From the SheBuilds
Family to Yours.
Proud to be a local and woman owned Oregon business
serving communities in and around the Portland Metro.
Designers Who BuildDesign & Build.
Women-Owned Design/Build Firm.
So, her consultative approach focuses on listening to the needs and dreams of every family and understanding what they want their kitchen to do, feel and look like.
SheBuildsKitchens’ in-house design and construction team provides customized design and build services. Clients often rave about how easy and enjoyable it is to work with the team. Through the journey of a kitchen’s transformation, Laurel handholds her clients. She is proactive, over-communicates, and committed to an on-time and on-budget delivery. It also helps that Laurel’s all-star crew looks and smells better than most others!
Consultation
The first step to building your dream kitchen is to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced designers. At the consultation we will talk about the hopes and dreams you have for your kitchen or bathroom space and discuss the feasability of your project. We will go over possible layout options, different finishes that are available and project timelines. Our designer will take detailed measurements of your space, so that we can start working on your design right away if you decide you’d like to move forward.
Design
During this phase our design team will begin to bring your ideas to life. We will develop plans for your space including a floor plan and an itemized list of finishes. We will present the initial plans to you at our design studio in Wilsonville, where you will be able to see cabinetry, countertop and other options in person. Then we will revise the plan to your liking until it’s absolutely perfect! At this point, we will sign the construction agreemment and prepare for construction!
Build
This is where the rubber meets the road. We will have a preconstruction meeting at your home with your designer and the production team to go over all the details. You’ll receive a login for our management system so you can see the construction schedule each week. Once we start, the production team will work hard to bring your dreams into reality. We’ll wrap up by doing a walk through with you to make sure we’ve caught every detail. This is the longest phase of the project of course, but when we are done you will have the kitchen you’ve always dreamed of!
Expertise and ExperienceMeet Our Team
Executive Team
Laurel W.
Founder and General ContractorCompany Founder and Licensed General Contractor, Laurel brings 26 years of business management expertise to your project. SheBuilds combines her 4 loves: Design, Construction and Business plus her husband Bryan! Wink! She brings a positive attitude known for a resounding: “Everything is figureoutable!” Laurel studied abroad in Israel and Egypt and was a Ramblin Rod “Smile” winner. When you meet her you’ll see why! Her mission is to create spaces her clients love so much they can’t believe they get to live there.
Myka N.
Operations ManagerMyka is the SheBuilds’ “Wonder Woman!” Expert in operations, systems and processes, logistics, customer care, administrative support and scheduling. She’s the mastermind who dispatches our team members across the Metro area and keeps track of supplies and deadlines. She’s warm, engaging and loves creating dream kitchens! One summer she cycled all the way around Lake Tahoe and has pictures to prove it!
Bryan W.
Field ManagerBryan is the team’s comedian! An experienced Carpenter, motorcycle man and mechanic with his Class A CDL, Bryan is married to the SheBuilds’ founder! He loves seeing the massive change and improvement to the heart of each home we remodel.
Laura B.
Marketing DirectorLaura brings over 30 years of experience to the SheBuilds’ team. She earned her MBA in Management and BA in Communication Studies. Laura traveled the country as a Corporate Trainer, lived overseas in Spain and Morocco and is Founder of The Social Media MTC, LLC. She’s an avid writer and photographer. Laura has grit and believes there is always something to be grateful for!
Design Team
Avery M.
Design InternA recent addition to the SheBuilds’ family, Design Assistant Avery is a “Jane of all trades!” She brings remarkable adaptability, expertise in purchasing and communication; all with a smile! Avery loves how owners Laurel and Bryan care about each client. She believes “good things take time.” She works hard to ensure a flawless outcome for each customer! In her free time you’ll find Avery with her dog Luna, making improvements to her own home or playing guitar!
Field Team
Aaron C.
CarpenterA quintessential professional, Aaron brings 30 years of Carpentry experience to SheBuilds with specialties in tile installation, finish carpentry, paint and drywall. With remodels usually come unforeseen challenges. Aaron’s motto, “I can fix that!” means you won’t need to worry about a thing! His favorite part of the work we do is making something beautiful out of nothing.
Nick M.
Carpenter AssistantWhen we say this is a “family” business we’re not joking. Nick is Laurel’s nephew! He spent the last two years volunteering in Bolivia. He has a great attitude and we’re thrilled he chose to join the team. He’s apprenticing as a carpenter and is part of the 6th generation of builders in the family.. He loves seeing beautiful kitchens come together. Since he loves to doodle we wonder if maybe he’ll be a designer too one day?!
Isaac P.
Carpenter AssistantIsaac “loves it when a plan comes together!” A recent addition to the SheBuilds’ team, he’s an apprentice carpenter. You’ll know Isaac by his long, luxurious locks! You’d never guess it when he has a saw in his hand, but he’s also a jewelry artist. He specializes in creating wood and resin rings. You’ll see that same attention to detail on your project.
Rod M.
CarpenterAn industry veteran, Rod brings 28 years of general and finish carpentry experience to the team. He has additional specialties in concrete and comic relief. At many jobs you can feel like a number. Rod appreciates it’s not that way at SheBuilds. He’s well rounded in all phases of the construction process and exudes warmth that makes him easy to talk to. Rod is also a motorcycle enthusiast who enjoys a good long weekend ride through the countryside.
Duke M.
Cabinet InstallerDuke is the other half of our dynamic cabinet install duo. You’ll also see him as part of our demolition crew. He’s our go-to guy anytime we need an extra set of hands. When he isn’t demolishing a kitchen or rebuilding one, you can find him under the hood of an old Chevy truck. He owns an automotive restoration company specializing in 60’s and 70’s Chevy’s! Duke got his nickname as a child when he was obsessed with The Dukes of Hazzard. It stuck!
How we work Harmonized Design & Function.
Customized For You.
Consultation
Our consultative approach focuses on listening to the needs and dreams of every family and understanding want they want their kitchen to do, feel and look like.
Design
After we prepare the initial design renderings, we meet at our Canby OR, design studios. We review your customized design, printed renderings, projected costs and timeline.
Build
A meeting in your kitchen with our construction manager. We chat about what to expect in the construction process and details to create a on-time and on-budget delivery.
Customer Experience Customer Reviews
Highlights from The SheBuilds' Design Studio
Where Your Dreams Come True
Josh & Sheri’s Kitchen
Canby OR
Steve & Sheila's Kitchen
Canby OR
Mike & Becki's Kitchen
Hubbard OR
Patrick & Chloe's Kitchen
Beaverton OR
Matt & Sydney's Kitchen
Beaverton OR
Connect With Us
(503) 830.2308
letstalk@shebuildskitchens.com
Talk with a Designer
(503) 830.2308
letstalk@shebuildskitchens.com
As Seen In The Media
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