Looking to add more space or square footage to you home? Looking for an expert to build a dormer addition, or an ADU-Additional Dwelling Unit? You would like some help deciding whether to build up, or build out? Or if a separated ADU would might be best? We can give you the pro’s and con’s so that you are better equipped to make the decision. Our experience and innovative ideas will provide solutions to ease your mind regarding complicated or more challenging builds, and confidence and peace of mind when thinking quality and longevity. Beisa’s Legacy is prepared to go the extra mile and do our best to ensure your happiness and confidence with your Addition/Dormer. Please take time to review the testimonials and see why our clients are calling us the best general contractor they have worked with. Give us a call, or email us, to set up an appointment and get a free estimate for building a ADU/Dormer for your Portland, Portland Metro, home.

Dormers can be a great solution if you are in need of more living space in your home. Maybe you are wanting a couple extra bedrooms or a home office, a dormer addition could be your answer. Building onto your exisiting house, or property, can make for an lengthy process when you are trying to get everything approved. 

Many of  the classic Portland homes that we all know and love just do not have enough space for growing families. One of the best options for those situations is to build up! Before beginning the build process you want to make sure that your new dormer will fit the style of your existing home.  

Beisa’s Legacy is proud to offer a Design+Build process for all of our projects. You will start your project by meeting with our in-house designer that will help you create a vision for your dormer addition. We will make sure that your addition turns into the spaceo of your dreams. Maybe you want a master oasis or a couple extra bedrooms for your growing family, whatever your reasoning for an addition – Beisa’s Legacy will be there to help you every step of the way. Once the design is finalized, our professional crew will be there to  complete your project with the attention to detail you seek.

When adding a dormer to the historical craftsman home you see all around the Portland Metro, you want to make sure that the dormer style you chose will match the style of the home. Our in-house designer will make sure you are chosing the perfect dormer to match your house. You can trust Beisa’s Legacy with all your design and remodeling needs! 

You have probably heard of a mother-in-law suite or garage conversion – the techincal term is accessory dwelling unit (ADU). They have been growing in popularity in the Portland Metro area and there’s no surprise why. According to the City of Portland, “an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a second dwelling unit created on a lot with a house, attached house or manufactured home. The second unit is created auxiliary to, and is smaller than, the main dwelling”. They can be created in many different ways – from an addition to your home, a conversion of a basement or garage or building a brand new structure in your backyard.

Not sure an ADU is for you? Here are some examples of how you could utilize your new addition:

• Building a distraction-free office or workspace that would make working from home even better
• Adding an additional source of income to help pay for mortgage. Countless Portlanders renting out their ADU, whether for short-term vacation rentals or long-term tenants.
• Expanding living space for family to live in. Exactly the reason they are commonly refered to as a ‘mother-in-law suite’.
• Some brave homeowners will even move into an ADU addition and rent out their main house, so they can downsize without giving up their property rights!

Converting your attic or basement is one of the best (and easiest) ways to get more square footage out of your home – because it is already there! Whether you have a dusty attic or a dark, cold basement, there is the potential to create a beautiful space to fit your needs.

Basement Conversion

Unfinished basements are typically something homeowners ignore at all costs, unless they have to go down there to do laundry or fix their water heater. However, basements are full of potential and could create a fantastic space that you would want to spend time in!

The possiblities for your basement conversion are endless. Do your kids need more space to play? Add a downstairs playroom. Or maybe a more adult-friendly space with a bar and wine cellar? One of our favorite ways to transform basement spaces is to turn it into a accessory dwelling unit, which gives you the opporunity to turn your unutilized space into an income property.

The process of converting a basement and making sure it is up to code can be tricky. Our experts here at Beisa’s Legacy can help you with all the aspects – from the estimate, to the design process and throughout the whole build. We will work with you and your vision to create the basement of your dreams! 

Attic Conversion

“Adding up” is a popular choice because you get the extra space you are seeking in your home, without have to alter the foundation or building on any extra space. Just like any remodel, there are obstaces to go around when altering your home, but we have the experience and expertise to help you create a fantastic space. 

Converting your attic is also helpful for your wallet because it will provide full insulation, which will help keep your energy bill low during the summer and winter months. 

The city of Portland has many rules when it comes to converting your attic or basement – which you can read about here. However, the Beisa’s Legacy expert Design+Build team is well aware of these rules, making us the best choice for converting these spaces. We will work with you every step of the way and listen to all of your ideas and concerns. Starting with a meeting with our expert designer and architect (if needed), then once you approve of the plans we can get started on creating your dream space! 

Your bathroom is by far one of the most important rooms in your home. At Beisa’s Legacy Construction, we seek to transform your bathroom into a space where you want to spend time and will be with you every step of the way. Our Design+Build team has years of experience with every step of your remodel. Whether you are looking to restore a historically-accurate bathroom or build a luxurious master bathroom additon, Beisa’s Legacy will work with you to create the space of your dreams. 

You will start your project meeting with our in-house designer that will help you create a vision for your bathroom. There are so many amazing features and pieces that could go into bathrooms, our designer will help you narrow down those options – from fixtures to flooring to storage options! After the design is finalized, our professional crew will be there to  complete your project with the attention to detail you seek.

Not sure if you are ready for a bathroom remodel? Here are a few reasons why it might be time to upgrade:

• It is common in the older Craftsman homes that are all across the Portland Metro to only have one bathroom. Adding an additional bathroom could help solve many space and time issues your family might be having.
• Design trends are ever changing, and the changes in bathroom styles is greater than most other rooms in your house. Make sure your home is up-to-date with design trends by upgrading your bathroom.
• Most homeowners think about upgrading their bathroom when it comes time to sell their home. Bathroom remodels provide one of the biggested return on investments compared to the rest of the home.

Beisa’s Legacy has experience, innovative ideas and is looking to be the #1 in customer service within our industry. That’s why it’s a good idea to check us out and see why many of our clients are calling us the best general contractor they have worked with. 

We can provide our experience in construction to help you design a new kitchen that is not only elegant but efficient. Kitchen remodels can be overwhelming, especially if you don’t know where to start. Maybe you are looking to create more space, more cabinet and shelving, or maybe you want to update your kitchen? Using our Design+Build process, our in-house designer can help you decide on every aspect of your new kitchen – from layout to finishes. Beisa’s Legacy is prepared to go the extra mile and do our best to ensure your happiness and confidence with your new kitchen.

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1. FUNCTION
   You want a kitchen that works well for you and your family. The reasons are individual, but may include room for two cooks, a computer station, or a walk-in pantry. Our kitchen designers can work with you to design a kitchen that addresses your needs and complements your lifestyle.
   

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2. INTERACTION
   A newly designed kitchen can increase your interaction with others. When you open up the kitchen to other rooms, like family rooms, you won’t feel isolated when preparing meals. You can be in your kitchen and still be part of the action. A new island can be a comfortable place for late-night chats with teens.
   

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3. SAFETY
   Unfortunately, many household accidents occur in the kitchen. You can upgrade the safety of this much-used room to reduce the risks of accidents and make it as safe as possible. For example, your kitchen designer can discuss layouts with you that will lessen the risk of bumping into others with hot food or water. Countertop heights can be modified to reduce back strain. Green materials can be utilized to improve indoor air quality.
   

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4. STORAGE & ORGANIZATION
   A well-designed kitchen remodel can greatly increase your storage space and ability to keep organized. More importantly, our kitchen designers can incorporate the right mix of storage solutions that are uniquely important to you and your family.
   

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5. ENTERTAINING
   Many people love entertaining, but find that everyone always ends up in their too small kitchen. Sometimes the kitchen is too small and an addition will make a world of difference. Other times the kitchen is just poorly laid out and you can remodel within the existing footprint to achieve your goals. You’ll be excited to entertain and show off your beautiful new kitchen!
   

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6. RESALE
   According to realtors, the kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the house to potential buyers. A beautiful kitchen can often mean the difference between a quick sale and a home that lingers on the market. Remodeling Magazine’s “2007 Cost vs. Value Report” shows that a kitchen remodel can return 86% of it’s cost upon resale. Meanwhile, you get to live in and enjoy a beautiful kitchen while you are there for only 14% of the cost!
   

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7. STYLE
   You enjoy beautiful things and appreciate good design and you want your kitchen to reflect that about you. Our kitchen designers can work with you to identify your style and sort through the extensive array of materials and finishes to design a kitchen that uniquely expresses you.
   

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DRYWALL

Do you have drywall that needs to be repaired? Or have you started a DYI remodel project and now need a professional to hang, tape, and texture a wall or two? Beisa’s Legacy is a general contractor with and expertise in drywall. Our drywall crew has over 12 years’ experience and can do smooth, orange peel, knockdown, or whichever texture you need. Many do not realize the texture on your wall is an important design feature. A smooth texture gives off a high end look while the classic orange peel texture along can give off a warm feeling (especially when paint sheen is considered). No matter how small or big your drywall job is , Beisa’s Legacy is eager to show you our quick and quality drywall design and install skills.

See some examples of some of the most common drywall texture options.