Home Design Ideas
Simmons Estate Homes
Example of a classic dark wood floor open concept kitchen design in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash and stone slab backsplash
Fireclay Tile
Anchored by a Navy Blue Hexagon Tile Backsplash, this transitional style kitchen serves up some nautical vibes with its classic blue and white color pairing. Love the look? Sample navy blue tiles and more at fireclaytile.com.
TILE SHOWN
6" Hexagon Tiles in Navy Blue
DESIGN
John Gioffre
PHOTOS
Leonid Furmansky
INSTALLER
Revent Remodeling + Construction
Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath
Easton, Maryland Traditional Kitchen Design by #JenniferGilmer with a lake view
http://gilmerkitchens.com/
Photography by Bob Narod
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Isler Homes
Enclosed kitchen - large transitional u-shaped terra-cotta tile enclosed kitchen idea in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and an island
W.L. Construction Inc.
Mid-sized transitional white tile and porcelain tile travertine floor and beige floor alcove shower photo in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, a drop-in sink, solid surface countertops and a hinged shower door
Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.
Photo of a large traditional partial sun front yard stone landscaping in Chicago for spring.
Erin Hoopes
This whole house renovation done by Harry Braswell Inc. used Virginia Kitchen's design services (Erin Hoopes) and materials for the bathrooms, laundry and kitchens. The custom millwork was done to replicate the look of the cabinetry in the open concept family room. This completely custom renovation was eco-friend and is obtaining leed certification.
Photo's courtesy Greg Hadley
Construction: Harry Braswell Inc.
Kitchen Design: Erin Hoopes under Virginia Kitchens
Sarah Rice Design LLC
Custom board and batten designed and installed in this master bedroom.
Mid-sized country master carpeted, beige floor and tray ceiling bedroom photo in Austin with blue walls and no fireplace
Mid-sized country master carpeted, beige floor and tray ceiling bedroom photo in Austin with blue walls and no fireplace
Cascade West Development
Paint by Sherwin Williams
Body Color - Anonymous - SW 7046
Accent Color - Urban Bronze - SW 7048
Trim Color - Worldly Gray - SW 7043
Front Door Stain - Northwood Cabinets - Custom Truffle Stain
Exterior Stone by Eldorado Stone
Stone Product Rustic Ledge in Clearwater
Outdoor Fireplace by Heat & Glo
Doors by Western Pacific Building Materials
Windows by Milgard Windows & Doors
Window Product Style Line® Series
Window Supplier Troyco - Window & Door
Lighting by Destination Lighting
Garage Doors by NW Door
Decorative Timber Accents by Arrow Timber
Timber Accent Products Classic Series
LAP Siding by James Hardie USA
Fiber Cement Shakes by Nichiha USA
Construction Supplies via PROBuild
Landscaping by GRO Outdoor Living
Customized & Built by Cascade West Development
Photography by ExposioHDR Portland
Original Plans by Alan Mascord Design Associates
ZeroEnergy Design
This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income.
DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request.
MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic.
RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income.
ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them.
URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances.
OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values.
Eric Roth Photo
GLDESIGN
Open concept kitchen - large coastal l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops
Pollen Architecture & Design
Master Bed/Bath Remodel
Example of a small trendy master ceramic tile and blue tile terrazzo floor and white floor bathroom design in Austin with a hinged shower door, beige walls and a niche
Example of a small trendy master ceramic tile and blue tile terrazzo floor and white floor bathroom design in Austin with a hinged shower door, beige walls and a niche
Lauren Shadid Architecture + Interiors
Large farmhouse open concept light wood floor, brown floor and vaulted ceiling living room photo in Denver with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a stacked stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv
Mary Cook
Bill Taylor
Example of a classic formal and open concept dark wood floor and coffered ceiling living room design in Boston with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace
Example of a classic formal and open concept dark wood floor and coffered ceiling living room design in Boston with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace
Kimberlee Kristine
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional walk-out laminate floor and brown floor basement remodel in Seattle with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace
Carl Mattison Design
master bath
Example of a small transitional master gray tile and ceramic tile doorless shower design in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls, quartz countertops, a two-piece toilet, an undermount sink and a hinged shower door
Example of a small transitional master gray tile and ceramic tile doorless shower design in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls, quartz countertops, a two-piece toilet, an undermount sink and a hinged shower door
Home Design Ideas
Michael Menn Ltd.
This view of the bathroom shows off the beautiful tile of the shower as well as the built in cabinet. The brown cabinets are a beautiful contrast to the light colored floor and countertops.
Rebecca Driggs Interiors
Traditional kitchen with painted white cabinets, a large kitchen island with room for 3 barstools, built in bench for the breakfast nook and desk with cork bulletin board.
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