Richard Leo Johnson
Eat-in kitchen - farmhouse galley eat-in kitchen idea in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, medium tone wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances

Example of a cottage master freestanding bathtub design in Burlington with an undermount sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, a wall-mount toilet and white walls

The great room walls are filled with glass doors and transom windows, providing maximum natural light and views of the pond and the meadow. Photographer: Daniel Contelmo Jr.

When my client had to move from her company office to work at home, she set up in the dining room. Despite her best efforts, this was not the long-term solution she was looking for. My client realized she needed a dedicated space not on the main floor of the home. On one hand, having your office space right next to the kitchen is handy. On the other hand, it made separating work and home life was not that easy. The house was a ranch. In essence, the basement would run entire length of the home. As we came down the steps, we entered a time capsule. The house was built in the 1950’s. The walls were covered with original knotty pine paneling. There was a wood burning fireplace and considering this was a basement, high ceilings. In addition, there was everything her family could not store at their own homes. As we wound though the space, I though “wow this has potential”, Eventually, after walking through the laundry room we came to a small nicely lit room. This would be the office. My client looked at me and asked what I thought. Undoubtedly, I said, this can be a great workspace, but do you really want to walk through this basement and laundry to get here? Without reservation, my client said where do we start? Once the design was in place, we started the renovation. The knotty pine paneling had to go. Specifically, to add some insulation and control the dampness and humidity. The laundry room wall was relocated to create a hallway to the office. At the far end of the room, we designated a workout zone. Weights, mats, exercise bike and television are at the ready for morning or afternoon workouts. The space can be concealed by a folding screen for party time. Doors to an old closet under the stairs were relocated to the workout area for hidden storage. Now we had nice wall for a beautiful console and mirror for storage and serving during parties. In order to add architectural details, we covered the old ugly support columns with simple recessed millwork panels. This detail created a visual division between the bar area and the seating area in front of the fireplace. The old red brick on the fireplace surround was replaced with stack stone. A mantle was made from reclaimed wood. Additional reclaimed wood floating shelves left and right of the fireplace provides decorative display while maintaining a rustic element balancing the copper end table and leather swivel rocker. We found an amazing rug which tied all of the colors together further defining the gathering space. Russet and burnt orange became the accent color unifying each space. With a bit of whimsy, a rather unusual light fixture which looks like roots from a tree growing through the ceiling is a conversation piece. The office space is quite and removed from the main part of the basement. There is a desk large enough for multiple screens, a small bookcase holding office supplies and a comfortable chair for conference calls. Because working from home requires many online meetings, we added a shiplap wall painted in Hale Navy to contrast with the orange fabric on the chair. We finished the décor with a painting from my client’s father. This is the background online visitors will see. The last and best part of the renovation is the beautiful bar. My client is an avid collector of wine. She already had the EuroCave refrigerator, so I incorporated it into the design. The cabinets are painted Temptation Grey from Benjamin Moore. The counter tops are my favorite hard working quartzite Brown Fantasy. The backsplash is a combination of rustic wood and old tin ceiling like porcelain tiles. Together with the textures of the reclaimed wood and hide poofs balanced against the smooth finish of the cabinets, we created a comfortable luxury for relaxing. There is ample storage for bottles, cans, glasses, and anything else you can think of for a great party. In addition to the wine storage, we incorporated a beverage refrigerator, an ice maker, and a sink. Floating shelves with integrated lighting illuminate the back bar. The raised height of the front bar provides the perfect wine tasting and paring spot. I especially love the pendant lights which look like wine glasses. Finally, I selected carpet for the stairs and office. It is perfect for noise reduction. Meanwhile for the overall flooring, I specifically selected a high-performance vinyl plank floor. We often use this product as it is perfect to install on a concrete floor. It is soft to walk on, easy to clean and does not reduce the overall height of the space.

Gentle contrasts give this hall a rich look and feel. The double-header corners and decorative peeled posts prove someone took their time designing the details. We took care of the wood quality and custom order.

Here's what a master bath looks like when it's wrapped in our white pine. The Jacuzzi tub surround was created with our 8" end-matched tongue and groove knotty pine. The drawer fronts were made with WoodHaven 8" quarter logs. Let it sink in.

Our kiln dried knotty pine that's tongue and groove creates the most beautiful tiny cabin interior on the planet. Whatever you use your small cabin for, you'll want to stay in it for a bit.

What do we have here ... Heaven on Earth? This lodge is filled with custom pieces, including the log rafters to accent the ceiling. The rest of the ceiling is done with our 6" tongue and groove natural knotty pine paneling. The richness of the walls was created with our 3" x 10" log siding with a bronze stain. Our 4" x 6" D trim accents the windows and frames the view.

This majestic hallway reflects how beautifully WoodHaven building materials compliment a high-end full log home. Our knotty pine paneling, doors and trim -- even the staircase, with its cedar railing -- are perfect accents in a chinked full log home.

Situated above a two-car garage, this room, just down the road from the WoodHaven mill in Mio, Michigan, could be a man cave. This hunting lodge look was created with 2" x 6" quarter log, tongue and groove knotty pine walls and ceiling with a clear coat.

To optimize the views of the lake and maximize natural ventilation this 8,600 square-foot woodland oasis accomplishes just that and more. A selection of local materials of varying scales for the exterior and interior finishes, complements the surrounding environment and boast a welcoming setting for all to enjoy. A perfect combination of skirl siding and hand dipped shingles unites the exterior palette and allows for the interior finishes of aged pine paneling and douglas fir trim to define the space. This residence, houses a main-level master suite, a guest suite, and two upper-level bedrooms. An open-concept scheme creates a kitchen, dining room, living room and screened porch perfect for large family gatherings at the lake. Whether you want to enjoy the beautiful lake views from the expansive deck or curled up next to the natural stone fireplace, this stunning lodge offers a wide variety of spatial experiences. Photographer: Joseph St. Pierre

The structural fireplace, light fixtures and staircase elements are juxtaposed with the airy, transluscent window treatments and the plush silk rug. Moving into the lower level then with this softened natural light was key, so the knotty pine walls, low-hanging ceilings and vinyl flooring were updated with a raised ceiling, natural stone finishes and reclaimed wood detailing.

Don't be surprised if customers want to come back and chat a few times in a WoodHaven office like this one. The walls are done with our custom 8" knotty pine and stained with a semi-transparent green so you can see all the knots and character of the wood. Check out the 4" inside corner. It's custom accents like this that make a room special.

The client's knotty pine kitchen, family room,and laundry room were very dark and did not meet their needs for comfort and functionality. The trick to the this project was a nearly complete demo of the interior while maintaining the knotty pine walls and ceilings and blending multiple colors of stain for areas that required new knotty pine to create the natural patina in other areas.

The ceiling in The Jerky Outlet kicks it up a notch. WoodHaven's 1" x 6" knotty pine walls are capped by the same tongue and groove paneling. It's a far cry from your run-of-the-mill convenience store. Check it out the next time you're on I-75 in northern Michigan. It's just off the freeway. Exit 202.

These bi-fold closet doors were made with knotty pine paneling pieces. Check out the random pattern on the wall created with our custom 5", 6", and 8" knotty pine paneling.

This is a shining example of WoodHaven knotty pine walls blending with stonework to make a room feel like a lodge. It's a wonderful way to enhance the interior of a log cabin, log home or any home. The walls are 2" x 6" knotty pine quarter log, and the ceiling is 6" knotty pine tongue and groove paneling.

Customers want to linger a little longer in this commercial building interior. It's done in 4" x 6" and 8" knotty pine walls and 6" natural pine flooring. Even the art on the wall is framed with WoodHaven's 2" x 4" D trim.

What do we have here? Nobody's home so take your time staring at these yummy WoodHaven products: knotty pine tongue and groove walls, knotty pine wall decking on the ceiling, a knotty pine log floor joist, and a pine log rafters.