One of our absolute favorite Instagram accounts is @maryellenskye. We love the design aesthetic of all her pictures. Her minimalistic approach with a flare of flowers, old charm and of course Nashville was enough for us to know we had to work on a collection with her. Mary Ellen's collection is a complete reflection of her minimalistic yet romantic love for home decor. Her home is inspired by a touch of southern charm with lots of flowers and nude tones. We asked her a few questions to find out what inspired her collection, what she loves and we even got a few tips on how to approach the decorating process.

After years of maintaining offices in a large office complex, our clients decided to establish home-based offices within existing unfinished (raw) space in the lower level of their home and, in so doing, invest in their financial future. The clients happen to be accountants so they view this finished project as a very good return on an investment. As an added bonus, by finishing previously unfinished square footage in their home, as you will see from the photos, they gained much more than just office space. When the clients met with LaMantia designer Gina Mazzone, CKD, CBD, their main request was for two offices and a nice home for their pool table. During the course of their meetings, Mazzone gathered information and offered ideas and, ultimately, drawings of possibilities. Our clients were amazed at all the function they were gaining. In addition to the sought after two offices, the clients gained an additional bathroom, an entertainment area, with a wet bar, a comfortable movie (or sports) viewing space plus the existing pool table now resides in a beautiful and inviting environment. And, of course, they also gained the much sought after extra storage areas.

This Phoenixville, PA kitchen remodel is the epitome of smart design. Every nook and cranny were accounted for in this smaller sized kitchen. Custom floor to ceiling cabinetry is fully loaded with thoughtful storage spots, including wall ovens, glass doors, pan racks, and a full-sized book shelf. The bold blue island with carefully detailed corbels is in stark contrast to the white shaker perimeter cabinetry. This well-thought-out detail brings the whole kitchen together. The stainless appliances are showcased by the simple style and trim work through the rest of the room. Horizontal deco tiles “frame” the range area to make the space seem larger. This design makes the most of the space while still fulfilling the homeowner’s transitional kitchen dreams.

This Phoenixville, PA kitchen remodel is the epitome of smart design. Every nook and cranny were accounted for in this smaller sized kitchen. Custom floor to ceiling cabinetry is fully loaded with thoughtful storage spots, including wall ovens, glass doors, pan racks, and a full-sized book shelf. The bold blue island with carefully detailed corbels is in stark contrast to the white shaker perimeter cabinetry. This well-thought-out detail brings the whole kitchen together. The stainless appliances are showcased by the simple style and trim work through the rest of the room. Horizontal deco tiles “frame” the range area to make the space seem larger. This design makes the most of the space while still fulfilling the homeowner’s transitional kitchen dreams.

After years of maintaining offices in a large office complex, our clients decided to establish home-based offices within existing unfinished (raw) space in the lower level of their home and, in so doing, invest in their financial future. The clients happen to be accountants so they view this finished project as a very good return on an investment. As an added bonus, by finishing previously unfinished square footage in their home, as you will see from the photos, they gained much more than just office space. When the clients met with LaMantia designer Gina Mazzone, CKD, CBD, their main request was for two offices and a nice home for their pool table. During the course of their meetings, Mazzone gathered information and offered ideas and, ultimately, drawings of possibilities. Our clients were amazed at all the function they were gaining. In addition to the sought after two offices, the clients gained an additional bathroom, an entertainment area, with a wet bar, a comfortable movie (or sports) viewing space plus the existing pool table now resides in a beautiful and inviting environment. And, of course, they also gained the much sought after extra storage areas.

When Charlene’s family of four decided to move out of Manhattan, she reached out to Decor Aid, for assistance in furnishing and decorating the family’s new home in Westchester. Although she had already decorated a few upstairs rooms, Charlene needed help in sourcing and decorating the entire bottom floor of her house, and wanted the new home to feel reflective of her young family. The original goal for the project was to infuse three separate design influences. First and foremost, we had to account for Charlene’s personal taste, which is a contemporary take on the mid-century modernist aesthetic. Second, we had to account for the house’s country-modern stylings. And finally, at the request of Charlene’s two young children, we had to incorporate primary colors, to fit the family’s fun and comfortable vibe. Charlene wanted to furnish her home with a blue and grey color scheme, but didn’t want her new space to be stifled by this preference. To keep the home from feeling sterile, we incorporated heavily-textured accessories, fabrics, and rugs. And to contrast the modern with the familial, primary-colored art pieces were set against larger, neutral furnishings. We sourced a custom-made wood dining-room table, and other wood furniture pieces, to bridge the gap between the house’s country-modern vibe and Charlene’s own personal aesthetic. Because of the home’s open floor plan, all of the rooms had to feel continuous, while being differentiated from each-other. So we added large area rugs, in the dining room, living room, and foyer, to distinguish each room. A large sectional sofa faces away from the kitchen, and is backed by a custom-made wood console table, to further separate the rooms. Colorful accent pillows and decorative geometric objects were added throughout the home, to further distinguish each room, and to offset the tasteful, neutral palette. The final effect is a highly elegant and wholly modern interpretation of the American suburban home.

Design Builders & Remodeling is a one stop shop operation. From the start, design solutions are strongly rooted in practical applications and experience. Project planning takes into account the realities of the construction process and mindful of your established budget. All the work is centralized in one firm reducing the chances of costly or time consuming surprises. A solid partnership with solid professionals to help you realize your dreams for a new or improved home. This classic Connecticut home was bought by a growing family. The house was in an ideal location but needed to be expanded. Design Builders & Remodeling almost doubled the square footage of the home. Creating a new sunny and spacious master bedroom, new guestroom, laundry room, garage, kids bathroom, expanded and renovated the kitchen, family room, and playroom. The upgrades and addition is seamlessly and thoughtfully integrated to the original footprint.

HELLO MTR Family!!! We want to open this new year by posting a picture of one of our favorite jobs of the last year. This job was very special to us because of how unique and loving the clients were. We loved working with them and creating this patio for them was a true delight! We added the flagstone concrete slab, a custom enclosed grill, a custom brick bench, a single-slope cedar wood roof with the finest materials and designs, a tongue and groove deck roof, a custom-brick post accent to match the house, and altered their gutter system to account for the new addition.

The Appledale Crescent Total Home Transformation was a comprehensive whole-home renovation in Waterloo, Ontario. Havenridge Build managed the project from planning and design through construction and final completion, transforming the existing home into a bright, functional and cohesive space designed for modern family living. The renovation brought the home’s kitchen, bathrooms, living areas, bedrooms and other interior spaces together with a consistent transitional design. Thoughtful layouts, timeless finishes, custom details and quality craftsmanship were used throughout to improve functionality while giving the entire home a fresh, unified appearance. This project reflects Havenridge Build’s full-service design-build approach, with one accountable team coordinating the renovation from beginning to end.

The Appledale Crescent Total Home Transformation was a comprehensive whole-home renovation in Waterloo, Ontario. Havenridge Build managed the project from planning and design through construction and final completion, transforming the existing home into a bright, functional and cohesive space designed for modern family living. The renovation brought the home’s kitchen, bathrooms, living areas, bedrooms and other interior spaces together with a consistent transitional design. Thoughtful layouts, timeless finishes, custom details and quality craftsmanship were used throughout to improve functionality while giving the entire home a fresh, unified appearance. This project reflects Havenridge Build’s full-service design-build approach, with one accountable team coordinating the renovation from beginning to end.

The Appledale Crescent Total Home Transformation was a comprehensive whole-home renovation in Waterloo, Ontario. Havenridge Build managed the project from planning and design through construction and final completion, transforming the existing home into a bright, functional and cohesive space designed for modern family living. The renovation brought the home’s kitchen, bathrooms, living areas, bedrooms and other interior spaces together with a consistent transitional design. Thoughtful layouts, timeless finishes, custom details and quality craftsmanship were used throughout to improve functionality while giving the entire home a fresh, unified appearance. This project reflects Havenridge Build’s full-service design-build approach, with one accountable team coordinating the renovation from beginning to end.

The Appledale Crescent Total Home Transformation was a comprehensive whole-home renovation in Waterloo, Ontario. Havenridge Build managed the project from planning and design through construction and final completion, transforming the existing home into a bright, functional and cohesive space designed for modern family living. The renovation brought the home’s kitchen, bathrooms, living areas, bedrooms and other interior spaces together with a consistent transitional design. Thoughtful layouts, timeless finishes, custom details and quality craftsmanship were used throughout to improve functionality while giving the entire home a fresh, unified appearance. This project reflects Havenridge Build’s full-service design-build approach, with one accountable team coordinating the renovation from beginning to end.

The Appledale Crescent Total Home Transformation was a comprehensive whole-home renovation in Waterloo, Ontario. Havenridge Build managed the project from planning and design through construction and final completion, transforming the existing home into a bright, functional and cohesive space designed for modern family living. The renovation brought the home’s kitchen, bathrooms, living areas, bedrooms and other interior spaces together with a consistent transitional design. Thoughtful layouts, timeless finishes, custom details and quality craftsmanship were used throughout to improve functionality while giving the entire home a fresh, unified appearance. This project reflects Havenridge Build’s full-service design-build approach, with one accountable team coordinating the renovation from beginning to end.

For fifty years the Panaccio family has been known as detail oriented builders and general contractors in the Delaware Valley. Alesio Panaccio the owner of AD Panaccio Inc began working in the family business 25 years ago. Today his company oversees a varied array of residential and commercial construction jobs. Yearly projects include major residential additions, kitchens, baths, finished basements, porches and decks, as well as commercial and handicap compliant contruction. Whatever the project though, it isn’t simply the fine craftsmanship that sets AD Panaccio’s work apart from the competition. It is the personal touch and availability of Al Panaccio himself and the other members of the Pannaccio team. This makes home owners and business owners comfortable during the construction process, and satisfied upon the works completion. This personal touch also accounts for the companies reputation and why they continue to receive 5 star reviews on various search engines, web sites and with Servicemagic. AD Pannaccio Serves Philadelphia and the Surrounding Communities Including: The Main Line, Upper Darby, Havertown, Broomall, Newtown Square, Bala Cynwyd, Merion, Narberth, Ardmore, Haverford, Gladwynne, Bryn Mawr, Villanova, Wayne, Paoli, Malvern, West Chester, and Media.

The Appledale Crescent Total Home Transformation was a comprehensive whole-home renovation in Waterloo, Ontario. Havenridge Build managed the project from planning and design through construction and final completion, transforming the existing home into a bright, functional and cohesive space designed for modern family living. The renovation brought the home’s kitchen, bathrooms, living areas, bedrooms and other interior spaces together with a consistent transitional design. Thoughtful layouts, timeless finishes, custom details and quality craftsmanship were used throughout to improve functionality while giving the entire home a fresh, unified appearance. This project reflects Havenridge Build’s full-service design-build approach, with one accountable team coordinating the renovation from beginning to end.

The Appledale Crescent Total Home Transformation was a comprehensive whole-home renovation in Waterloo, Ontario. Havenridge Build managed the project from planning and design through construction and final completion, transforming the existing home into a bright, functional and cohesive space designed for modern family living. The renovation brought the home’s kitchen, bathrooms, living areas, bedrooms and other interior spaces together with a consistent transitional design. Thoughtful layouts, timeless finishes, custom details and quality craftsmanship were used throughout to improve functionality while giving the entire home a fresh, unified appearance. This project reflects Havenridge Build’s full-service design-build approach, with one accountable team coordinating the renovation from beginning to end.

The Appledale Crescent Total Home Transformation was a comprehensive whole-home renovation in Waterloo, Ontario. Havenridge Build managed the project from planning and design through construction and final completion, transforming the existing home into a bright, functional and cohesive space designed for modern family living. The renovation brought the home’s kitchen, bathrooms, living areas, bedrooms and other interior spaces together with a consistent transitional design. Thoughtful layouts, timeless finishes, custom details and quality craftsmanship were used throughout to improve functionality while giving the entire home a fresh, unified appearance. This project reflects Havenridge Build’s full-service design-build approach, with one accountable team coordinating the renovation from beginning to end.

The Appledale Crescent Total Home Transformation was a comprehensive whole-home renovation in Waterloo, Ontario. Havenridge Build managed the project from planning and design through construction and final completion, transforming the existing home into a bright, functional and cohesive space designed for modern family living. The renovation brought the home’s kitchen, bathrooms, living areas, bedrooms and other interior spaces together with a consistent transitional design. Thoughtful layouts, timeless finishes, custom details and quality craftsmanship were used throughout to improve functionality while giving the entire home a fresh, unified appearance. This project reflects Havenridge Build’s full-service design-build approach, with one accountable team coordinating the renovation from beginning to end.

The Appledale Crescent Total Home Transformation was a comprehensive whole-home renovation in Waterloo, Ontario. Havenridge Build managed the project from planning and design through construction and final completion, transforming the existing home into a bright, functional and cohesive space designed for modern family living. The renovation brought the home’s kitchen, bathrooms, living areas, bedrooms and other interior spaces together with a consistent transitional design. Thoughtful layouts, timeless finishes, custom details and quality craftsmanship were used throughout to improve functionality while giving the entire home a fresh, unified appearance. This project reflects Havenridge Build’s full-service design-build approach, with one accountable team coordinating the renovation from beginning to end.