JDBG is wrapping up work on an expansive 2-story sunroom addition that also included modifications to the existing home’s interior and significant exterior improvements as well. The original project brief was to provide a conditioned 4-season sunroom addition where the homeowners could relax and enjoy their wooded views. As we delved deeper into our client’s overall objectives, it became clear that this would be no ordinary sunroom addition. The resulting 16’x25’ sunroom is a showstopper with 10’ high ceilings and wall to wall windows offering expansive views of the surrounding landscape. As we recommend with most addition projects, the process started with our Preliminary Design Study to determine project goals, design concepts, project feasibility and associated budget estimates. During this process, our design team worked to ensure that both interior and exterior were fully integrated. We conducted in-depth programming to identify key goals and needs which would inform the design and performed a field survey and zoning analysis to identify any constraints that could impact the plans. The next step was to develop conceptual designs that addressed the program requirements. Using a combination of 3-D massing, interior/exterior renderings, precedent imaging and space planning, the design concept was revised and refined. At the end of the study we had an approved schematic design and comprehensive budget estimates for the 2-story addition and were ready to move into design development, construction documentation, trade coordination, and final pricing. A complex project such as this involves architectural and interior design, structural and civil engineering, landscape design and environmental considerations. Multiple trades and subs are engaged during construction, from HVAC to electrical and plumbing, framers, carpenters and masons, roofers and painters just to name a few. JDBG was there every step of the way to ensure quality construction. Other notable features of the renovation included expanding the home’s existing dining room, incorporating a custom ‘dish room,’ and providing fully conditioned storage and his & her workrooms on the lower level. A new front portico will visually connect the old and new structures and a brand new roof, shutters and paint will further transform the exterior. Thoughtful planning was also given to the landscape, including a back deck, stone patio and walkways, plantings and exterior lighting. Stay tuned for more photos as this sunroom addition nears completion.

This formal living room is located directly off of the main entry of a traditional style located just outside of Seattle on Mercer Island. Our clients wanted a space where they could entertain, relax and have a space just for mom and dad. The center focus of this space is a custom built table made of reclaimed maple from a bowling lane and reclaimed corbels, both from a local architectural salvage shop. We then worked with a local craftsman to construct the final piece.

Master retreat | Visit our website to see where we’re building the Robert plan in Arizona! You’ll find photos, interactive floor plans and more. In addition to a luxurious master suite with dual walk-in closets, the single-story Robert model has four inviting bedrooms, a quiet study and a game room. Other highlights include a formal dining room, a spacious great room and a gourmet kitchen with a center island, breakfast nook and optional professional features. Additional options at some communities include a guest suite, multi-slide doors and garage space for up to five vehicles.

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This child's room interior design was a continuation of the child's bedroom interior. In the magnificent palace for the beloved child has been allocated as additional space for the playroom. Interior Designers studio Luxury Antonovich Design continued mood pink tenderness, which is present in the bedroom. The room is conventionally divided into three zones. Area for games, the area for work and a small cinema. Festive mood of the interior provides a ceiling decoration and exclusive furniture. Beautiful decor elements are closely intertwined with comfort and functionality. Here the child will be comfortable to play with friends or spending time for classes and study.

Backyard with pool | Visit our website to see where we’re building the Robert plan in Arizona! You’ll find photos, interactive floor plans and more. In addition to a luxurious master suite with dual walk-in closets, the single-story Robert model has four inviting bedrooms, a quiet study and a game room. Other highlights include a formal dining room, a spacious great room and a gourmet kitchen with a center island, breakfast nook and optional professional features. Additional options at some communities include a guest suite, multi-slide doors and garage space for up to five vehicles.

Builder: Mike Schaap Builders Photographer: Visbeen Architects, Inc. Strikingly modern, this dramatic design draws inspiration from the Prairie school as well as the “less-is-more” philosophy. With more than 2,500 square feet of living space spread out on three levels and walls of windows throughout, the design makes the most of the view. A contemporary-inspired floor plan revolves round a central living room with a dining, sitting and kitchen area to the left and study/office to the right. The second level is anchored by a central loft living area flanked by a master bedroom and two additional family rooms. The lower level houses a family room, exercise room and two additional bedrooms.

Don't be fooled, The Paxton is an optimal family home plan with abundant square footage in a narrow footprint. The open great room, island kitchen, and dining room promote family togetherness while a rear porch welcomes nature lovers. With two master suites, this design is ideal for multigenerational households. Two additional bedrooms, a study, and bonus room provide flexibility.

A traditional Georgian home receives an incredible transformation with an addition to expand the originally compact kitchen and create a pathway into the family room and dining area, opening the flow of the spaces that allow for fluid movement from each living space for the young family of four. Taking the lead from the client's desire to have a contemporary and edgier feel to their home's very classic facade, House of L worked with the architect's addition to the existing kitchen to design a kitchen that was incredibly functional and gorgeously dramatic, beckoning people to grab a barstool and hang out. Glossy macassar ebony wood is complimented with lacquered white cabinets for an amazing study in contrast. An oversized brushed nickel hood with polished nickel banding makes a presence on the feature wall of the kitchen. Brushed and polished nickel details are peppered in the landscape of this room, including the cabinets in the second island, a storage cabinet and automated hopper doors by Hafele on the refrigeration wall and all of the cabinet hardware, supplied and custom sized by Rajack. White quartz countertops by Hanstone in the Bianco Canvas colorway float on all the perimeter cabinets and the secondary island and creates a floating frame for the Palomino Quartzite that is a highlight in the kitchen and lends an organic feel to the clean lines of the millwork. The backsplash area behind the rangetop is a brick patterned mosaic blend of stone and glass, while surrounding walls have a layered sandstone tile that lend an incredible texture to the room. The light fixture hanging above the second island is by Wells Long and features faceted metal polygons with an amber gold interior. Woven linen drapes at window winks at the warmer tones in the room with a lustrous sheen that catches the natural light filtering in. The rift and sawn cut white oak floors are 8" planks that were fitted and finished on site to match the existing floor in the family and dining rooms. The clients were very clear on the appliances they needed the kitchen to accommodate. In addition to the vast expanses of wall space that were gained with the kitchen addition the larger footprint allowed for two sizeable islands and a host of cooking amenities, including a 48" rangetop, two double ovens, a warming drawer, and a built-in coffee maker by Miele and a 36" Refrigerator and Freezer and a beverage drawer by Subzero. A fabulous stainless steel Kallista sink by Mick De Giulio's series for the company is fitted in the first island which serves as a prep area, flanked by an Asko dishwasher to the right. A Dorenbracht faucet is a strong compliment to the scale of the sink. A smaller Kallista stainless sink is centered in the second island which has a secondary burner by Miele for overflow cooking. Jason Miller, Pixelate

The Kipling house is a new addition to the Montrose neighborhood. Designed for a family of five, it allows for generous open family zones oriented to large glass walls facing the street and courtyard pool. The courtyard also creates a buffer between the master suite and the children's play and bedroom zones. The master suite echoes the first floor connection to the exterior, with large glass walls facing balconies to the courtyard and street. Fixed wood screens provide privacy on the first floor while a large sliding second floor panel allows the street balcony to exchange privacy control with the study. Material changes on the exterior articulate the zones of the house and negotiate structural loads.

TEAM //// Architect: Design Associates, Inc. //// Interior Design: Kristin Paton Interiors //// Landscape: Gregory Lombardi Design //// Photos: Eric Roth

This image features a clean, modern workspace with custom joinery. The built-in desk is made of light wood, offering a minimalist and streamlined look. Floating shelves above the desk provide storage and display space, integrated seamlessly into the soft green wall behind. A tall, white cabinet with paneled doors to the right adds additional storage, complementing the room's calm and functional aesthetic. The joinery is both practical and elegant, creating a cohesive and organized space. Built and supplied by Novo Joinery.

A masterpiece of light and design, this gorgeous Beverly Hills contemporary is filled with incredible moments, offering the perfect balance of intimate corners and open spaces. A large driveway with space for ten cars is complete with a contemporary fountain wall that beckons guests inside. An amazing pivot door opens to an airy foyer and light-filled corridor with sliding walls of glass and high ceilings enhancing the space and scale of every room. An elegant study features a tranquil outdoor garden and faces an open living area with fireplace. A formal dining room spills into the incredible gourmet Italian kitchen with butler’s pantry—complete with Miele appliances, eat-in island and Carrara marble countertops—and an additional open living area is roomy and bright. Two well-appointed powder rooms on either end of the main floor offer luxury and convenience. Surrounded by large windows and skylights, the stairway to the second floor overlooks incredible views of the home and its natural surroundings. A gallery space awaits an owner’s art collection at the top of the landing and an elevator, accessible from every floor in the home, opens just outside the master suite. Three en-suite guest rooms are spacious and bright, all featuring walk-in closets, gorgeous bathrooms and balconies that open to exquisite canyon views. A striking master suite features a sitting area, fireplace, stunning walk-in closet with cedar wood shelving, and marble bathroom with stand-alone tub. A spacious balcony extends the entire length of the room and floor-to-ceiling windows create a feeling of openness and connection to nature. A large grassy area accessible from the second level is ideal for relaxing and entertaining with family and friends, and features a fire pit with ample lounge seating and tall hedges for privacy and seclusion. Downstairs, an infinity pool with deck and canyon views feels like a natural extension of the home, seamlessly integrated with the indoor living areas through sliding pocket doors. Amenities and features including a glassed-in wine room and tasting area, additional en-suite bedroom ideal for staff quarters, designer fixtures and appliances and ample parking complete this superb hillside retreat.

This exciting ranch home is filled with details and lives much larger than its exterior portrays. For fans of entertaining, this home has a spacious, open layout that allows everyone to be included in the party. The family room and breakfast room both overlook the kitchen, so mealtime is always comfortable. The adjacent great room accesses the rear porch, as does the family room, and features a coffered ceiling and fireplace for additional luxury. Tray ceilings also crown the dining room, study/bedroom and master bedroom. French doors grace the entry into the study/bedroom and the nearby bathroom makes it an ideal guest suite. The master suite is an elegant retreat. Two generous walk-in closets provide space for large wardrobes and the master bath is the ideal place to relax.

This luxurious contemporary home was completely renovated and updated in 2014 boosts spectacular panoramic views views of San Francisco skyline and the Bay. The home’s top level features a stunning master suite, state of the art bathroom with soaking tub and an immense shower, study, viewing decks, along with an additional en suite. The main level offers a gourmet kitchen featuring top of the line appliances with bay windows to showcase the views of Angel Island, Alcatraz and San Francisco. Additionally the main level includes a formal dining room, spacious living room with fire place, full bar and family room, 1 en suite, powder room and 2 large decks to enjoy breathtaking views. The entry level has an au pair suite, media room, laundry room, 4-car garage, storage and an elevator servicing all levels. presented by Kouros Tavakoli Decker Bullock Sotheby's International Realty http://deckerbullocksir.com presented by Kouros Tavakoli

The rear of the existing home faces west and the sun was too intense inside the back rooms of the house. The client needed to create a buffer for the sun and mosquitos, enlarge the study to accommodate two desks, and expand outdoor seating for dining and entertaining. We added an addition and an outdoor living area. The grade of the sloping ground caused the addition to appear extra-tall and the patio to feel quite elevated. This posed significant challenges. To instill a sense of security while perched high in the screened-in porch, the stone wall was constructed slightly higher along the base of the northern end. This wall had to be high enough to invoke security in the space, yet low enough to maintain a view of the pond while seated.