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Bathroom - mid-sized contemporary master green tile and ceramic tile slate floor, double-sink, exposed beam, vaulted ceiling and black floor bathroom idea in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an integrated sink, solid surface countertops, white countertops and a floating vanity
42 North - Architecture + Design
Example of a transitional u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen pantry design in Grand Rapids with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, marble countertops and white countertops
H. Bero Interiors
This crisp and clean bathroom renovation boost bright white herringbone wall tile with a delicate matte black accent along the chair rail. the floors plan a leading roll with their unique pattern and the vanity adds warmth with its rich blue green color tone and is full of unique storage.
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Neumann Mendro Andrulaitis Architects LLP
Ciro Coelho Photography
Example of a trendy concrete patio design in Santa Barbara with a pergola and a fireplace
Example of a trendy concrete patio design in Santa Barbara with a pergola and a fireplace
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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
Terri Sears, Kitchen and Bath Designer
Huge transitional u-shaped marble floor and white floor eat-in kitchen photo in Nashville with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white countertops
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Columbus, OH
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Columbus Design-Build, Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Historic Renovations
Structure Home
Set upon an oversized and highly sought-after creekside lot in Brentwood, this two story home and full guest home exude a casual, contemporary farmhouse style and vibe. The main residence boasts 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, each ensuite with thoughtful touches that accentuate the home’s overall classic finishes. The master retreat opens to a large balcony overlooking the yard accented by mature bamboo and palms. Other features of the main house include European white oak floors, recessed lighting, built in speaker system, attached 2-car garage and a laundry room with 2 sets of state-of-the-art Samsung washers and dryers. The bedroom suite on the first floor enjoys its own entrance, making it ideal for guests. The open concept kitchen features Calacatta marble countertops, Wolf appliances, wine storage, dual sinks and dishwashers and a walk-in butler’s pantry. The loggia is accessed via La Cantina bi-fold doors that fully open for year-round alfresco dining on the terrace, complete with an outdoor fireplace. The wonderfully imagined yard contains a sparkling pool and spa and a crisp green lawn and lovely deck and patio areas. Step down further to find the detached guest home, which was recognized with a Decade Honor Award by the Los Angeles Chapter of the AIA in 2006, and, in fact, was a frequent haunt of Frank Gehry who inspired its cubist design. The guest house has a bedroom and bathroom, living area, a newly updated kitchen and is surrounded by lush landscaping that maximizes its creekside setting, creating a truly serene oasis.
Mary Hannah Interiors
Photographed by Robert Radifera Photography
Styled and Produced by Stylish Productions
Bedroom - mid-sized coastal master medium tone wood floor bedroom idea in Other with gray walls and no fireplace
Bedroom - mid-sized coastal master medium tone wood floor bedroom idea in Other with gray walls and no fireplace
Desert Star Construction
The bath features Rohl faucets, Kohler sinks, and a Metro Collection bathtub from Hydro Systems.
Architect: Oz Architects
Interiors: Oz Architects
Landscape Architect: Berghoff Design Group
Photographer: Mark Boisclair
Riki S. Design
Modern master bathroom featuring large format Carrara porcelain tiles, herringbone marble flooring, and custom navy vanity.
Example of a mid-sized minimalist master multicolored tile and porcelain tile marble floor, gray floor and double-sink bathroom design in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a freestanding vanity
Example of a mid-sized minimalist master multicolored tile and porcelain tile marble floor, gray floor and double-sink bathroom design in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a freestanding vanity
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
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
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Wellston, OH
Whispering Pine Construction
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Everingham Design
Inspiration for a large cottage l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen remodel in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, white countertops, an island and shaker cabinets
Pineapple House Interior Design
The shower is universally designed and has no curb or step at its entry. The drawer pulls are also designed for easy use.
A Bonisolli Photography
Mid-sized transitional white tile walk-in shower photo in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and marble countertops
Mid-sized transitional white tile walk-in shower photo in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and marble countertops
Lauren Shadid Architecture + Interiors
Island color was custom. Countertops are Princess White Quartzite. Light fixtures over island are from Rejuvenation (exact type has been discontinued)
Photos by Holly Lepere
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Hilliard, OH
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Our clients and their three teenage kids had outgrown the footprint of their existing home and felt they needed some space to spread out. They came in with a couple of sets of drawings from different architects that were not quite what they were looking for, so we set out to really listen and try to provide a design that would meet their objectives given what the space could offer.
We started by agreeing that a bump out was the best way to go and then decided on the size and the floor plan locations of the mudroom, powder room and butler pantry which were all part of the project. We also planned for an eat-in banquette that is neatly tucked into the corner and surrounded by windows providing a lovely spot for daily meals.
The kitchen itself is L-shaped with the refrigerator and range along one wall, and the new sink along the exterior wall with a large window overlooking the backyard. A large island, with seating for five, houses a prep sink and microwave. A new opening space between the kitchen and dining room includes a butler pantry/bar in one section and a large kitchen pantry in the other. Through the door to the left of the main sink is access to the new mudroom and powder room and existing attached garage.
White inset cabinets, quartzite countertops, subway tile and nickel accents provide a traditional feel. The gray island is a needed contrast to the dark wood flooring. Last but not least, professional appliances provide the tools of the trade needed to make this one hardworking kitchen.
Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD
Photography by: Mike Kaskel
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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
Shannon Connor / Maison, LLC.
Transitional master gray tile drop-in bathtub photo in Indianapolis with gray walls and marble countertops
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