Master bedroom renovation by La/Con Builders in San Jose, CA. Designed by Paladin Design in San Jose, CA. Vanity top is a Silestone Quartz, Stellar Snow. Accent tile behind the mirror is Island Stone Breeze Waveline. Pendant lights were purchased from Lite Line in Los Gatos (manufacturer unknown). 9" towel bar from Kartners Madrid collection. Kohler Verticyl sink. Photo by homeowner.

Pool - tropical custom-shaped pool idea in Los Angeles

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Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Kitchen - mid-sized transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in DC Metro with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Wow! What a “Great Room!” This phrase, taken in both its literal & literary meanings is one of the best ways to describe this amazing project. “Great room” def: a large room in a house that combines features of a living room with those of a dining room or family room. Check! We designed this project to extend the livable space of the house. With its wide A Frame porch, it allows for ample space to gather around the fireplace, relax in the mid-day heat or simply sit & marvel at the craftsmanship. We held nothing back on the detail, using reclaimed barn wood to create gorgeous beams, crown molding that wraps around the room, and custom curved detailing in the open gable. Reaching out to the side, we enter an intimate dining space featuring a built-in kitchen, a vinyl pergola & continued the stonework over, tying everything together! Lighting throughout the job was picked out by the homeowner & installed by our tech’s Plus, we built it with low maintenance products; Timbertech decking & Keylink aluminum railing – meaning, there is no sanding or staining!

Carmel Brantley
Beach style 3/4 blue tile and glass tile beige floor alcove shower photo in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, an undermount sink and a hinged shower door

This photo shows the new French doors leading into the family room. The addition was sided with double 4 inch vinyl siding. We used composite lattice around the deck again for low maintenance. Photo Credit: Marc Golub

Bonus Room Model open everyday from 10am to 5pm Starting in the Low $1 Millions. Call: 760.730.9150 Visit: 1651 Oak Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Inspiration for a large timeless carpeted family room library remodel in San Diego with white walls and a media wall

We used: Custom cherry cabinetry in Arts & Crafts Shaker style by Kabinart in Boulder and Espresso stains. Liberty Hardware Venetian bronze 1-1/2" cabinet knobs. KitchenAid Architect II Series 22 CF counter-depth French door refrigerator. KitchenAid Architect Series II 27" convection single wall oven. KitchenAid 36" 6-burner dual fuel freestanding commercial-style range. KitchenAid Architect II Series 24" dishwasher. Sharp Insight Pro Series 24" built-in microwave drawer (Model #KB6524PS). Crystorama Solaris 12" wide pendant lights in English bronze. Granite countertops in Brown Fantasy. 3"x6" polished marble backsplash. Paint colors: Walls: Glidden Silver Cloud 30YY 63/024 Ceilings/Trims/Doors: Glidden Swan White GLC23 Robert B. Narod Photography

Scott Buley, HTT&T, High Tech Turf & Trees, LandscapeMakeover.biz, Rain Garden Nursery. Complete Re-Design and Landscape Makeover. Started with little more than a worn out lawn (which we renovated), and added all the key elements seen here.

At Archadeck of Nova Scotia we love any size project big or small. But, that being said, we have a soft spot for the projects that let us show off our talents! This Halifax house was no exception. The owners wanted a space to suit their outdoor lifestyle with materials to last far into the future. The choices were quite simple: stone veneer, Timbertech composite decking and glass railing. What better way to create that stability than with a solid foundation, concrete columns and decorative stone veneer? The posts were all wrapped with stone and match the retaining wall which was installed to help with soil retention and give the backyard more definition (it’s not too hard on the eyes either). A set of well-lit steps will guide you up the multi-level deck. The built-in planters soften the hardness of the Timbertech composite deck and provide a little visual relief. The two-tone aesthetic of the deck and railing are a stunning feature which plays up contrasting tones. From there it’s a game of musical chairs; we recommend the big round one on a September evening with a glass of wine and cozy blanket. We haven’t gotten there quite yet, but this property has an amazing view (you will see soon enough!). As to not spoil the view, we installed TImbertech composite railing with glass panels. This allows you to take in the surrounding sights while relaxing and not have those pesky balusters in the way. In any Canadian backyard, there is always the dilemma of dealing with mosquitoes and black flies! Our solution to this itchy problem is to incorporate a screen room as part of your design. This screen room in particular has space for dining and lounging around a fireplace, perfect for the colder evenings! Ahhh…there’s the view! From the top level of the deck you can really get an appreciation for Nova Scotia. Life looks pretty good from the top of a multi-level deck. Once again, we installed a composite and glass railing on the new composite deck to capture the scenery. What puts the cherry on top of this project is the balcony! One of the greatest benefits of composite decking and railing is that it can be curved to create beautiful soft edges. Imagine sipping your morning coffee and watching the sunrise over the water. If you want to know more about composite decking, railing or anything else you’ve seen that sparks your interest; give us a call! We’d love to hear from you.

Jesse Prezza Photography.
Country kitchen photo in Jacksonville

Scott & Catherine Buley, HTT&T, High Tech Turf & Trees, LandscapeMakeover.biz, Rain Garden Nursery. Again, the "mystery-area" to the left here lost 7&1/2 square feet of turf cover. We re-sodded as promised and all should be well. We may do a soil test on the removed sod to see what may have caused this. During mid and late Summer it looked fine as seen here, and then began slowly dying back in that one small discreet area. It may very likely be that a natural paving stone path might be in order here, for guests and Puppies? Note the new EcoLawn to the right here looks great too!

Scott & Catherine Buley, HTT&T, High Tech Turf & Trees, LandscapeMakeover.biz, Rain Garden Nursery
Eclectic home design photo in Portland

The 800 square-foot guest cottage is located on the footprint of a slightly smaller original cottage that was built three generations ago. With a failing structural system, the existing cottage had a very low sloping roof, did not provide for a lot of natural light and was not energy efficient. Utilizing high performing windows, doors and insulation, a total transformation of the structure occurred. A combination of clapboard and shingle siding, with standout touches of modern elegance, welcomes guests to their cozy retreat. The cottage consists of the main living area, a small galley style kitchen, master bedroom, bathroom and sleeping loft above. The loft construction was a timber frame system utilizing recycled timbers from the Balsams Resort in northern New Hampshire. The stones for the front steps and hearth of the fireplace came from the existing cottage’s granite chimney. Stylistically, the design is a mix of both a “Cottage” style of architecture with some clean and simple “Tech” style features, such as the air-craft cable and metal railing system. The color red was used as a highlight feature, accentuated on the shed dormer window exterior frames, the vintage looking range, the sliding doors and other interior elements. Photographer: John Hession

Full renovation of this is a one of a kind condominium overlooking the 6th fairway at El Macero Country Club. It was gorgeous back in 1971 and now it's "spectacular spectacular!" all over again. Check out this contemporary gem! This 1/2 bath makes you feel like you are at The Cosmopolitan. The vessel sink by MR Direct Sinks and Faucets is paired with a waterfall faucet in brushed nickel. The frost glass cubed pendant lights are by Tech Lighting. Countertop is Caearstone in Organic White. Backsplash is Versace Decori Riga/Axel Bianco Satinato Plantino. The custom cabinet is a stained Maple.

www.modernhome1.com 7500 square feet, 270 degree A+ airplane views 10 to 50 miles of a million lights and snow capped mountains in winter. 35 minutes to downtown LA, 45 minutes to Beverly Hills or Newport Beach, total privacy and security. 10, 12, and 25 foot ceilings, featured in several international magazines (again see www.modernhome1.com), owner, MIT grad and contractor and inventor, still lives in home after 20 years. (Will provide consultations even if you have architect and contractor, after all, how many contractors design and actually live in their dream homes after 20 years) (see also www.diamondipi.com)

The 800 square-foot guest cottage is located on the footprint of a slightly smaller original cottage that was built three generations ago. With a failing structural system, the existing cottage had a very low sloping roof, did not provide for a lot of natural light and was not energy efficient. Utilizing high performing windows, doors and insulation, a total transformation of the structure occurred. A combination of clapboard and shingle siding, with standout touches of modern elegance, welcomes guests to their cozy retreat. The cottage consists of the main living area, a small galley style kitchen, master bedroom, bathroom and sleeping loft above. The loft construction was a timber frame system utilizing recycled timbers from the Balsams Resort in northern New Hampshire. The stones for the front steps and hearth of the fireplace came from the existing cottage’s granite chimney. Stylistically, the design is a mix of both a “Cottage” style of architecture with some clean and simple “Tech” style features, such as the air-craft cable and metal railing system. The color red was used as a highlight feature, accentuated on the shed dormer window exterior frames, the vintage looking range, the sliding doors and other interior elements. Photographer: John Hession

Replace worn furnishings with stylish white, lime, and turquoise metal furniture, designed to fit the scale and proportion of the space with practical Sunbrella fabrics in bright lime, turquoise, and white, repeated in combinations of solids, stripes, and diamond patterns, used with wise restraint and adding textural contrast to rough masonry, and shiny stainless steel for a smashing new look. Reinvent grandmother’s table and chairs with turquoise paint, new diamond seat cushions, and Vetrazzo for a great counterpoint to new contemporary furnishings. Photographer: Dan Piassick