Monday, October 5, 2009
Official Web Site!
The Tiek Built Homes official Web site is up and running! Click on the link below and check it out.
Tiek Built Homes Official Site
Tiek Built Homes Official Site
Saturday, October 3, 2009
Vintage Bathroom Take 2
If you haven't noticed already, I'm a big fan of turn-of-the-century style bathrooms. This bathroom is my 2nd attempt at this type of bathroom with a less than $5,000 budget. I like this paint color a lot more than the green we put in our bathroom. This color is Silver Sage from Restoration Hardware.
The bathroom started out as a standard master bath built in the 90's. It was small, had a worn out looking shower surround, linoleum, and a insignificant vanity.
Initially, the homeowners wanted to put a tub in here. After marking it all out there just wasn't enough room to make it work comfortably. We kept the same layout but switched the vanity with the toilet, that way the vanity was on the side with more room. We also put in a bigger shower base and tiled the walls and floor. Lighting was key for this bathroom. The sconces add prestige and highlights the vanity space. The can light in the shower brightens up the space as it reflects off the white subway tile. These seemingly insignificant changes to the lighting is what really makes this bathroom seem larger and much more luxurious. We reused the original mirror. Almost any glass shop can cut holes in it for mounting sconces. Adding the sconces and holding the mirror off the wall a couple inches added some needed interest.
The homeowner picked out the vanity from Costco. I think it was a good find, especially since they sold out in a couple weeks and there are none left in Utah. I was a little worried about it being a more antiqued piece with all the bright white tile and trim, but I think it works because it stands out more as a piece of furniture.
The bathroom started out as a standard master bath built in the 90's. It was small, had a worn out looking shower surround, linoleum, and a insignificant vanity.
Initially, the homeowners wanted to put a tub in here. After marking it all out there just wasn't enough room to make it work comfortably. We kept the same layout but switched the vanity with the toilet, that way the vanity was on the side with more room. We also put in a bigger shower base and tiled the walls and floor. Lighting was key for this bathroom. The sconces add prestige and highlights the vanity space. The can light in the shower brightens up the space as it reflects off the white subway tile. These seemingly insignificant changes to the lighting is what really makes this bathroom seem larger and much more luxurious. We reused the original mirror. Almost any glass shop can cut holes in it for mounting sconces. Adding the sconces and holding the mirror off the wall a couple inches added some needed interest.
The homeowner picked out the vanity from Costco. I think it was a good find, especially since they sold out in a couple weeks and there are none left in Utah. I was a little worried about it being a more antiqued piece with all the bright white tile and trim, but I think it works because it stands out more as a piece of furniture.
Friday, October 2, 2009
Our bathroom final pictures
This project has been completed for several months but renters moved in before we had a chance to take pictures. As a reminder, here are the befores and it really was a disaster. Not only did it have a leak and mold was starting to show but it felt so small and awkward with the washer, dryer and tiny shower. And now we love it's layout and wish we had this bathroom and it wasn't just in our rental but still totally worth it.
And if you're interested on what kind of price tag comes with a bathroom remodel like this (even with it's narley rough plumbing work) it is only around $5,000. If you only have so much to spend, you don't have to compromise style. For example, I found the vanity at Lowes for $200 and it included the sink and counter-top.
And if you're interested on what kind of price tag comes with a bathroom remodel like this (even with it's narley rough plumbing work) it is only around $5,000. If you only have so much to spend, you don't have to compromise style. For example, I found the vanity at Lowes for $200 and it included the sink and counter-top.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Bathroom Remodel
We recently remodeled this bathroom for some great friends of ours. They had problems with their shower pan leaking and ruining their wood floor and causing other internal damage, not to mention mold to growing.
So one thing led to another, as it usually does, and we were tearing it all out and starting over. Just for the record, I really wasn't pushing for tearing it all out. We had some cheaper alternatives, but the homeowners saw it as an opportunity to change it up.
This bathroom's unique blend of traditional and modern turned out awesome. We combined the natural elements of travertine stone, traditional cabinetry, and modern tiles and fixtures.
So one thing led to another, as it usually does, and we were tearing it all out and starting over. Just for the record, I really wasn't pushing for tearing it all out. We had some cheaper alternatives, but the homeowners saw it as an opportunity to change it up.
This bathroom's unique blend of traditional and modern turned out awesome. We combined the natural elements of travertine stone, traditional cabinetry, and modern tiles and fixtures.
Final pictures
I'm a little behind on my posts but I thought I'd finally post the final pictures of this exterior remodel we did several months again. Be sure to check out the before pictures if you haven't already.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
New Kitchen
As I've mentioned, I like taking home inspirations from the houses in movies and this was one of my favorites. Well, not my favorite movie but my favorite kitchen from the movie "Something Got to Give." Apparently, there are a lot of people obsessed with the home from this movie. Here is a picture of one of the many kitchens inspired from the movie set.
And this is our version...
Cabinets are designed and built by Ben Blackwelder. Ben brings his experience and style from his roots in the East Coast, and Utah welcomes it.
And this is our version...
Cabinets are designed and built by Ben Blackwelder. Ben brings his experience and style from his roots in the East Coast, and Utah welcomes it.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Exterior facelift
This is a home we are currently remodeling in Lehi. The owner wanted to give her home a face lift so I started my usual thought process of drawing out what I thought would look good.
However, I've found google sketch to be a much more effective way to show a homeowner how their home could look.
Once we've painted and her new windows have been installed, I'll posted the final pictures.
However, I've found google sketch to be a much more effective way to show a homeowner how their home could look.
Once we've painted and her new windows have been installed, I'll posted the final pictures.
Bathroom
Here's quick bathroom remodel we did a few months ago. Unfortunately, I forgot my camera on demo day so here are some awful pictures from my iPhone. However, I guess it makes the after pictures that much better.
After: New tub, tile and facet.
After: New tub, tile and facet.
Friday, May 15, 2009
About
Tiek Built Homes was established as a means to do what I already loved to do, but have more influence and support a family. Because I build and remodel homes for a living, not just as a hobby, I'm always seeking new information, design, and innovations to make each home I work on much better and personable.
I graduated BYU in the Construction Management program and I have over 10 years experience in the construction industry.
I feel what makes me unique from other contractors is my experience and eye for design. I enjoy helping homeowners redesign their current homes - from restructuring the layout to choosing tile, paint, and trim that are be harmonious with the style of the home. I specialize in building new homes and restoring traditional style homes. Using the latest technologies, I can create a 3D model to better visualize the final vision of your dream home.
-Steve
About
I graduated BYU in the Construction Management program and I have over 10 years experience in the construction industry.
I feel what makes me unique from other contractors is my experience and eye for design. I enjoy helping homeowners redesign their current homes - from restructuring the layout to choosing tile, paint, and trim that are be harmonious with the style of the home. I specialize in building new homes and restoring traditional style homes. Using the latest technologies, I can create a 3D model to better visualize the final vision of your dream home.
-Steve
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