This striking home office greets guests when they enter the foyer of this beautiful mountain home. The agate wallpaper design provides a "wow" moment and serves as the perfect backdrop for the quiet cream cabinetry and an elegant desk. A contemporary light fixture and cobalt drapery finish off the beautiful work area.

Leonardo Batista
Inspiration for a small coastal indoor pool house remodel in Miami

Leonardo Batista
Pool house - small coastal indoor pool house idea in Miami

THE DOOR NAME ORIGIN - "ALLUMINIO ELIVIA VERTICAL WOOD GRAIN 4HS" Of all the interior door models in the Elivia collection, this one is perhaps the most unapologetically elegant. Why? Hmm … That which is self-evident can be the most difficult to explain. Is it because it is built using the latest breakthroughs in interior door making technology? Look at the finish: the process of applying it utilizes something called “stretching” by professionals, which is to say that instead of simply slapping the finish on top of the interior door’s surface, our company fuses (for lack of a better word) the materials (on molecular level, no less), the result being that the finished product is more warp-resistant, scratch-resistant, and fade-proof than any interior door put together in the past. This is especially important in climates known for their high humidity levels. Yes, but this has more to do with engineering than aesthetics, right? Okay, so, is this interior door super-elegant because ... Show more! FINISH: WALNUT When it comes to interior door finishes, walnut may not be king per se, since “different folk have different views,” as the poet said, and it behooves a proper collection of finishes to be thoroughly democratic; but, but … you could view walnut as an important majority leader descended from royalty – like, say, Louis Napoleon back when he was still an elected official and not, as he eventually came to style himself, Napoleon III. Strictly speaking, a walnut is the seed of a drupaceous nut, and not a true nut in the botanical sense. It is native to Persia (walnut oil is a staple in Iranian cuisine to this day) and North America, even though approximately one half of the world’s production today is done in China. That said, one of its more historically curious uses would be the production of ink and dyes. Those are made, or used to be made, at least, from the husk surrounding the nut. The ink could be used to produce drawings – or darken paper to make it look older. It has (as it turned out by the by) excellent archival properties. It was used liberally by many capable and honest artists in the past. A keen observer of the human condition, a Florentine named Leonardo da Vinci never left his house (which featured some pretty interesting interior doors, but that’s a story for another day) … never left it without a vial – and a sketch book. As he took leisurely strolls around the streets and piazzas, he observed folks – socializing, arguing, fighting, striking bargains, and gossiping. Let us mention in passing – and this is merely an opinion, mind you – that his sketches seem to be a great deal livelier than his portraits, which for the most part adhere to the epoch’s somewhat mawkish standards and the algebraic, rather than harmonious, approach to depicting humans. The perpetual beguiling mystery of Mona Lisa’s smile is undoubtedly magnificent, but it is the Tuscan polymath’s quick yet amazingly insightful drawings that give us an idea – oftentimes a very comprehensive one – of what everyday life was truly like in Florence in the Sixteenth Century. An old man gloating at someone’s misfortune, two passionate merchants arguing over the price of some highly important delivery, a young woman lamenting the lack of decent men whom a reasonable person could view as husband material, and on and on – it’s all there in Leonardo’s sketches characterized by masterful lines and elegant shading despite the obvious – and necessary – impetuosity of each sketch. So precious and brilliant are those casual masterpieces that, had the scientifically inclined fellow eliminated the need for outdoor sketching by inventing photography, it would have been an historian’s immeasurable gain, certainly, but also an art lover’s great loss. The idea behind our Walnut Finish is to invoke in the interior door owner a feeling of timeless historicity. Some things change, but others are forever. Stability is an important quality in an interior door, is it not? Rembrandt van Rijn, who also used walnut ink extensively, was a studio artist, with only a few outdoor paintings in his legacy. Truth be told, he was a better draftsman than Leonardo, at least as far as technique goes (don’t let this get around). Well. He lived a century later and had the benefit of all the development art had undergone since the great Italian master. Just like these interior doors – your interior doors – are a huge improvement on anything that was available only twenty years ago, never mind a hundred years ago. The “oscillation” of Rembrandt’s line, the delightful shift from the descriptive to the aesthetic stroke, makes his production in that category quite unique. Upon reaching artistic maturity, the stubborn Dutch master began to shun the unbroken contour line, which caused a lot of trouble for his drawings a century later, when dealers and collectors who wished to “update” his sketches to fit the current fashion had the audacity to “complete” Rembrandt’s pen-and-inks. Fortunately, some of the sketches escaped this sorry fate and have been preserved in their original glorious state to this day. Rembrandt’s mastery is yet another thing this interior door finish might remind you of each time you look at your doors.

Leonardo Batista
Example of a small beach style indoor pool house design in Miami

This masculine teen boy's bedroom is the perfect place for him to study, relax, listen to music and unwind after a long day at school or skiing with friends. The room features an upholstered bed with leather trim, a large geometric rug, a modern desk, and a corner seating area.

This beautiful dining space features a whimsical modern glass and brass light fixture, cobalt drapery and gorgeous views of the golf course and lake below. The comfortable seating area equally serves a casual dinner with family or a more formal dinner with friends.

This breathtaking two-story great room is the focal point of this mountain home with golf course and lake views and a cozy fireplace. The 23-foot-tall soaring ceilings and a large two-tier chandelier anchor the space. A deep cobalt blue velvet sofa provides ample seating, along with deep comfortable wood framed swivel chairs to take in the view. The client always admired her grandmother's blue velvet sofa as a child and requested that we re-create this beautiful memory for her in the family's new space. The 22' tall navy drapery frames the view perfectly and colorful modern artwork finishes off the grand space.

This beautiful marble owner's suite is an oasis from the noise of the outside world. With a steam shower, freestanding tub, luxury plumbing and lighting fixtures and marble tiles, it's truly an owner's dream bathroom.

The main level powder bath greets guests with a gorgeous cobalt blue wallpaper and gold accents. The black floating vanity grounds this elegant space. Lucite and gold cabinet handles and gold and crystal wall sconces add a dressy touch.

Small trendy single-wall beige floor and light wood floor laundry closet photo in San Francisco with white cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer/dryer, white countertops and flat-panel cabinets

A modern-meets-vintage farmhouse-style tiny house designed and built by Parlour & Palm in Portland, Oregon. This adorable space may be small, but it is mighty, and includes a kitchen, bathroom, living room, sleeping loft, and outdoor deck. Many of the features - including cabinets, shelves, hardware, lighting, furniture, and outlet covers - are salvaged and recycled.

This beautiful marble owner's suite is an oasis from the noise of the outside world. With a steam shower, freestanding tub, luxury plumbing and lighting fixtures and marble tiles, it's truly an owner's dream bathroom.

Classy and elegant living room. Grace Home Design. Photo Credit: David Agnello
Mountain style medium tone wood floor living room photo in Other with multicolored walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

This inviting bedroom features an impressive 84" tall upholstered bed that compliments the soaring ceilings and the beautiful views perfectly. This expansive space still feels cozy with layers of sumptuous bedding, drapery and a large wool rug. A quiet seating area in the corner provides the perfect spot to read or unwind in the evening with a glass of wine while watching the sun go down over the golf course and lake. The drapery is motorized to make blocking out the light as easy as the touch of a button. Finally, a large, graceful chandelier fills the space of the vaulted ceilings with an elegant finishing touch.

Example of a minimalist living room design in New York

The impressive Gameroom and Bar area of this home is expansive, including a pool table room, a fully functional bar with sink, undercounter refrigerator, and custom glass and brass shelving, a striking wine display area, and a large lounge area with 80" television and ample comfortable seating. This Gameroom and Bar is the perfect spot to entertain or to hang out and watch the game in comfort.

The grand kitchen in this beautiful home features dark wood cabinetry and full-height-slab quartzite backsplashes and countertops. The brushed brass hood with polished brass trim serves as a focal point and sets off the dark cabinetry beautifully. The side wall features a built-in luxury refrigerator, and an adjoining hallway features a walk-in pantry with a separate scullery/back kitchen area that features a steam oven and a second sink and dishwasher. This gourmet kitchen is truly a chef's dream. To the right, is a beautiful dining area featuring cobalt drapery, a fun modern chandelier and beautiful views of the golf course.

Leonardo Batista
Pool house - small coastal indoor pool house idea in Miami