Front Exterior Photographer: Casey Spring
Coastal gray two-story gable roof idea in Grand Rapids with a shingle roof

Mountain style porch idea with a fire pit and a roof extension

Large 1960s white split-level vinyl flat roof idea

Dennis Mayer Photography
Arts and crafts wood exterior home photo in San Francisco

Spacious luxury custom home with wood ceiling beams and vast windows.
Inspiration for a huge transitional open concept light wood floor and exposed beam living room remodel in Minneapolis

Rachael Stollar
Contemporary wood exterior home idea in New York

Architecture & Interior Design: David Heide Design Studio Photos: Susan Gilmore Photography
Arts and crafts u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, green backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and a peninsula

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.

Front Porch
Example of a mid-sized classic gray two-story wood gable roof design

Example of a transitional dining room design in Minneapolis

Spring 2015, five years after the initial installation, I returned to provide seasonal maintenance and plan a revamping of the overgrown perennials. See additional photos for final product.

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in Atlanta

Situated on a 3.5 acre, oak-studded ridge atop Santa Barbara's Riviera, the Greene Compound is a 6,500 square foot custom residence with guest house and pool capturing spectacular views of the City, Coastal Islands to the south, and La Cumbre peak to the north. Carefully sited to kiss the tips of many existing large oaks, the home is rustic Mediterranean in style which blends integral color plaster walls with Santa Barbara sandstone and cedar board and batt. Landscape Architect Lane Goodkind restored the native grass meadow and added a stream bio-swale which complements the rural setting. 20' mahogany, pocketing sliding doors maximize the indoor / outdoor Santa Barbara lifestyle by opening the living spaces to the pool and island view beyond. A monumental exterior fireplace and camp-style margarita bar add to this romantic living. Discreetly buried in the mission tile roof, solar panels help to offset the home's overall energy consumption. Truly an amazing and unique property, the Greene Residence blends in beautifully with the pastoral setting of the ridge while complementing and enhancing this Riviera neighborhood.

Inspiration for a contemporary home gym remodel in Santa Barbara

Mud room with built in lockers.
Example of a large beach style gray floor mudroom design in New York with white walls and a black front door

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Example of a mid-sized trendy u-shaped light wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen design in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Example of a small trendy stone tile porcelain tile walk-in shower design in New Orleans with a wall-mount sink and a wall-mount toilet

Tradition meets modern in this open concept full home remodel by DJL Builders. A spacious entry opens immediately to formal dining highlighted with a stacked-stone fireplace. Connected living and kitchen keep the open concept flowing. Upstairs, the master suite is capped in dramatic style with a centered jet tub and walk-in shower flanked by his-and-her vanities. A walk-in closet is hidden behind the back wall. Let DJL Builders design and build your dream home. Give us a call today! Project Location: Plymouth, MI CJ South Photography

In this kitchen, the blue base cabinets pack a punch of color, while the white uppers and backsplash create a light and airy space that looks bigger than the actual square footage. These floating shelves (stained to compliment the flooring) were designed display the clients beautiful handmade ceramic collection.