nature, led to him starting the Homestud DIY community on YouTube. Science: the foundation of what is practical and accurate. DIY: what is cost & time effective, as well as personalized.

The Homestud channel & community are centered around inspired & cost-effective solutions to Homeowner’s needs for a fresh look & improved functionality. We can definitely relate. Jeff has produced many informative & insightful videos for Do It Yourself Homeowners. The Homestud channel covers full remodel/renovation projects and single subjects: kitchen remodel color themes, the importance of kitchen window placement in kitchen design, kitchen backsplash selection, product reviews, and more.

Whether you’re a DIYer or a homeowner looking for info and inspiration, Jeff produces informative content that can help prepare you for your project. HS Design Studio have completed numerous inspiring renovations and remodels all across Canada. If you’re looking for a Designer & Contractor, or you’re curious about more of their finished projects beyond their video content, take a look at the HS Design Studio Blog.

Hive Kitchen Remodeling

Hive Kitchen Remodeling are a husband & wife team that recently relocated to Seattle. Even though Paula & Marius are new to Dendra Doors, they have extensive experience designing, customizing, and installing IKEA Kitchens. When asked to introduce themselves to the area and our fans, they had this to say:

Hive Kitchen Remodeling 4. Inspiring Interior Designers.

“We are Paula and Marius, a wife and husband team working harmoniously to provide exquisite but affordable Ikea kitchen installation and renovation services. We strive to embody the spirit of our new home, the beautiful Puget Sound region: agreeable, kind, cosmopolitan, and trailblazing. We’re not just a general contracting company; we are a family, dedicated heart and soul to every detail of every project.

Hive Kitchen Remodeling 3. Inspiring Interior Designers.

We restore houses, change the destinies of homes and help restore neighborhoods. Our hands-on involvement ensures a smooth transition from architectural plans to rigorously implementing every aspect of a remodeling and construction project. On top of Ikea cabinet installation, 3-D designs, measurements, and kitchen planning, we offer complete general contracting services to our customers.

Hive Kitchen Remodeling. Inspiring Interior Designers.

Our broad experience with Ikea kitchens makes us the best team for your kitchen remodeling project. We have worked extensively with Ikea cabinetry taking kitchen design and installation to an artistic level. We have vast experience working with makers of custom fronts like DENDRA DOORS. Our European background made us instantly love the modular flexibility of an Ikea kitchen. From the initial discussion followed by professional 3D designs and choice of materials, you can rely on our experience to help you every step of the way. Your house will never be in better hands with Hive Kitchen Remodeling.”

John Webb Construction & Design

We’ve covered how John Webb launched Dendra Doors back in 2014, but he still would have earned a spot on this list. In the early stages of John’s career he worked at an Architecture & Design Firm where he developed a love for Design. While John excels at structural and exterior work, once he gets into residential Interior Design he is right at home.

If his love of Radiant Heat flooring is any indication John always strives to balance form and function in his work. As the costs of materials increases John stays focussed on finding cost effective options that provide that form and function. From repurposed materials to cutting edge technology, the JWC&D team provides innovative solutions for every Homeowner’s design goals.

Interior Designers for a Day

Whether or not you consider yourself a bit of an artist or not you wouldn’t be here if interior design didn’t impact you. A great way to start towards developing color palettes and design elements you would present to Interior Designers, is to immerse yourself in a bit of that world yourself.

Of course, you can get on YouTube, Pinterest, Houzz, and many other platforms to start surfing. Though, nothing beats seeing real, inspiring Interior Design in 3D.

1) Look up Tour of Homes for your area. No matter where you are there will always be homes for sale and some version of a regional Homebuilders Association. The Designers & Builders in your area put their best foot forward with the homes featured in these tours.

2) Visit Open House showings in your area and neighboring areas. Often, Tour of Homes are limited to a couple weekends during the Summer. If that’s too far off or those homes don’t inspire you, visit any and all open houses to gather up ideas. Like the Tour of Homes these homes are cleaned up and staged by Contractors & Vendors in your area.

3) Hit Construction & Design Trade Shows. Just like with Tour of Homes there will be Construction & Design Trade Shows wherever there are Convention Centers. At the Trade Show you will find top of the line materials, technology, and design trends as well as industry leaders and guest appearances from trendsetters.

For instance, every year the National Association of Home Builders holds what is called the International Builders Show. It is filled with top of the line exhibits of innovations that will shape how residential and commercial construction is accomplished for years to come.

Accompanying every International Builders Show is the New American Home which always showcases talent and innovations that are unveiled at that year’s Builders Show.

Plenty of what you find when get out on your search for design inspiration can seem like it’s out of reach or other-worldly. Though, it’s best to look for individual elements that speak to you. Let yourself explore and enjoy seeing how others pieced together homes and spaces they found pride in. Once you find the colors, shapes, aesthetics that speak to you, you will find yourself surprised at just how random design inspiration can end up being.

Written by Todd Zimmerman

Producer of the John Webbccast

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