Some homes carry history in their walls. This Georgetown townhome, the first married residence of JFK and Jackie Kennedy, asked for a staircase worthy of that history. The answer: a three-story elliptical stair that rises through the home with quiet authority, its custom handrail molded to follow the curve exactly, without compromise. Engineering and craftsmanship had to work in lockstep here; the architecture left little room for approximation. The result doesn't announce itself. It simply belongs, as if it had always been there, waiting to be uncovered. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

Some homes carry history in their walls. This Georgetown townhome, the first married residence of JFK and Jackie Kennedy, asked for a staircase worthy of that history. The answer: a three-story elliptical stair that rises through the home with quiet authority, its custom handrail molded to follow the curve exactly, without compromise. Engineering and craftsmanship had to work in lockstep here; the architecture left little room for approximation. The result doesn't announce itself. It simply belongs, as if it had always been there, waiting to be uncovered. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

Some homes carry history in their walls. This Georgetown townhome, the first married residence of JFK and Jackie Kennedy, asked for a staircase worthy of that history. The answer: a three-story elliptical stair that rises through the home with quiet authority, its custom handrail molded to follow the curve exactly, without compromise. Engineering and craftsmanship had to work in lockstep here; the architecture left little room for approximation. The result doesn't announce itself. It simply belongs, as if it had always been there, waiting to be uncovered. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

Some homes carry history in their walls. This Georgetown townhome, the first married residence of JFK and Jackie Kennedy, asked for a staircase worthy of that history. The answer: a three-story elliptical stair that rises through the home with quiet authority, its custom handrail molded to follow the curve exactly, without compromise. Engineering and craftsmanship had to work in lockstep here; the architecture left little room for approximation. The result doesn't announce itself. It simply belongs, as if it had always been there, waiting to be uncovered. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

The Catskill Farms is proud to announce the sale of Barn 29 in Narrowsburg, NY – a pretty pairing of home and land in Sullivan County. This real estate offering featured 2,300 sq ft, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, with a large open back deck. Familiar details include a wood burning fireplace, interesting and open floor plans, wide plank floors, fun plumbing and lighting fixtures throughout, and a kick your boots off mudroom. Industrial meets country in this beautiful home. Our homes provide genre-busting inspiration and comfort – life is cool in these superb specimens of Catskills real estate.

A Traveler Weeping Redbud announces spring!
Design ideas for a traditional landscaping in Nashville.

We met Sawyer Greenfield recently and were getting ready to announce him and his two brothers, Carter Wayne & Peter, as the Savvy Giving by Design - Ozarks (based in Bentonville, Arkansas) next recipient family any day. He's a little fighter and has already had to fight since December of 2018 when he was diagnosed with HLH, a rare severe systemic inflammatory syndrome. Treatment involved chemo (although HLH isn't cancer) and steroids over several months. He was finally given the thumbs up in May to finish treatment and be considered in remission. Then, while not feeling well at the end of June 2019, a routine check of how his blood work was looking turned into a diagnosis of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. The prior HLH he had been treated for was actually masking the leukemia and when treatment ended it allowed the leukemia to spread quickly. He's now AGAIN facing treatment to fight harder than ever and his family is reeling with the news. There are no words to say how we feel for this amazing family right now!! Our aching hearts are holding on to the fact that Sawyer will be able to enjoy his new room while he goes through all that lies ahead of at least 2 years of treatment. Sawyer loves legos & minecraft so we are busy creating a design plan that blends those hobbies in a room he can grow with. We're asking for your help and support to make these rooms as special as the boys themselves. Be on the lookout for fund a needs in our Facebook Group Page as all the design selections are made and if you are moved to, please make a donation now to help us pay for some of the labor and materials we will need to pull it all together. The paypal link for our chapter is PayPal.Me/sgbdozarks and all donations are 100% used for the makeovers of children in our area and tax deductible.

We are proud to announce that we have been awarded the 2015 Best Kitchen Renovation by the Harrisburg Builders Association for our project completed in the fall of 2014! The Porters love their new kitchen! Although the original layout was similar, we made some modifications to allow for better appliances. We designed it to have a larger 36″ stove, a more powerful ventilation system, a large 42″ refrigerator, wine storage, and a below the countertop microwave. Photos taken by Elliot Quintin

This classic mid-century modern master bedroom is designed with neutral tones of blacks & whites highlighted by an exciting pop of bold red. The iconic Bertoia Diamond chair (by Knoll) is much like a piece of modern sculpture. Its geometric pattern of repeating squares is echoed by the graphic stitching on the cotton bedspread. Modern teak furniture always fosters a timeless warm quality. Different textural fabrics such as cashmere, velvet, furs, and ultrasuede offer interesting sensory contrasts throughout the room. Original B&W photography adds a unique dimension to the space. These homeowners desired high quality and an enduring, clean look. There is nothing more timeless than the combination of black and white which was inspired by the beautiful art glass collection displayed on the teak wall unit. A small but bright touch of red proclaims love, passion, strength, and energy. The homeowners announce, Absolutely fabulous!

A butterfly sculpture announces arrival into the butterfly garden
Inspiration for a southwestern landscaping in Phoenix.

This classic mid-century modern master bedroom is designed with neutral tones of blacks & whites highlighted by an exciting pop of bold red. The iconic Bertoia Diamond chair (by Knoll) is much like a piece of modern sculpture. Its geometric pattern of repeating squares is echoed by the graphic stitching on the cotton bedspread. Modern teak furniture always fosters a timeless warm quality. Different textural fabrics such as cashmere, velvet, furs, and ultrasuede offer interesting sensory contrasts throughout the room. Original B&W photography adds a unique dimension to the space. These homeowners desired high quality and an enduring, clean look. There is nothing more timeless than the combination of black and white which was inspired by the beautiful art glass collection displayed on the teak wall unit. A small but bright touch of red proclaims love, passion, strength, and energy. The homeowners announce, Absolutely fabulous!

We are proud to announce that we have been awarded the 2014 Best Residential Renovation by the Harrisburg Builders Association for our project completed in the fall of 2013.

Cover article from 2012 announcing the award for the 25 year firm award.
Inspiration for a craftsman home design remodel in Los Angeles

This may sound odd but sometimes when a project is finished it feels so obvious and natural that you wonder what could have been there before. Heritage ironwork and lighting border the front yard. A new walkway visually frames the main doorway. Pool equipment is screened by a combination of brick walling, wooden doors and iron work. A stone arch announces the entrance to the backyard while stone walling dotted with carving inlays supports a hand hued oak arbor. Reclaimed 100 year old brick pavers border the pool. At the rear of the yard a pavilion can be found with a beautiful Rumford fireplace....

Some homes carry history in their walls. This Georgetown townhome, the first married residence of JFK and Jackie Kennedy, asked for a staircase worthy of that history. The answer: a three-story elliptical stair that rises through the home with quiet authority, its custom handrail molded to follow the curve exactly, without compromise. Engineering and craftsmanship had to work in lockstep here; the architecture left little room for approximation. The result doesn't announce itself. It simply belongs, as if it had always been there, waiting to be uncovered. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

At Mayer's Construction & Remodeling, we're thrilled to announce the completion of our latest project: a stunning ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) addition in Menlo Park, CA. Our team of experts took on the challenge of designing and building a new unit that seamlessly integrates with the existing property. From the initial architectural plans to the finishing touches, we provided full-service solutions that transformed the space into a beautiful and functional living area. This ADU features a spacious new bathroom addition, complete with custom flooring, top-of-the-line fixtures, and expert installation. Our team took care of everything from painting to final detailing, ensuring that every aspect of the project met our high standards of quality and craftsmanship. We're proud to offer design to build services that help homeowners add value to their properties with beautiful and functional ADUs. If you're looking for an ADU addition in Menlo Park or the surrounding areas, look no further than Mayer's Construction & Remodeling. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and let's bring your vision to life.

Ken Heyman Natural stone hardscape and trees, shrubs, and vines provide niche for outdoor entertainment room, by others, in Oak woodland Stone retaining wall announces step up to gazebo California natives sustain bird and insect habitat Enchanted stone path winds through lush planting Cleared trees become recycled, serpentine sculpture across hillside

SOLD Auburn Bay Home In 1 Day On Market! So very proud to announce that this amazing home in Auburn Bay Calgary Sold in the first day with the first showing. Bulleye pricing and fantastic presentation make selling Calgary Real Estate a real pleasure! Very happy for these repeat, loyal clients! Photo Credit to Zoon Media

On occasion we get to design and fabricate a piece of architectural woodworking. Here is a gate, especially designed by Hara Kumaran, to quietly announce a secret garden. Materials are home grown redwood and copper.