Curated Home & Life — VanderBeken Blog
How to Furnish Your Newly Remodeled Traditional-Style Kitchen
Choosing the right furnishings for your newly remodeled traditional kitchen can feel both exciting and daunting. While cabinetry, countertops, and flooring set the stage, the furnishings you choose help shape how the space feels and functions day to day. Beyond...
Furnishing Ideas That Elevate Your Modern Kitchen Remodel
Modern kitchen design is all about simplicity, functionality, and clean aesthetics. And while it’s easy to focus heavily on countertops and cabinetry during a kitchen remodel, it's the furnishings that can really make or break how the heart of your home looks, feels,...
Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Furnishing Ideas That Elevate Your Remodel
Where Form Meets Function in Kitchen Design Mid-century modern design is defined by its clean lines, organic forms, and minimal ornamentation. It swaps fussy details for geometric simplicity and has been a popular décor style in the United States since its post-war...
Popular Kitchen Styles in Mill Creek WA Homes Today
Mill Creek, WA, combines modern residential living with rugged natural beauty. Popular kitchen styles in our area reflect this blend of suburban comfort and Pacific Northwest influence. In this article, our team of design-build experts looks at what to consider when...
Summer Kitchen Design Ideas to Elevate Everyday Living
Bringing Vacation Energy into the Heart of the Home Summer is a season that naturally draws people into the kitchen, whether it's preparing fresh meals, entertaining guests, or transitioning between indoor and outdoor living spaces. With the right design, even a dated...
How to Prepare for a Kitchen Remodel — What Homeowners Forget (Until It’s Too Late)
Kitchen remodels are exciting, but they also temporarily disrupt daily life in ways many homeowners underestimate. It’s easy to focus on cabinets, layouts and finishes while overlooking the practical logistics that shape your day-to-day experience during construction....
How to Remodel for Better Views: Bringing the Outdoors In for Everett Homeowners
Why Outdoor Views Matter in Modern Home Design The stunningly beautiful landscapes of the Pacific Northwest are one of Everett’s greatest assets. Yet inside many homes, this beauty feels distant, often hidden from view by poorly optimized structures and layouts....
Why the Right Kitchen Layout Matters for Edmonds Families
Many Edmonds-area homes were built with compartmentalized kitchens designed for a different era—spaces that feel closed off and struggle to support today’s family life. Between meal prep, homework at the counter, casual gatherings and entertaining, modern families...
Inspiring Before and After Bathroom Remodels in the Pacific Northwest
There's a story behind every bathroom, especially in a home that's been lived in for decades. At VanderBeken Remodel, we believe high-quality design and craftsmanship should be executed by one team to completely reshape how your bathroom feels, functions, and supports...
How to Remodel Your Kitchen for Holiday Hosting
Imagine the scent of roasted chicken, cinnamon, and herbs filling the air, laughter echoing through the halls, and moving through a kitchen designed perfectly for making holiday cuisines. When your space functions as beautifully as it looks, you know you're ready to...
Real-Life Pacific NW Kitchen Transformations to Inspire Your Remodel
A kitchen remodel has the power to transform how the heart of your home feels, functions, and contributes to your lifestyle. The change can be significant in a wonderful way, turning an outdated layout into a space where people want to come together. In this article,...
How Much Does Historic Home Restoration Cost in Snohomish County?
How Much Does Restoring Historic Homes Cost? The cost of a full historic home restoration can vary widely and depends on several factors—including the home’s age and condition, the extent of structural or system updates needed, custom design requirements, and the...