Basement Remodeling

Transform Your Basement into Functional Living Space

A basement remodel is one of the most effective ways to expand your home without adding square footage. Many Portland-area homes have unfinished or partially finished lower levels that are often underutilized or outdated. With the right design, these spaces can become comfortable, functional extensions of your home.

Whether you’re looking to create a family room, guest suite, home office, playroom, or in-home gym, a well-designed basement can adapt to your needs now and in the future. Basement remodeling can also add valuable storage or generate rental income with a permitted ADU.

Why Work with a Design-Build Firm?

Working with a design-build firm simplifies the remodel process.

Our team manages your project from start to finish, including design, planning, and construction. You’ll have a single point of contact and a clear path forward at every stage.

We work closely with you to understand how you want to use the space, guide key design decisions, and coordinate all trades involved. If challenges come up, we address them quickly to keep your project moving forward.

Contact us today to learn more about transforming your basement into the space you’ve always wanted.

Creating a Functional & Beautiful Basement

There are so many great ways to use a basement. Consider your family’s interests, hobbies, and activities when planning a lower level redo, which may include:

Our Basement Remodeling Projects

Meet The Designers

Kayed Sweiss

Owner

Kayed’s passion for construction started early watching This Old House and visiting his uncle’s construction sites at the age of nine. With a career in building and design, he joined Evergreen as a partner in 2016, bringing with him his passion for going over and above for his customers. The phones don’t just shut off at five. Kayed is always there to help with any questions. He will work with you to design your dream home and be part of your project from initial query through to the final, finishing touch. His passions have since expanded to yoga, travel and spending time with family.

Rachel Krenik

Senior Designer

Rachel is dedicated to enriching lives through thoughtful design. She believes homes should be places where people thrive, blending beauty and functionality seamlessly. Rachel holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Marquette University and an Interior Design degree from Bellevue College, an NCIDQ-accredited institution. She is also certified by the RIDQC and DSA. Rachel’s approach is collaborative, working closely with clients to bring their unique styles to life while guiding them to make informed design decisions.

Rachel Krenik
Heather Camp

Heather Camp

Design Assistant

Heather’s journey with Evergreen began as a client, when she and her husband decided to renovate their Woodstock bungalow. It was during that project that her passion for design, and her playful eye for color came to life. Drawing from her experience studying fashion in Italy, and her years working in elementary education, Heather brings creativity, empathy, and intention to every project. She prioritizes truly listening to clients, taking the time to understand how they live and what they envision; ensuring each design reflects their lifestyle and wishes. As one of Evergreen’s teammates put it, “Heather is the bringer of joy and silliness,” infusing both the office and each project with warmth and heart.

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