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Every kitchen needs certain things - cabinets, lighting, countertops, flooring, and appliances - but just because every kitchen needs these items, it doesn’t mean your kitchen needs to look or function the same as everyone else’s. With thousands of materials, finishes, layouts, and design options available, there are countless ways to create a custom kitchen design that feels distinctly yours. Whether it’s part of a kitchen remodel in Bend or a new custom home in Sunriver,

When designing a luxury kitchen, appearance matters — but long-term function matters just as much. After more than two decades designing and building high-end homes and luxury remodels throughout Central Oregon, we’ve seen firsthand which kitchen design materials truly stand the test of time and which ones begin to show wear after only a few years. Below is our guide to the high end kitchen design materials we consistently find are worth the investment because they not only l

When we were first contacted for this 1970s Sunriver vacation home remodel the client’s main goals for their remodel were to create a more functional layout and contemporize their space. The home was a typical seventies era Sunriver home that was stuck in the past with features and a layout that didn’t meet modern needs. The kitchen lacked functionality, the primary suite wasted valuable space, and several areas throughout the home simply didn’t fit modern living. Their goal

The kitchen is often considered the heart of the home. As such, it’s one of the most used rooms in any household, which makes kitchen remodels one of the most popular types of home updates.

One of the more exciting parts of any custom remodel or build is the design element. When provided with a blank canvas, it can be easy to imagine how beautiful your space will soon be, but executing your concept requires meticulous planning. This is one of PGC Building + Design’s areas of expertise. Tile and backsplash ideas are an important element of the design process as they are very common in many areas of the home. This common use means there are many tile and backsplas

We’ve all heard the expression “everything but the kitchen sink”, which originated during World War II when everything was being donated to the war effort… except for that much-used, underappreciated porcelain basin in the kitchen. And what would a kitchen be without its sink? There are so many delightful options available when choosing a kitchen sink these days, which can feel overwhelming. While sinks are a splendid way to add a bit of personal flair to a kitchen, keep in