10. Ceiling Treatment A lot of living room design centers around elements close to the ground. But pros urge homeowners to consider what’s above too. Attractive ceiling features like coffered millwork, beams or even statement light fixtures will make a room feel complete. “We always try to incorporate a generous ceiling height in a living space and include a special ceiling feature tailored to the homeowner’s style and design aesthetic,
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Sunken Patio Adds Light to a Basement, heider pannen-vulpi architekten, Germany A lower terrace level gives this house a bright basement, significantly increasing the usable living space while keeping the home within the local building height regulations. Large windows create a modern look while also making the home feel warm and inviting.
bright white surfaces, which include a double vanity painted in Simply White by Benjamin Moore, white marble-look quartz countertops and glossy 4-by-12-inch white ceramic tiles. Black hardware and durable, budget-friendly wood-look luxury vinyl flooring add welcome contrast. Inside the glass-enclosed wet room, a fixed-pane window
the Americans With Disabilities Act guidelines require at least 60 inches of clearance between opposing cabinets, walls or appliances for U-shaped kitchens; galley or “pass through” kitchens require at least 40 inches of clearance between opposing surfaces.
Table-height kitchen seating. Traditional kitchen island seating can be too difficult to use as we age — and the fall from a higher seat is also more dangerous. Look for a kitchen with some table-height seating, or room to place a kitchen table.
this state-of-the-art lifting system raises the bottom rack of the dishwasher to the level of the top rack so you don’t need to reach down to load or empty the machine. The innovative system is gentle on dishes and glasses too, so you don’t have to worry about breakage.
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Think beyond traditional farm-style rows to create a series of individual garden beds with paths between, build tiered options to highlight low-growing vegetables, or opt for decorative raised planters or containers.
Garage attic with pull-down ladder. If your garage has a high, peaked ceiling, you might consider hiring a contractor to create a storage loft. One of my clients recently built an attic space in her garage with a pull-down ladder. Her contractor added several structural beams across the width of the garage and created a floor strong enough to walk on and to hold heavy boxes. She also had a light installed. This was a relatively painless way to add storage space and remove some of the items cluttering the main garage area. I highly recommend this option if your garage has enough height and you can afford a good contractor.
Here’s a look at the main level’s floor plan. The mudroom entrance is located off the driveway on the right side of the house.
small tile ring in shower
Back door
open shelves for hats/caps in wicker bins
back door with tip out shoe bin, hats/caps in upper, use v board or cedar on wall.
Basement wall between windows
mantel, TV, soundbar & fireplace
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