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Ron Rosenzweig
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Garage - contemporary one-car garage idea in Miami
Garage - contemporary one-car garage idea in Miami

Spectacular unobstructed views of the Bay, Bridge, Alcatraz, San Francisco skyline and the rolling hills of Marin greet you from almost every window of this stunning Provençal Villa located in the acclaimed Middle Ridge neighborhood of Mill Valley. Built in 2000, this exclusive 5 bedroom, 5+ bath estate was thoughtfully designed by architect Jorge de Quesada to provide a classically elegant backdrop for today’s active lifestyle. Perfectly positioned on over half an acre with flat lawns and an award winning garden there is unmatched sense of privacy just minutes from the shops and restaurants of downtown Mill Valley.
A curved stone staircase leads from the charming entry gate to the private front lawn and on to the grand hand carved front door. A gracious formal entry and wide hall opens out to the main living spaces of the home and out to the view beyond. The Venetian plaster walls and soaring ceilings provide an open airy feeling to the living room and country chef’s kitchen, while three sets of oversized French doors lead onto the Jerusalem Limestone patios and bring in the panoramic views.
The chef’s kitchen is the focal point of the warm welcoming great room and features a range-top and double wall ovens, two dishwashers, marble counters and sinks with Waterworks fixtures. The tile backsplash behind the range pays homage to Monet’s Giverny kitchen. A fireplace offers up a cozy sitting area to lounge and watch television or curl up with a book. There is ample space for a farm table for casual dining. In addition to a well-appointed formal living room, the main level of this estate includes an office, stunning library/den with faux tortoise detailing, butler’s pantry, powder room, and a wonderful indoor/outdoor flow allowing the spectacular setting to envelop every space.
A wide staircase leads up to the four main bedrooms of home. There is a spacious master suite complete with private balcony and French doors showcasing the views. The suite features his and her baths complete with walk – in closets, and steam showers. In hers there is a sumptuous soaking tub positioned to make the most of the view. Two additional bedrooms share a bath while the third is en-suite. The laundry room features a second set of stairs leading back to the butler’s pantry, garage and outdoor areas.
The lowest level of the home includes a legal second unit complete with kitchen, spacious walk in closet, private entry and patio area. In addition to interior access to the second unit there is a spacious exercise room, the potential for a poolside kitchenette, second laundry room, and secure storage area primed to become a state of the art tasting room/wine cellar.
From the main level the spacious entertaining patio leads you out to the magnificent grounds and pool area. Designed by Steve Stucky, the gardens were featured on the 2007 Mill Valley Outdoor Art Club tour.
A level lawn leads to the focal point of the grounds; the iconic “Crags Head” outcropping favored by hikers as far back as the 19th century. The perfect place to stop for lunch and take in the spectacular view. The Century old Sonoma Olive trees and lavender plantings add a Mediterranean touch to the two lawn areas that also include an antique fountain, and a charming custom Barbara Butler playhouse.
Inspired by Provence and built to exacting standards this charming villa provides an elegant yet welcoming environment designed to meet the needs of today’s active lifestyle while staying true to its Continental roots creating a warm and inviting space ready to call home.
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Split Level 1970 home of a young and active family of four. The main public spaces in this home were remodeled to create a fresh, clean look.
The Jack + Mare demo'd the kitchen and dining room down to studs and removed the wall between the kitchen/dining and living room to create an open concept space with a clean and fresh new kitchen and dining with ample storage. Now the family can all be together and enjoy one another's company even if mom or dad is busy in the kitchen prepping the next meal.
The custom white cabinets and the blue accent island (and walls) really give a nice clean and fun feel to the space. The island has a gorgeous local solid slab of wood on top. A local artisan salvaged and milled up the big leaf maple for this project. In fact, the tree was from the University of Portland's campus located right where the client once rode the bus to school when she was a child. So it's an extra special custom piece! (fun fact: there is a bullet lodged in the wood that is visible...we estimate it was shot into the tree 30-35 years ago!)
The 'public' spaces were given a brand new waterproof luxury vinyl wide plank tile. With 2 young daughters, a large golden retriever and elderly cat, the durable floor was a must.
project scope at quick glance:
- demo'd and rebuild kitchen and dining room.
- removed wall separating kitchen/dining and living room
- removed carpet and installed new flooring in public spaces
- removed stair carpet and gave fresh black and white paint
- painted all public spaces
- new hallway doorknob harware
- all new LED lighting (kitchen, dining, living room and hallway)
Jason Quigley Photography

The local climate ensures that the outdoor eating area off the main dining room is often enjoyed.
Inspiration for a timeless backyard patio remodel in Miami with no cover
Inspiration for a timeless backyard patio remodel in Miami with no cover

Gabe's art station and display wall.
Photos by LauraChristinPhotography.com
Bedroom and mid-sized eclectic boy carpeted kids' bedroom photo in San Diego with gray walls
Bedroom and mid-sized eclectic boy carpeted kids' bedroom photo in San Diego with gray walls

Amanda Beattie - Boston Virtual Imaging
Indoor basketball/tennis/multi-game court - contemporary gray floor indoor basketball/tennis/multi-game court idea in Boston with gray walls
Indoor basketball/tennis/multi-game court - contemporary gray floor indoor basketball/tennis/multi-game court idea in Boston with gray walls

This energetic and inviting space offers entertainment, relaxation, quiet comfort or spirited revelry for the whole family. The fan wall proudly and safely displays treasures from favorite teams adding life and energy to the space while bringing the whole room together.

Photography by Rebecca Lehde
Large trendy gender-neutral carpeted home climbing wall photo in Charleston with white walls
Large trendy gender-neutral carpeted home climbing wall photo in Charleston with white walls

DSA Master Crafted Doors
Photographed by: Cristina (Avgerinos) McDonald
Example of a cottage front door design in Raleigh with green walls and a dark wood front door
Example of a cottage front door design in Raleigh with green walls and a dark wood front door

The beautiful lake house that finally got the beautiful kitchen to match. A sizable project that involved removing walls and reconfiguring spaces with the goal to create a more usable space for this active family that loves to entertain. The kitchen island is massive - so much room for cooking, projects and entertaining. The family loves their open pantry - a great functional space that is easy to access everything the family needs from a coffee bar to the mini bar complete with ice machine and mini glass front fridge. The results of a great collaboration with the homeowners who had tricky spaces to work with.

custom made vanity cabinet
Freestanding bathtub - large 1960s master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile, blue floor and double-sink freestanding bathtub idea in Little Rock with dark wood cabinets, white walls, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops, a freestanding vanity, an undermount sink and flat-panel cabinets
Freestanding bathtub - large 1960s master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile, blue floor and double-sink freestanding bathtub idea in Little Rock with dark wood cabinets, white walls, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops, a freestanding vanity, an undermount sink and flat-panel cabinets

Doug Burke Photography
Example of a huge trendy open concept light wood floor home gym design in Salt Lake City with no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and beige walls
Example of a huge trendy open concept light wood floor home gym design in Salt Lake City with no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and beige walls

Four Season porch now serves as an ideal kids play area. This space is positioned adjacent to the open floor plan which includes the Kitchen, Dining and Family Rooms.
Landmark Photography

Ric Marder Imagery
Playroom - traditional gender-neutral medium tone wood floor playroom idea in New York with beige walls
Playroom - traditional gender-neutral medium tone wood floor playroom idea in New York with beige walls

Photography by Peter Vanderwarker
This Second Empire house is a narrative woven about its circulation. At the street, a quietly fanciful stoop reaches to greet one's arrival. Inside and out, Victorian details are playfully reinterpreted and celebrated in fabulous and whimsical spaces for a growing family -
Double story kitchen with open cylindrical breakfast room
Parents' and Children's libraries
Secret playspaces
Top floor sky-lit courtyard
Writing room and hidden library
Basement parking
Media Room
Landscape of exterior rooms: The site is conceived as a string of rooms: a landscaped drive-way court, a lawn for play, a sunken court, a serene shade garden, a New England flower garden.
The stair grows out of the garden level ordering the surrounding rooms as it rises to a light filled courtyard at the Master suite on the top floor. On each level the rooms are arranged in a circuit around the stair core, making a series of distinct suites for the children, for the parents, and for their common activities.
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