Having grown up in the area, our customers knew they wanted to stay in their Fairfax home long-term. However, the original design proved to be too small for their growing family and didn't suit their needs. With the addition of an upper level on one side of the house, the family added two bedrooms and a bathroom for their children, reconfigured the home's entryway, updated all other bathrooms, and updated the basement & fireplace.

Situated in the heart of the Lake Claire neighborhood in Atlanta, GA, this renovation included a full kitchen remodel, the addition of a screened porch, renovation of the primary and children’s jack ‘n jill bath, and the buildout of third-floor attic space to incorporate an entertainment room, a podcast studio, and a full bathroom. The overall objective was to give the clients more living space, while updating the existing kitchen and bathrooms to make them more suitable for their modern lifestyle.

Diane and Blaine wanted a recreational property in the mountains where they could enjoy their time together, and also share a getaway with ample space for their three adult children. They decided that in addition to having their own space, children and guests could also enjoy a carriage house and “the bunkhouse” while still cherishing time together. The property lies under the amazing mountains of Golden, BC.

Having grown up in the area, our customers knew they wanted to stay in their Fairfax home long-term. However, the original design proved to be too small for their growing family and didn't suit their needs. With the addition of an upper level on one side of the house, the family added two bedrooms and a bathroom for their children, reconfigured the home's entryway, updated all other bathrooms, and updated the basement & fireplace.

Small loft doubles in size to create the perfect play area.
Example of a mid-sized gender-neutral carpeted and beige floor playroom design in Orange County with white walls

To help maximise the full use of a wardrobe, adding a selection of clever internal wardrobe storage can create a functional area that works for individual needs, for example to allocate wardrobe for a favourite pair of shoes or to store children’s toys. Options include additional rail sections to hang coats, or open-shelving and drawer options to store smaller belongings – all of which keep a shared space organised and tidy.

Small loft doubles in size to create the perfect play area.
Inspiration for a mid-sized open concept beige floor family room remodel in Orange County with white walls and no tv

Having grown up in the area, our customers knew they wanted to stay in their Fairfax home long-term. However, the original design proved to be too small for their growing family and didn't suit their needs. With the addition of an upper level on one side of the house, the family added two bedrooms and a bathroom for their children, reconfigured the home's entryway, updated all other bathrooms, and updated the basement & fireplace.

Having grown up in the area, our customers knew they wanted to stay in their Fairfax home long-term. However, the original design proved to be too small for their growing family and didn't suit their needs. With the addition of an upper level on one side of the house, the family added two bedrooms and a bathroom for their children, reconfigured the home's entryway, updated all other bathrooms, and updated the basement & fireplace.

To help maximise the full use of a wardrobe, adding a selection of clever internal wardrobe storage can create a functional area that works for individual needs, for example to allocate wardrobe for a favourite pair of shoes or to store children’s toys. Options include additional rail sections to hang coats, or open-shelving and drawer options to store smaller belongings – all of which keep a shared space organised and tidy.

To help maximise the full use of a wardrobe, adding a selection of clever internal wardrobe storage can create a functional area that works for individual needs, for example to allocate wardrobe for a favourite pair of shoes or to store children’s toys. Options include additional rail sections to hang coats, or open-shelving and drawer options to store smaller belongings – all of which keep a shared space organised and tidy.

Side addition and full renovation to a bungalow. Relocated stairs to fully redesign interior spaces and improve the circulation. New Side entry mudroom at grade enters into existing house at mid-level on new stairs. Custom millwork built-ins for children's coat lockers, shoe cubbies, mail cubbies, and bench seat. Photography and design by FitzHarris Designs.FitzHarris Designs

The beautiful, old barn on this Topsfield estate was at risk of being demolished. Before approaching Mathew Cummings, the homeowner had met with several architects about the structure, and they had all told her that it needed to be torn down. Thankfully, for the sake of the barn and the owner, Cummings Architects has a long and distinguished history of preserving some of the oldest timber framed homes and barns in the U.S. Once the homeowner realized that the barn was not only salvageable, but could be transformed into a new living space that was as utilitarian as it was stunning, the design ideas began flowing fast. In the end, the design came together in a way that met all the family’s needs with all the warmth and style you’d expect in such a venerable, old building. On the ground level of this 200-year old structure, a garage offers ample room for three cars, including one loaded up with kids and groceries. Just off the garage is the mudroom – a large but quaint space with an exposed wood ceiling, custom-built seat with period detailing, and a powder room. The vanity in the powder room features a vanity that was built using salvaged wood and reclaimed bluestone sourced right on the property. Original, exposed timbers frame an expansive, two-story family room that leads, through classic French doors, to a new deck adjacent to the large, open backyard. On the second floor, salvaged barn doors lead to the master suite which features a bright bedroom and bath as well as a custom walk-in closet with his and hers areas separated by a black walnut island. In the master bath, hand-beaded boards surround a claw-foot tub, the perfect place to relax after a long day. In addition, the newly restored and renovated barn features a mid-level exercise studio and a children’s playroom that connects to the main house. From a derelict relic that was slated for demolition to a warmly inviting and beautifully utilitarian living space, this barn has undergone an almost magical transformation to become a beautiful addition and asset to this stately home.

Photo: Margot Hartford © 2015 Houzz Landscape Design: Chris Kukula http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/56354604/list/my-houzz-backyard-cottage-office-and-an-artful-low-water-garden

Having grown up in the area, our customers knew they wanted to stay in their Fairfax home long-term. However, the original design proved to be too small for their growing family and didn't suit their needs. With the addition of an upper level on one side of the house, the family added two bedrooms and a bathroom for their children, reconfigured the home's entryway, updated all other bathrooms, and updated the basement & fireplace.

Addition to the house included this mudroom for the 2 children in the house. Slate floors and plenty of hooks and nooks to store Seattle rain soaked clothing. Scott Chytil Photography

Kids' bedroom - bedroom transitional girl carpeted, beige floor and wallpaper kids' bedroom idea in San Francisco with white walls

To help maximise the full use of a wardrobe, adding a selection of clever internal wardrobe storage can create a functional area that works for individual needs, for example to allocate wardrobe for a favourite pair of shoes or to store children’s toys. Options include additional rail sections to hang coats, or open-shelving and drawer options to store smaller belongings – all of which keep a shared space organised and tidy.

This project involved a 520 SF addition, expanding their 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home with a new bedroom, closet, bathroom, and office space. With a growing family, the homeowners sought to create dedicated areas for their children as they matured. Additionally, given their work-from-home lifestyle, the extra office space became a necessity, providing them with the functional work environment required for their professional endeavors.