Behind the Scenes Heros

Sun Forest’s Field Operations crew members are always the first ones on the job site at the onset of construction.  Their role is to protect the surrounding vegetation and common areas, set up signage, smoking stations and safety boards.  Throughout the project they partner up with trade workers involved with … Read more

We’re Still Growing: Deschutes Co. 39th in U.S.

BEND, Ore. — According to article by KTVZ news, Bend and Deschutes County routinely made official lists of the fastest-growing areas in the nation during much of the 1990s and 2000s boom, only to see it drop fast as the economy faltered. But new estimates out Thursday from the U.S. … Read more

Installing Crown Molding requires “legendary craftsmanship”

Installing crown molding can be one of the most daunting and frightening parts of installing trim in a home.  Most finish carpenters shake in their boots when asked to run the crown molding.  Figuring out all the angles, how to set up the saw to cut compound angles to make … Read more

An Economic Lifeline of Barley and Hops

BEND, Ore. — When the economic analysts write the final memo on how this Cascadian playground got its buzz back, they might not title it “How Beer Saved Bend.”

They will probably feel it is important to give appropriate credit to the tech start-ups, the stock market resurgence and the … Read more

The value of having an In-House Paint Department

When you walk into a beautiful Sun Forest home, the richness and luster of the paint immediately catches your eye, because it makes the room “pop”.  The texturing done by our painters is pure artistry.  In addition to applying paint to the walls, our painters also finish off all woodwork … Read more

Low Maintenance, Low Energy Landscape

Landscaping is to a home, what the cover is to a book.  A beautiful landscape can showcase your view, property, location, and the architecture of your home.  But just because landscaping plays such an enormous role in determining your home’s value, doesn’t mean it has to cost a fortune to … Read more

Selecting a Front Door With Personality

A front door is so many things. The gateway to your abode.  A visitor’s first impression. The divide that separates guests from strangers. A transition to your interior.

That said, what does your door say about you?  Does it say, “Hi, I’m just a door,” or does it say, “Welcome … Read more

Should I Use an Interior Designer?

Your home is your biggest investment.  So when does it pay off to use an interior decorator to showcase it?  According to an article on About.com, working with an interior decorator depends on your own style, the layout of your home, and your budget.

They suggest using a designer if … Read more

What Not To Do: Home Appraisals

Whether you are preparing to sell your home, or ready to move-in to one, appraisals can be a sticky matter–even when purchasing a new home.  The appraisal process continues to transform itself as lending, construction, and market prices also change.  It is a good idea to familiarize yourself with the … Read more

“Sun”ny Skies Ahead for the Bend Oregon Housing Market

Good news for the housing industry.  According to the Census Bureau, housing is up 10 percent from last year; a good sign for both the construction industry and economic recovery in general.

Bend, Oregon’s housing market in particular, looks extra promising. According too a Bloomburg Businessweek report, Bend was … Read more

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