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The Creekside Blog
Practical guidance on custom home building, remodeling, and design from Oregon's trusted design-build team
5 Moving Day Mistakes You Must Avoid to Keep Your Sanity
A perfectly executed move, if it does exist, would still be fraught with a decent amount of stress. While the larger concept of moving represents new chances, new experiences, and new prospects – all ...
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Bathroom Remodeling Ideas That Increase Property Value
Bathrooms are one of the most popular choices for home renovations, as returns are consistently high and the project can be as large of an undertaking as you’re comfortable with. Below, we’ll cover th...
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Building a New Home: Fixed Price or Cost-Plus Contract?
You’re inching closer from the dream to the reality of building a custom home. You have purchased the lot and you’ve narrowed down your budget. The next hurdle, to find the right builder. This person ...
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Cambridge-Southwestern Design, Creekside Homes Custom Home Builder
Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4 Garage: 3 Fruit Room: 79 sq.ft. Lower Level: 1,735 sq.ft. Main Level: 1,853 sq.ft. Total: 3,667 sq.ft. Know what you can afford before you begin. For the past eighteen years, ...
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Charming Craftsman Home Design Oregon
Enjoy the stars and stay warm as you sit by the fire on the stone paver patio. Energy efficiency is taken care of with solar panels on the south-facing roof. The exterior of the home stands out with g...
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Choosing Perfect Home Colors
Ready to talk about your project? Reach out to Creekside Homes — we'll give you an honest assessment of what's involved and how we can help.
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COVID-19 Sixty Day Plan
Dear clients, future clients, and friends of Creekside Homes, As social distancing continues to evolve due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we wanted to give an update on how Creekside Homes is protecting ou...
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Creekside Homes of Oregon Awarded Best of Houzz 2022
Ready to talk about your project? Reach out to Creekside Homes — we'll give you an honest assessment of what's involved and how we can help.
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Custom Home Builder & Designer, Should I Build or Buy
[Should I build or buy] Creating an open and airy, great room.
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Custom Home Builder, Do I have to like my Builder?
You’ve done the research, you’ve found the most Competent Builder you can find. You’ve seen their work, you’ve interviewed their previous clients and they have a great reputation. Yet, you’re unsure...
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Custom Home Builder, Finding a Competent Builder
Before shovel meets dirt on your new custom home, finding a competent builder needs to take precedence. There are many moving parts to consider when building a brand new construction. You’ll want so...
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Custom Home Builder, Which comes first, the Builder or Designer?
Which comes first, the builder or designer? Sounds a bit like the chicken before the egg scenario. However, prior to building your custom home, you have a very important question to ask yourself. Do...
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Design Your New Home With Resale in Mind
Who thinks about resale value when building a home? While it may seem odd for a person who’s building a new home to think about selling it, it’s important to address what you want and what the market ...
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Don’t Even Begin Designing Your Home Until You’ve Done This!
There is an ancient proverb that says, “Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Will he not first sit down and estimate the cost to see if he has enough money to complete it?” I suppose it’s becaus...
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Don’t Start Designing Your Home Until You’ve Done This!
There is an ancient proverb that says, “Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Will he not first sit down and estimate the cost to see if he has enough money to complete it?” I suppose it’s becaus...
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Gorgeous Transitional Home Design/Build Wine Country
This magnificent 4,075 square foot wine country home located just outside the City of McMinnville, and boasts 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a 3-car garage. As you enter, your eye is immediately drawn...
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Home Design, Build, Remodel Your Kitchen and Bath
Breathtaking views deserve to be well-framed! This spacious, open floor plan, is molded into the site, making the best of its position and serving up varied views and vistas of the surrounding territo...
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How to Get the Most Value for Your Money on Your Custom Home
Where should you spend your money to get the most value on your custom home? Building a home is probably one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make, and it is crucial to put your money where you ...
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Multi-Family Building Construction Project
This multi-family construction project started with the removal of existing trailers and trees to prep the site. We worked with the client to design a new building that would maximize the income poten...
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Oregon Custom Homes
Your home should fit your life, not the other way around. Whether you’re an executive, a professional, or someone with a clear vision for their space, we’re here to listen and bring that vision to lif...
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Oregon Home Remodeling Services
At Creekside Homes, we specialize in transforming houses into homes that work. Located in McMinnville, Oregon, we proudly serve homeowners in Greater Portland and the surrounding areas with exceptional home re...
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Q&A - How Long To Build A New Home Or Remodel
What is the typical timeline for my project? So I’m going to break this down and this is going to include all the different types of projects that we do. So just follow along here. But the first thing...
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Q&A - How Much Do Change Orders Cost
What is our policy on change orders? Because we have a very comprehensive design-build process, we expect, and often see, that our clients don’t need very many change orders. The reason for this is th...
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Q&A - How Much Does It Cost To Build A New Home, or Remodel Your Existing Home.
Question: What will my project cost? Custom Home Builder Answer: This is an important question. So, let me go over some typical price range expectations with you. If you’re looking at a master bathroo...
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Q&A - Why A Contingency Home Loan?
Ready to talk about your project? Reach out to Creekside Homes — we'll give you an honest assessment of what's involved and how we can help.
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Q&A - Why Schedule A Job Site Visit With Your Builder
Know what you can afford before you begin. For the past eighteen years, Creekside Homes has been building magnificent, custom-designed homes for clients in Greater Portland and Northwest Ore...
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Q&A: Why Are Written Home Construction Specifications Important?
Q&A – Why Are Written Specs Important We have written home design and custom construction specs, and we have all this process designed around the specs because we have to keep clear communication. Whe...
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Spacious Transitional Home Design in Oregon
This impressive 3,305 square foot home on 4.72 acres in Polk County, takes full advantage of the stunning land it sits on and features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and, a 3-car garage. The exterior of th...
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Stunning Oregon Wine Country Home Remodel
Watch The Video ## Stunning Oregon Wine Country Home Remodel This stunning wine country remodeled home in the Willamette Valley underwent an extensive interior renovation by Creekside Homes. We worke...
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The Dreaded Home Design Flaw...send us video clips!
Know what you can afford before you begin. For the past eighteen years, Creekside Homes has been building magnificent, custom-designed homes for clients in Greater Portland and Northwest Ore...
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Top Considerations for Building a Custom Home in Portland, OR
Building a custom home in Portland, Oregon, with Creekside Homes is an exciting opportunity to create a space perfectly tailored to your needs and preferences, leveraging our expertise in designing an...
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Value Proposition 3 Steps to 5 Stars!
At Creekside Homes, we have worked hard to set our company apart from the competition. We have done this by pursuing and offering a five-star experience for each and every one of our clients. We seek ...
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Welcome to Art Class! Create a Custom Home Notebook
Now you get to have some fun! While you continue to dream about the possibilities for your new custom home, let’s create a “Custom Home Notebook.” Gather some magazines and tear out pictures of feature...
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Where Should I Spend My Home Build Money?
Making the choice to build a custom home can be one of life’s most rewarding adventures. Of course, a house is more than just a structure. It’s an extension of who you are. It’s the place you ...
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Willamette Valley Design, Creekside Homes Custom Builder
Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 4.5 Garage: 2 Main Level: 3,407 sq.ft. Upper Level: 2,135sq.ft. Total: 5,542 sq.ft.
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How Much Does It Cost to Build a Custom Home in Oregon (2026 Guide)
The real cost of building a custom home in Oregon depends on your site, your design, and the decisions you make along the way. Here's what to expect in 2026 — from land preparation to final finishes.
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Building a Custom Home in Oregon Wine Country: What You Need to Know
Oregon wine country isn't just a destination — it's where people build lives. Here's what to know about building a custom home in Yamhill County, from land selection to design considerations unique to this region.
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Design-Build vs. General Contractor: Which Is Right for Your Custom Home?
Choosing between a design-build firm and a general contractor is one of the most important decisions you'll make when building a custom home. Here's how they differ — and why it matters.
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Best Areas to Build a Custom Home Near Portland, Oregon
Thinking about building a custom home in the Portland metro area? Here's an honest look at the best communities for custom builds — from wine country towns to suburban favorites — and what each offers.
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