Folded into a 1924 building where a classic San Francisco home rests on the back of the iconic Presidio Park, this 940-square-foot flat had one job: to feel like a boutique hotel that guests would never want to leave. The owners recently saw a guest room that was designed by Banner Day and knew they were the team to achieve their design goal. “That guest bedroom had a strong jewel toned green color narrative,” recalls Clara Jung, founder of Banner Day. “The back of this building abuts Presidio Park, and the client specifically asked that greens and blues be pulled into the overall color story here as well.”

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Mr. Fox's tenure is marked by a pivotal shift in 2019 when the firm began undertaking substantially larger projects. Within a single year, North Bay Construction successfully managed three major undertakings simultaneously: installing an elevator valued at over $1.5 million, executing a comprehensive aesthetic remodel of a 5,000-square-foot residence including four bathrooms and kitchens, and excavating underground to create a new level in an existing home for a longstanding client. This period proved to be a turning point in his and the company's journey, affirming his capacity to oversee complex large-scale projects concurrently.

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Have you ever noticed that when your friends unexpectedly pop by is also when your house is looking its worst? Or how about that last-minute call from your extended family telling you they are in the area and are going to be at your place shortly? I’m an expert in procrastination, and both of these situations have happened to me too many times. But I’ve learned how to quick-clean my home’s public spaces in 10 minutes or less. These tips are by no means ways to actually clean your home, but they will give the appearance of a respectable home when you’re short on time.

North Bay Construction has been in the industry for 14 years. Since its inception, the company has completed home additions, whole-house remodels, and garage remodels for numerous contemporary homes. John Fox is the principal leading North Bay Construction, growing the team to a mid-sized firm. A major part of its process consists of budget-conscious methodologies to give clients the best results possible with minimum expense. Below is one of the firm’s notable home additions for a modern house on Moffitt Street. Details include a two-tiered wooden deck, floor-to-ceiling tiles in the bathroom, an updated kitchen area, and a walk-in closet. Outside, the use of wood is a prominent feature that pairs well with the white walls and doors.

North Bay Construction’s mission centers on providing building, remodeling, and crafting custom cabinetry tailored to its clients’ specific needs. This dynamic team is composed of highly skilled workers and accomplished project managers with decades of invaluable experience in the field. 

The company is a small, hands-on, full-service contracting firm dedicated to transforming its clients’ construction visions into tangible reality. Its ultimate aim is to ensure that each project is a positive and seamless experience, always aligned with the homeowner’s vision while remaining respectful of time and budget constraints.

North Bay has a license, a guarantee, and insurance. It believes that every job should be enjoyable for the client, and requests should be honored while keeping costs and deadlines in mind. Its team is comprised of experts with years of expertise in the field, in addition to award-winning project managers. As a modest, hands-on, and comprehensive contracting firm, North Bay finds satisfaction in converting building projects into reality.

Firm owner John Fox has worked in the construction industry for almost 30 years. He was raised around it and realized early on that it was his calling. Fox has been assisting Bay Area people to maximize the potential of their homes since 2000—his firm is the complete package when it comes to general contractors. He has the carpentry training, the ability to put together the greatest remodeling teams, and the design intuition as well.

Wood-Wrapped Wonder

The team at North Bay Construction created an alcove wrapped in wood for this San Francisco powder room. A small ledge above the sink and a floating shelf below provide easy-access storage. The vanity wall covered in small blue hexagonal tiles adds color.