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Example of a beach style bedroom design in Charleston

Charter Homes & Neighborhoods, Walden Mechanicsburg PA
Elegant l-shaped open concept kitchen photo in Other with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, beige backsplash and limestone backsplash

Our clients had just recently closed on their new house in Stapleton and were excited to transform it into their perfect forever home. They wanted to remodel the entire first floor to create a more open floor plan and develop a smoother flow through the house that better fit the needs of their family. The original layout consisted of several small rooms that just weren’t very functional, so we decided to remove the walls that were breaking up the space and restructure the first floor to create a wonderfully open feel. After removing the existing walls, we rearranged their spaces to give them an office at the front of the house, a large living room, and a large dining room that connects seamlessly with the kitchen. We also wanted to center the foyer in the home and allow more light to travel through the first floor, so we replaced their existing doors with beautiful custom sliding doors to the back yard and a gorgeous walnut door with side lights to greet guests at the front of their home. Living Room Our clients wanted a living room that could accommodate an inviting sectional, a baby grand piano, and plenty of space for family game nights. So, we transformed what had been a small office and sitting room into a large open living room with custom wood columns. We wanted to avoid making the home feel too vast and monumental, so we designed custom beams and columns to define spaces and to make the house feel like a home. Aesthetically we wanted their home to be soft and inviting, so we utilized a neutral color palette with occasional accents of muted blues and greens. Dining Room Our clients were also looking for a large dining room that was open to the rest of the home and perfect for big family gatherings. So, we removed what had been a small family room and eat-in dining area to create a spacious dining room with a fireplace and bar. We added custom cabinetry to the bar area with open shelving for displaying and designed a custom surround for their fireplace that ties in with the wood work we designed for their living room. We brought in the tones and materiality from the kitchen to unite the spaces and added a mixed metal light fixture to bring the space together Kitchen We wanted the kitchen to be a real show stopper and carry through the calm muted tones we were utilizing throughout their home. We reoriented the kitchen to allow for a big beautiful custom island and to give us the opportunity for a focal wall with cooktop and range hood. Their custom island was perfectly complimented with a dramatic quartz counter top and oversized pendants making it the real center of their home. Since they enter the kitchen first when coming from their detached garage, we included a small mud-room area right by the back door to catch everyone’s coats and shoes as they come in. We also created a new walk-in pantry with plenty of open storage and a fun chalkboard door for writing notes, recipes, and grocery lists. Office We transformed the original dining room into a handsome office at the front of the house. We designed custom walnut built-ins to house all of their books, and added glass french doors to give them a bit of privacy without making the space too closed off. We painted the room a deep muted blue to create a glimpse of rich color through the french doors Powder Room The powder room is a wonderful play on textures. We used a neutral palette with contrasting tones to create dramatic moments in this little space with accents of brushed gold. Master Bathroom The existing master bathroom had an awkward layout and outdated finishes, so we redesigned the space to create a clean layout with a dream worthy shower. We continued to use neutral tones that tie in with the rest of the home, but had fun playing with tile textures and patterns to create an eye-catching vanity. The wood-look tile planks along the floor provide a soft backdrop for their new free-standing bathtub and contrast beautifully with the deep ash finish on the cabinetry.

Example of a mountain style living room design in Denver

Example of a trendy deck design in Denver

Traditional white marble New England kitchen with walnut wood island and bronze fixtures for added warmth. Photo: Michael J Lee Photography
Kitchen - traditional dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, marble backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and wood countertops

Dining room - transitional dining room idea in Atlanta

Bedroom - transitional bedroom idea in Philadelphia

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Inspiration for a timeless bathroom remodel in Other

The Hidden Gem is a lake house nestled on a private lake in NJ. This house was taken down to the studs and rebuilt. The renovated kitchen is perfect for cooking and gathering. The nook holds a table with seating for 4 and is the perfect place for pancakes or afternoon tea. The dining room has a wet with an Art TV in the center so no one will miss the game while eating Thanksgiving dinner. The living room is a great spot to unwind at the end of the day. A gas fireplace with a reclaimed wood, live edge mantel is the focal point. The bonus room over the garage is ideal for teenagers to gather and play video games or watch movies. This house is light and airy and the summer sun floods in through all the windows. It's also cozy for brisk autumn nights and cooler spring days.

Trendy open concept light wood floor, brown floor and wood ceiling living room photo in Los Angeles with a ribbon fireplace and a concealed tv

Beach style laundry room photo in Orlando

Photos by Barcelo Photography Staged for Ernie Carswell, Douglas Elliman and Jeff Kohl, The Agency
Inspiration for a modern home office remodel in Los Angeles

Mid-sized cottage guest wallpaper bedroom photo in San Francisco

Powder room - contemporary powder room idea in Other with an integrated sink and concrete countertops

Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean guest medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom remodel in Phoenix with white walls

Example of a farmhouse l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen design in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Inspiration for a rustic home bar remodel in Minneapolis

Home bar - transitional home bar idea in Boston