MillerRoodell Architects // Benjamin Benschneider Photography
Inspiration for a large rustic slate floor mudroom remodel in Other

This 5,200-square foot modern farmhouse is located on Manhattan Beach’s Fourth Street, which leads directly to the ocean. A raw stone facade and custom-built Dutch front-door greets guests, and customized millwork can be found throughout the home. The exposed beams, wooden furnishings, rustic-chic lighting, and soothing palette are inspired by Scandinavian farmhouses and breezy coastal living. The home’s understated elegance privileges comfort and vertical space. To this end, the 5-bed, 7-bath (counting halves) home has a 4-stop elevator and a basement theater with tiered seating and 13-foot ceilings. A third story porch is separated from the upstairs living area by a glass wall that disappears as desired, and its stone fireplace ensures that this panoramic ocean view can be enjoyed year-round. This house is full of gorgeous materials, including a kitchen backsplash of Calacatta marble, mined from the Apuan mountains of Italy, and countertops of polished porcelain. The curved antique French limestone fireplace in the living room is a true statement piece, and the basement includes a temperature-controlled glass room-within-a-room for an aesthetic but functional take on wine storage. The takeaway? Efficiency and beauty are two sides of the same coin.

Photo: Lisa Petrol
Example of a large trendy 3/4 white tile and subway tile porcelain tile bathroom design in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, solid surface countertops and a one-piece toilet

Inspiration for a contemporary master carpeted bedroom remodel in Boston with beige walls

Mountain style kids' room photo in Other

Ryan Garvin
Example of a trendy freestanding desk carpeted and purple floor study room design in Orange County with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Vance Fox
Inspiration for a large rustic formal and open concept living room remodel in Other with beige walls, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Photo Cred: Seth Hannula
Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen design in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and no island

Home design - coastal home design idea in Charleston

Inspiration for a transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor playroom remodel in San Francisco with blue walls

Example of a large transitional laminate floor, gray floor and tray ceiling great room design in Houston with white walls

Ronnie Bruce Photography Bellweather Construction, LLC is a trained and certified remodeling and home improvement general contractor that specializes in period-appropriate renovations and energy efficiency improvements. Bellweather's managing partner, William Giesey, has over 20 years of experience providing construction management and design services for high-quality home renovations in Philadelphia and its Main Line suburbs. Will is a BPI-certified building analyst, NARI-certified kitchen and bath remodeler, and active member of his local NARI chapter. He is the acting chairman of a local historical commission and has participated in award-winning restoration and historic preservation projects. His work has been showcased on home tours and featured in magazines.

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Inspiration for a huge contemporary slate floor entryway remodel in Denver with beige walls and a dark wood front door

View of the family room in front of the #Kohler white Haven apron front farmhouse sink. Ample counter space makes food prep, serving and clean-up a breeze. Faucet by #Kohler. Countertop is Eureka Danby marble. Range is by #BlueStar. Photo by Michael P. Lefebvre

Example of a large mountain style master concrete floor and gray floor bedroom design in Denver with brown walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Photography: Megan Chaffin
Mudroom - transitional dark wood floor mudroom idea in Chicago with beige walls

Dan Cutrona
Dining room - mid-sized coastal dark wood floor dining room idea in Boston with beige walls and no fireplace

Entryway - large transitional dark wood floor entryway idea in Minneapolis with gray walls and a black front door

The owners wanted to not only update their kitchen, but rather enhance the space and create a thing of beauty. We were excited to work with them in their goal. So the space was 'gutted', saving the existing hardwood flooring, which was later refinished. The existing windows and doors were replaced and resized. Note the window seat that was framed and finished with cabinet panels under the kitchen windows. A larger beautiful island was added, which provides additional seating, as well. The existing simple desk area was transformed with a stunning custom buffet. The owners wanted two types of tile back splash. Our skilled craftsman installed the brick pattern back splash near the sink, and the unique design back splash in the cooking area. As you can see, the results are breathtaking, and the owners were thrilled. A new custom Butler Pantry was installed with under cabinet lighting, glass doors, and a unique pattern tile back splash, creating a focal point as they entertain. General Contractor / Remodel: ED Enterprises, Inc. Michael Alan Kaskel Photography