The Inverness Bathroom remodel had these goals: to complete the work while allowing the owner to continue to use their workshop below the project's construction, to provide a high-end quality product that was low-maintenance to the owners, to allow for future accessibility, more natural light and to better meet the daily needs of both the husband's and wife's lifestyles. The first challenge was providing the required structural support to continue to clear span the two cargarage below which housed a workshop. The sheetrock removal, framing and sheetrock repairs and painting were completed first so the owner could continue to use his workshop, as requested. The HVAC supply line was originally an 8" duct that barely fit in the roof triangle between the ridge pole and ceiling. In order to provide the required air flow to additional supply vents in ceiling, a triangular duct was fabricated allowing us to use every square inch of available space. Since every exterior wall in the space adjoined a sloped ceiling, we installed ventilation baffles between each rafter and installed spray foam insulation.This project more than doubled the square footage of usable space. The new area houses a spaciousshower, large bathtub and dressing area. The addition of a window provides natural light. Instead of a small double vanity, they now have a his-and-hers vanity area. We wanted to provide a practical and comfortable space for the wife to get ready for her day and were able to incorporate a sit down make up station for her. The honed white marble looking tile is not only low maintenance but creates a clean bright spa appearance. The custom color vanities and built in linen press provide the perfect contrast of boldness to create the WOW factor. The sloped ceilings allowed us to maximize the amount of usable space plus provided the opportunity for the built in linen press with drawers at the bottom for additional storage. We were also able to combine two closets and add built in shelves for her. This created a dream space for our client that craved organization and functionality. A separate closet on opposite side of entrance provided suitable and comfortable closet space for him. In the end, these clients now have a large, bright and inviting master bath that will allow for complete accessibility in the future.

Mountain style screened-in and wood railing porch photo in Portland Maine with decking and a roof extension

Trendy deck photo in San Francisco

Ellen Weiss Design works throughout the Seattle area and in many of the communities comprising Seattle's Eastside such as Bellevue, Kirkland, Issaquah, Redmond, Clyde Hill, Medina and Mercer Island.

Photography by Andrea Rugg
Open concept kitchen - mid-sized traditional l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

In the hills of San Anselmo in Marin County, this 5,000 square foot existing multi-story home was enlarged to 6,000 square feet with a new dance studio addition with new master bedroom suite and sitting room for evening entertainment and morning coffee. Sited on a steep hillside one acre lot, the back yard was unusable. New concrete retaining walls and planters were designed to create outdoor play and lounging areas with stairs that cascade down the hill forming a wrap-around walkway. The goal was to make the new addition integrate the disparate design elements of the house and calm it down visually. The scope was not to change everything, just the rear façade and some of the side facades. The new addition is a long rectangular space inserted into the rear of the building with new up-swooping roof that ties everything together. Clad in red cedar, the exterior reflects the relaxed nature of the one acre wooded hillside site. Fleetwood windows and wood patterned tile complete the exterior color material palate. The sitting room overlooks a new patio area off of the children’s playroom and features a butt glazed corner window providing views filtered through a grove of bay laurel trees. Inside is a television viewing area with wetbar off to the side that can be closed off with a concealed pocket door to the master bedroom. The bedroom was situated to take advantage of these views of the rear yard and the bed faces a stone tile wall with recessed skylight above. The master bath, a driving force for the project, is large enough to allow both of them to occupy and use at the same time. The new dance studio and gym was inspired for their two daughters and has become a facility for the whole family. All glass, mirrors and space with cushioned wood sports flooring, views to the new level outdoor area and tree covered side yard make for a dramatic turnaround for a home with little play or usable outdoor space previously. Photo Credit: Paul Dyer Photography.

Inspiration for a transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor dining room remodel in London with white walls

Front view of renovated barn with new front entry, landscaping, and creamery.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country beige two-story wood house exterior remodel in Boston with a gambrel roof and a metal roof

Transitional beige two-story exterior home idea in Portland with a hip roof

Large Mudroom with Mahogany Ski Lockers and stained concrete floors. Photo Credit: Corey Hendrickson
Huge mountain style concrete floor mudroom photo in Boston

Eric Roth Photography
Inspiration for a country l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Sean Fennessy
Open concept kitchen - contemporary concrete floor open concept kitchen idea in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, metallic backsplash, mirror backsplash, black appliances and an island

Red Pants Studio
Bathroom - contemporary bathroom idea in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept brown floor family room remodel in Los Angeles with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv

Keep your life organized in this custom designed home office featuring a tiger wood countertop and solid wood custom manufactured and painted cabinets. Custom lights, chandelier and fabrics together with the faux finish walls, all tie this room together. Photo by Eric Roth

Photo by Bogdan Tomalvski
Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept and formal ceramic tile living room remodel in Los Angeles with white walls, no fireplace and no tv

Ken Vaughan
Example of a large transitional built-in desk medium tone wood floor study room design in Dallas with beige walls

Pool house - country gravel and rectangular pool house idea in San Francisco

Location: Bellaire, TX, USA A large family who regularly entertains, wanted a home that looked beautiful and sophisticated, but could withstand high traffic and their busy life style. Art and family antiques were important focal points in each room. In the children's rooms, the goal was to create spaces that would not require a re-design as the children grew into teenagers. Julie Rhodes Interiors Photographed by: Jill Hunter