Example of a mid-sized mountain style backyard concrete patio design with a roof extension and a fire pit

Updated an old family room that was dark and outdated and brought new light with sliding glass door to allow main floor access to pool, recessed lighting to replace outdated lighting and ceiling fan, built in stereo system, custom shelving and new flooring to compliment other updates we provided in home adjacent. Was an inexpensive update that completely transformed room.

Published in Midwest Home October 2012 Architects: TEA2 Photographer: Susan Gilmore
Eat-in kitchen - huge traditional eat-in kitchen idea in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Garage - large attached two-car garage idea in Toronto

This Master Suite while being spacious, was poorly planned in the beginning. Master Bathroom and Walk-in Closet were small relative to the Bedroom size. Bathroom, being a maze of turns, offered a poor traffic flow. It only had basic fixtures and was never decorated to look like a living space. Geometry of the Bedroom (long and stretched) allowed to use some of its' space to build two Walk-in Closets while the original walk-in closet space was added to adjacent Bathroom. New Master Bathroom layout has changed dramatically (walls, door, and fixtures moved). The new space was carefully planned for two people using it at once with no sacrifice to the comfort. New shower is huge. It stretches wall-to-wall and has a full length bench with granite top. Frame-less glass enclosure partially sits on the tub platform (it is a drop-in tub). Tiles on the walls and on the floor are of the same collection. Elegant, time-less, neutral - something you would enjoy for years. This selection leaves no boundaries on the decor. Beautiful open shelf vanity cabinet was actually made by the Home Owners! They both were actively involved into the process of creating their new oasis. New Master Suite has two separate Walk-in Closets. Linen closet which used to be a part of the Bathroom, is now accessible from the hallway. Master Bedroom, still big, looks stunning. It reflects taste and life style of the Home Owners and blends in with the overall style of the House. Some of the furniture in the Bedroom was also made by the Home Owners.

Nancy Nolan Photography
Playroom - mid-sized transitional gender-neutral carpeted playroom idea in Little Rock

Modern kitchen with rift-cut white oak cabinetry and a natural stone island.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary light wood floor and beige floor kitchen remodel in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, beige backsplash, quartz backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and beige countertops

A new English Tudor Style residence, outfitted with all the amenities required for a growing family, includes this third-floor space that was developed into an exciting children’s play space. Tucked above the children’s bedroom wing and up a back stair, this space is a counterpoint to the formal areas of the house and provides the kids a place all their own. Large dormer windows allow for a light-filled space. Maple for the floor and end wall provides a warm and durable surface needed to accommodate such activities as basketball, indoor hockey, and the occasional bicycle. A sound-deadening floor system minimizes noise transmission to the spaces below.

Hot tub - rustic hot tub idea in Manchester

Garage - large attached two-car garage idea in Toronto

Inspiration for a timeless patio remodel in San Francisco

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary slate floor and gray floor open concept kitchen remodel in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, quartzite countertops and no island

Inspiration for a large attached one-car garage remodel in Toronto

Example of a transitional gray floor hallway design in DC Metro with white walls

Urban garage photo in Miami

Inspiration for a large attached two-car garage remodel in Toronto

Inspiration for a large attached one-car garage remodel in Toronto

Ready to create something beautiful and sustainable in your backyard? These clients renovated a detached garage into the pool cabana of their dreams! A sliding glass door pockets into the wall for a seamless connection to the outdoors. An awning provides shade and windows on every side of the building allow for cooling breezes to flow through. Efficient LED lights, an energy saving mini-split HVAC unit, and a modern fan centrally located in the space are key energy saving features. Let's design your dream space today!

Garry S. Dodd
Elegant laundry room photo in Philadelphia