Kevin Stevens
Originally from Michigan, I moved to Colorado in 1991 to be closer to the mountains that I love. Colorado has always been a destination for my rock climbing, skiing, hiking and backpacking pursuits. As a father of two young daughters I don’t get out quite as much any more, but I’m still fairly active.
I hold a Master’s degree in Biology and spent a dozen years working as an Engineering Specialist in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry. I have also been a custom furniture builder and woodworker for over 30 years. About 10 years ago, I left the corporate world and started my own carpentry business, this career change stemmed from a 960 sq. ft. addition to my home I which I performed all but the basic “dry in” tasks. Here I found a passion and skill set that had been hidden away. In addition to basic handyman tasks I specialize in custom furniture, tile and hardwood flooring, kitchens, baths and decks.
Over the last few years I have become involved in the tiny house movement and I’m making changes to live a simpler lifestyle. We recently purchased over 40 acres of land in northern New Mexico and are building a small (200 sq. ft.) off-grid cabin there. Our long-term plans are to relocate / retire there and build a slightly larger off-grid home.
When I'm not up to my elbows in sawdust, I enjoy cooking, and photography. Time lapse and true infrared are a couple of my favorites in the photography realm. Another recent pursuit of mine is target shooting. I picked up a black powder muzzle-loading pistol a few years ago, and since then my collection has expanded a bit. My father is a 20 + year veteran of the police force, and we now share some of our spare time together shooting. He taught me to shoot all of those years ago and it has been fun to reconnect on that level with him.
Thanks for reading. You can follow some of my adventures on my blog pages.
http://kmswoodworks.wordpress.com
Posted by Kevin Stevens
| Jan 04, 2011
The idea of a hanging bed is two fold; the first is to provide space below, whether this is a tall space that allows for seating, or not so tall for some simple storage. The second...
Posted by Kevin Stevens
| Jan 01, 2011
When selecting lighting options for a bathroom, it’s a good idea to keep in mind the dual nature of a bathroom’s lighting needs. If you are relaxing in a warm, jetted...
Posted by Kevin Stevens
| Jan 01, 2011
Shag carpeting and a harvest gold sink. You ask yourself, “What were they thinking?” Obviously, not what you are thinking now, so you excuse them. They lived in the '70s...
Posted by Kevin Stevens
| Jan 01, 2011
Are you planning to replace an interior door or two? If you’ve already been to your local home center, you probably found yourself slightly overwhelmed by the huge selection...
Posted by Kevin Stevens
| Jan 01, 2011
I enjoy working in my kitchen: The layout is efficient and I have ample work areas. It’s not the kitchen of my dreams yet, as we are still in the process of upgrading. There...
Posted by Kevin Stevens
| Jan 01, 2011
A kitchen island offers some great added workspace to your kitchen, and it can also provide added storage. In its most minimalist form, a kitchen island may be just a simple table....
Posted by Kevin Stevens
| Jan 01, 2011
Bathrooms tend to be the smallest rooms in most houses. They can also be expensive to remodel. I remember reading recently that the average cost to remodel a bathroom is between...
Posted by Kevin Stevens
| Jan 01, 2011
The kitchen is typically the most used area in any home, even for people who don’t cook often. Successful small kitchen remodeling and design require thoughtful planning. Kitchen...
Posted by Kevin Stevens
| Jan 01, 2011
Photo of brass chandelier by TheLivingRoominKenmore/Flickr.
Chandeliers are big, heavy and expensive, so DIY installation can look pretty scary. You can do it, though. Just breathe...
Posted by Kevin Stevens
| Jan 01, 2011
Kitchen counters are subject to some of the harshest use and abuse of any area in the home. The goal for most homeowners is a surface that's both durable and attractive. Widely popular...