Michael O'Callahan
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The challenge for this project was that, while the homeowner desired all of the luxury amenities of a deluxe master bath, space was extremely limited. Therefore efficient space planning was critical in achieving the final design. Use of custom painted cabinetry and carrara marble countertops were the basis for this compact yet luxurious bathroom design. Careful attention was given to the tone of the finishes in order to keep this eastern-exposure bathroom light and bright. White trim and crown moulding was used in contrast to the putty colored walls. In keeping with the era of the home, a hand-glazed white ceramic subway tile was used in the soaking tub alcove. Nickel plated bath, lavatory, tub and shower fixtures in the vintage style were used alongside modern amenities such as recessed halogen lighting, electric towel warmers and radiant-heated tile flooring.

AV Architects + Builders Location: McLean, VA, USA Our newest custom modern home, located in the heart of McLean, Virginia measures just over 8,700 square feet. Situated on a beautiful lot on Old Chesterbrook Road, the modern home design takes advantage of the lot’s natural contours and sight-lines. Spread throughout three levels, the home contains five bedrooms, six full bathrooms, one half-bath, and a three-car garage. The main level of our modern home design features an open-floor plan designed to entertain family and friends. The entry flows into both the grand dining room and the central area, dedicated to the kitchen, breakfast and a double height great room that opens to a large outdoor deck with picturesque views of the expansive backyard. Located just off the garage is a functional mudroom that features plenty of storage space. In addition to a large home office and powder room, the entire left wing is dedicated to a private master suite with an expansive custom his/her walk-in closet, a master bath with a rainfall shower and a free-standing soaking tub with his/her vanities. The upper level of our modern home design features three generously sized en-suite bedrooms with full baths and closets with a full-size laundry room with plenty of storage space. The lower level of our modern home design also features an en-suite guest bedroom with full bath and walk-in closets amenities. It also includes an expansive recreational room with a glass enclosed wine cellar to house your prized wine collection. To finish out the lower level, we added a full exercise room paired with a full bath with direct access to the outdoor terrace and complimented the house with plenty of storage space. The materials we used for our modern home design are of the highest quality brands. We wanted to hand-select materials that would last for years to come, require little to no maintenance, and compliment the modern aesthetic of the home. The home features aluminum-clad oversized windows, Nichiha rectangular siding, and brick with a pastel finish; all brought together under a vacation style hip roof. Overall, we wanted to create a modern home design that feels like a retreat but still offers all the required amenities a family needs to keep up with the fast pace of Northern Virginia.

Faith Allen
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A unique residential bowling alley for a New York Yankees Major League Baseball player near Orlando, Florida. Installed by crane on an upper floor, this bowling amenity features commercial-grade bowling lanes, a custom hand-crafted painted fiberglass clown face sculpture mounted to a curtain wall, computer scoring system with overhead TV monitors and pedestal-mounted keypad, laser and disco special effects lighting, Brunswick automatic pinsetting machines, sub-floor ball return system, and assortment of bowling shoes and bowling balls. Photo credit: Harry Lim Photography

A custom designed 2-lane residential bowling alley for the home of a Philadelphia Phillies Major League Baseball player living near Jacksonville, Florida. This recreation room bowling amenity features commercial-grade synthetic bowling lanes, a pinsetter masking unit with bowling themed graphic panels, computer scoring system with overhead TV monitors and pedestal-mounted keypad, laser and disco special effects lighting, Brunswick automatic pinsetting machines, sub-floor ball return system, an assortment of bowling shoes and bowling balls, and lane maintenance accessories. Photo credit: Diane Uhley

A custom designed 2-lane residential bowling alley for the home of a Philadelphia Phillies Major League Baseball player living near Jacksonville, Florida. This recreation room bowling amenity features commercial-grade synthetic bowling lanes, a pinsetter masking unit with bowling themed graphic panels, computer scoring system with overhead TV monitors and pedestal-mounted keypad, laser and disco special effects lighting, Brunswick automatic pinsetting machines, sub-floor ball return system, an assortment of bowling shoes and bowling balls, and lane maintenance accessories. Photo credit: Diane Uhley

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View of the new family room and kitchen from the garden. A series of new sliding glass doors open the rooms up to the garden, and help to blur the boundaries between the two. Design Team: Tracy Stone, Donatella Cusma', Sherry Cefali Engineer: Dave Cefali Photo: Lawrence Anderson

Elegant Mediterranean-Style Home with Luxurious Pool and Outdoor Living Area Experience the charm and elegance of this Mediterranean-style home featuring a luxurious pool, stunning stonework, and a spacious outdoor living area. Designed and installed by our expert team, this project showcases timeless architecture with modern amenities, perfect for relaxation and entertaining.

Alex Amend © 2012 Houzz
Inspiration for a rustic bedroom remodel in San Francisco

Tucson Kitchen Design - These Tucson homeowners wanted a kitchen that would boast every amenity but create a relaxed and unpretentious ranch house feel. We created a true chef’s kitchen that incorporates all the modern amenities a professional chef could desire while creating the impression of a kitchen that has been lived with for generations. Details like the tin ceiling, tile countertops and warm un-fussy cabinetry work together with the existing Saltillo tile floors to provide them with the ideal space for family gatherings in this clients’ winter home in Agua Caliente Ranch Estates."

Originally built in the early twentieth century, this Orchard Lake cottage was purchased almost 10 years ago by a wonderful couple—empty nesters with an appreciation for stunning views, modern amenities and quality craftsmanship. They hired MainStreet Design Build to design and remodel their home to fit their needs exactly. Upon initial inspection, it was apparent that the original home had been modified over the years, sustaining multiple room additions. Consequently, this mid-size cottage home had little character or cohesiveness. Even more concerning, after conducting a thorough inspection, it became apparent that the structure was inadequate to sustain major modifications. As a result, a plan was formulated to take the existing structure down to its original floor deck. The clients’ needs that fueled the design plan included: -Preserving and capitalizing on the lake view -A large, welcoming entry from the street -A warm, inviting space for entertaining guests and family -A large, open kitchen with room for multiple cooks -Built-ins for the homeowner’s book collection -An in-law suite for the couple’s aging parents The space was redesigned with the clients needs in mind. Building a completely new structure gave us the opportunity to create a large, welcoming main entrance. The dining and kitchen areas are now open and spacious for large family gatherings. A custom Grabill kitchen was designed with professional grade Wolf and Thermador appliances for an enjoyable cooking and dining experience. The homeowners loved the Grabill cabinetry so much that they decided to use it throughout the home in the powder room, (2) guest suite bathrooms and the laundry room, complete with dog wash. Most breathtaking; however, might be the luxury master bathroom which included extensive use of marble, a 2-person Maax whirlpool tub, an oversized walk-in-shower with steam and bench seating for two, and gorgeous custom-built inset cherry cabinetry. The new wide plank oak flooring continues throughout the entire first and second floors with a lovely open staircase lit by a chandelier, skylights and flush in-wall step lighting. Plenty of custom built-ins were added on walls and seating areas to accommodate the client’s sizeable book collection. Fitting right in to the gorgeous lakefront lot, the home’s exterior is reminiscent of East Coast “beachy” shingle-style that includes an attached, oversized garage with Mahogany carriage style garage doors that leads directly into a mud room and first floor laundry. These Orchard Lake property homeowners love their new home, with a combined first and second floor living space totaling 4,429 sq. ft. To further add to the amenities of this home, MainStreet Design Build is currently under design contract for another major lower-level / basement renovation in the fall of 2017. Kate Benjamin Photography

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A tiny waterfront house in Kennebunkport, Maine. Photos by James R. Salomon
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