Our design team came up with some great solutions! First, we added the fireplace to extend outdoor enjoyment into the cooler months. Of course, the roof and screens make rainy summer afternoons a bit more enjoyable, too. We also agreed to add four 24X48 skylights to the roof so that the light would continue to illuminate the interior of the home.

Stone floor in new cathedral ceiling screened porch. V-groove ceiling boards, clapboard siding and bead-board paneling.
Classic stone screened-in back porch idea in DC Metro

Stone floor in new cathedral ceiling screened porch. V-groove ceiling boards, clapboard siding and bead-board paneling.
This is an example of a traditional stone screened-in back porch design in DC Metro.

Our design team came up with some great solutions! First, we added the fireplace to extend outdoor enjoyment into the cooler months. Of course, the roof and screens make rainy summer afternoons a bit more enjoyable, too. We also agreed to add four 24X48 skylights to the roof so that the light would continue to illuminate the interior of the home.

Our design team came up with some great solutions! First, we added the fireplace to extend outdoor enjoyment into the cooler months. Of course, the roof and screens make rainy summer afternoons a bit more enjoyable, too. We also agreed to add four 24X48 skylights to the roof so that the light would continue to illuminate the interior of the home.

Our design team came up with some great solutions! First, we added the fireplace to extend outdoor enjoyment into the cooler months. Of course, the roof and screens make rainy summer afternoons a bit more enjoyable, too. We also agreed to add four 24X48 skylights to the roof so that the light would continue to illuminate the interior of the home.

Large trendy screened-in back porch idea in Sacramento with decking and a roof extension

Stone floor in new cathedral ceiling screened porch with ties. V-groove ceiling boards, clapboard siding and bead-board paneling.
Inspiration for a timeless stone screened-in back porch remodel in DC Metro

This old farmhouse (ca. late 18th century) has undergone many renovations over the years. Spring Creek Design added its stamp in 2008, with a small mudroom addition and a complete interior renovation. The addition encompasses a 1st floor mudroom with extensive cabinetry and closetry. Upon entering the space from the driveway, cabinet and countertop space is provided to accommodate incoming grocery bags. Next in line are a series of “lockers” and cubbies - just right for coats, hats and book bags. Further inside is a wrap-around window seat with cedar shoe racks beneath. A stainless steel dog feeding station rounds out the amenities - all built atop a natural Vermont slate floor. On the lower level, the addition features a full bathroom and a “Dude Pod” - a compact work and play space for the resident code monkey. Outfitted with a stand-up desk and an electronic drum kit, one needs only emerge for Mountain Dew refills and familial visits. Within the existing space, we added an ensuite bathroom for the third floor bedroom. The second floor bathroom and first floor powder room were also gutted and remodeled. The master bedroom was extensively remodeled - given a vaulted ceiling and a wall of floor-to-roof built-ins accessed with a rolling ladder. An extensive, multi-level deck and screen house was added to provide outdoor living space, with secure, dry storage below. Design Criteria: - Update house with a high sustainability standard. - Provide bathroom for daughters’ third floor bedroom. - Update remaining bathrooms - Update cramped, low ceilinged master bedroom - Provide mudroom/entryway solutions. - Provide a window seating space with good visibility of back and side yards – to keep an eye on the kids at play. - Replace old deck with a updated deck/screen porch combination. - Update sitting room with a wood stove and mantle. Special Features: - Insulated Concrete Forms used for Dude Pod foundation. - Soy-based spray foam insulation used in the addition and master bedroom. - Paperstone countertops in mudroom. - Zero-VOC paints and finishes used throughout the project. - All decking and trim for the deck/screen porch is made from 100% recycled HDPE (milk jugs, soda, water bottles) - High efficiency combination washer/dryer.

Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography The Hasserton is a sleek take on the waterfront home. This multi-level design exudes modern chic as well as the comfort of a family cottage. The sprawling main floor footprint offers homeowners areas to lounge, a spacious kitchen, a formal dining room, access to outdoor living, and a luxurious master bedroom suite. The upper level features two additional bedrooms and a loft, while the lower level is the entertainment center of the home. A curved beverage bar sits adjacent to comfortable sitting areas. A guest bedroom and exercise facility are also located on this floor.

Complete gut rehabilitation and addition of this Second Empire Victorian home. White trim, new stucco, new asphalt shingle roofing with white gutters and downspouts. Awarded the Highland Park, Illinois 2017 Historic Preservation Award in Excellence in Rehabilitation. Custom white kitchen inset cabinets with panelized refrigerator and freezer. Wolf and sub zero appliances. Completely remodeled floor plans. Garage addition with screen porch above. Walk out basement and mudroom.

Part of an addition on the back of the home, this outdoor kitchen space is brand new to a pair of homeowners who love to entertain, cook, and most important to this space - grill. A new covered back porch makes space for an outdoor living area along with a highly functioning kitchen. Cabinets are from NatureKast and are Weatherproof outdoor cabinets. The appliances are mostly from Blaze including a 34" Pro Grill, 30" Griddle, and 42" vent hood. The 30" Warming Drawer under the griddle is from Dacor. The sink is a Blanco Quatrus single-bowl undermount. The other major focal point is the brick work in the outdoor kitchen and entire exterior addition. The original brick from ACME is still made today, but only in 4 of the 6 colors in that palette. We carefully demo'ed brick from the existing exterior wall to utilize on the side to blend into the existing brick, and then used new brick only on the columns and on the back face of the home. The brick screen wall behind the cooking surface was custom laid to create a special cross pattern. This allows for better air flow and lets the evening west sun come into the space.

The Stafford showcases a desire for simple beauty and honest craftsmanship. It features classic styles for contemporary living without sacrificing style or substance. Exterior details include timber, cedar shake, and stone, giving the Stafford a timeless appeal. On the first floor, a spacious foyer leads to an octagon-shaped living room. Nearby, a large kitchen and the hearth room boast raised ceilings and serve as the heart of the home. The adjacent octagonal dining room is open to the second floor, while a nearby large screen porch and hot tub off the kitchen blends indoor and outdoor spaces. With the addition of Phantom’s motorized retractable screens, the porch is transformed into an outdoor living space that’s protected from the elements.

The Stafford showcases a desire for simple beauty and honest craftsmanship. It features classic styles for contemporary living without sacrificing style or substance. Exterior details include timber, cedar shake, and stone, giving the Stafford a timeless appeal. On the first floor, a spacious foyer leads to an octagon-shaped living room. Nearby, a large kitchen and the hearth room boast raised ceilings and serve as the heart of the home. The adjacent octagonal dining room is open to the second floor, while a nearby large screen porch and hot tub off the kitchen blends indoor and outdoor spaces. With the addition of Phantom’s motorized retractable screens, the porch is transformed into an outdoor living space that’s protected from the elements.

The Stafford showcases a desire for simple beauty and honest craftsmanship. It features classic styles for contemporary living without sacrificing style or substance. Exterior details include timber, cedar shake, and stone, giving the Stafford a timeless appeal. On the first floor, a spacious foyer leads to an octagon-shaped living room. Nearby, a large kitchen and the hearth room boast raised ceilings and serve as the heart of the home. The adjacent octagonal dining room is open to the second floor, while a nearby large screen porch and hot tub off the kitchen blends indoor and outdoor spaces. With the addition of Phantom’s motorized retractable screens, the porch is transformed into an outdoor living space that’s protected from the elements.

The Stafford showcases a desire for simple beauty and honest craftsmanship. It features classic styles for contemporary living without sacrificing style or substance. Exterior details include timber, cedar shake, and stone, giving the Stafford a timeless appeal. On the first floor, a spacious foyer leads to an octagon-shaped living room. Nearby, a large kitchen and the hearth room boast raised ceilings and serve as the heart of the home. The adjacent octagonal dining room is open to the second floor, while a nearby large screen porch and hot tub off the kitchen blends indoor and outdoor spaces. With the addition of Phantom’s motorized retractable screens, the porch is transformed into an outdoor living space that’s protected from the elements.

The Stafford showcases a desire for simple beauty and honest craftsmanship. It features classic styles for contemporary living without sacrificing style or substance. Exterior details include timber, cedar shake, and stone, giving the Stafford a timeless appeal. On the first floor, a spacious foyer leads to an octagon-shaped living room. Nearby, a large kitchen and the hearth room boast raised ceilings and serve as the heart of the home. The adjacent octagonal dining room is open to the second floor, while a nearby large screen porch and hot tub off the kitchen blends indoor and outdoor spaces. With the addition of Phantom’s motorized retractable screens, the porch is transformed into an outdoor living space that’s protected from the elements.

The Stafford showcases a desire for simple beauty and honest craftsmanship. It features classic styles for contemporary living without sacrificing style or substance. Exterior details include timber, cedar shake, and stone, giving the Stafford a timeless appeal. On the first floor, a spacious foyer leads to an octagon-shaped living room. Nearby, a large kitchen and the hearth room boast raised ceilings and serve as the heart of the home. The adjacent octagonal dining room is open to the second floor, while a nearby large screen porch and hot tub off the kitchen blends indoor and outdoor spaces. With the addition of Phantom’s motorized retractable screens, the porch is transformed into an outdoor living space that’s protected from the elements.

The Stafford showcases a desire for simple beauty and honest craftsmanship. It features classic styles for contemporary living without sacrificing style or substance. Exterior details include timber, cedar shake, and stone, giving the Stafford a timeless appeal. On the first floor, a spacious foyer leads to an octagon-shaped living room. Nearby, a large kitchen and the hearth room boast raised ceilings and serve as the heart of the home. The adjacent octagonal dining room is open to the second floor, while a nearby large screen porch and hot tub off the kitchen blends indoor and outdoor spaces. With the addition of Phantom’s motorized retractable screens, the porch is transformed into an outdoor living space that’s protected from the elements.