Shelly Harrison Photography Architecture and interior design by Hacin + Associates
Example of a trendy kitchen design in Boston

Constructing a Man Cave or Game Room Following the 2014 Super bowl, did you question the space you hosted the event in? Was everyone crammed in, continually running to the fridge or complaining that they couldn’t hear the program? Now is the time to consider renovating this space. Whether it be converting the garage into a Man Cave or offering the kids a unique space of their own, this new room can be constructed to include all the luxuries of today’s new technologies. Hidden speakers under the drywall, rubber flooring, and Apps that your phone controls such as lighting and sound. Additional items when renovating to consider would be - 4 (or duplex) outlets or quads for those locations that have not only the TV but also Wii, Xbox and Playstation to plug in. - A separate entrance to this game room preferably with wider doors. - Concrete floors & textured walls. - A bar or kitchenette that contains a small fridge, sink, wine cooler, and don’t forget the ice maker! This renovated “Sports” room will be your home’s showcase! Vanco Construction provides high-quality renovation services with capabilities that complement each and every family member’s preference. Call us today at (973) 994-0616

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Example of a mid-sized beach style open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor family room design in Jacksonville with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a media wall

Architect of Record: David Burton, Photographer: Jenny Pfeiffer
Example of a mid-century modern medium tone wood floor dining room design in San Francisco with white walls

Rotel is the premier manufacturer of affordable high end AV electronics. Pictured is the A14, which comes in both silver and black. It is a high performance, 80-watt per channel integrated amplifier, which features an iOS/Android control App and Bluetooth with aptX streaming.

Example of a french country l-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen design with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, wood countertops, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Open floorplan kitchen with contrasting island
Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dark wood floor great room design in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray walls

Transitional dinning room. Custom hand blocked, embroidered linen drapery. Custom beaded Ivory, neutral and raffia detailed chandelier. Original 1800's Vintage cloches that adorn table top. Custom upholstered dining chairs with formal round dining table. See www.Katnelsondesigns.com for full room details and other details such as original art piece. Lisa Konz Photography

American Drew Park Studio Bar Cabinet in Oak Casual, urban, lifestyle, eclectic, modern, simple, informal and comfortable; all of these adjectives describe Park Studio. Linear and geometric for today’s living spaces. The finish is weathered taupe with a grey wash coat on quartered white oak and hardwood solids. Ash burl borders accent the table tops and select drawer fronts. The custom hardware has campaign elements with the flat back plate and handle pull, in a dark nickel finish for a fresh and updated look.

This dining room is both functional and aesthetically striking, designed to elevate your entertaining experience. A sophisticated Rosalie server provides elegant storage and display space for your dinnerware and decor. Above it, the commanding presence of a Burrow abstract oversized art piece adds a dramatic focal point and contemporary artistic flair, transforming the room into a truly unique and inviting space.

The original kitchen in this condominium was renovated arising from the need to replace Kitec plumbing. The work triangle remained generally the same, but numerous changes were made to improve the kitchen’s functionality, aesthetics, and lighting. Automation was also introduced. The goal was to design and build a modern contemporary functional kitchen with inspiring colours accented with textured wood features. The functionality was improved with the addition of an under counter microwave, which freed up countertop space. Additional and improved storage was also created by incorporating under cabinet drawers throughout the kitchen, a bar area with open glass shelving above, and open shelving to the right of the seating area. Upper cabinet storage was as well increased with storage above the fridge. Numerous lighting improvements were made including the addition of potlights. This was done by dropping the ceiling in the kitchen, which also created a visual division with the dining area. Automation was introduced as well into the space with HUE under cabinet lighting, and a touch faucet. The under cabinet lights are controlled by the Phillips Hue App that programs routines, scenes, and other settings. The kitchen features painted Shaker cabinets accented by textured wood shelving. The countertop surfaces are quartz with waterfalls on both sides of the island, which is a focal point. Shapes are also strongly identified in the design with the use of triangular tiles in the backsplash along with rectangular upper cabinets, and appliance doors and drawers. The kitchen is made most unique though with the uplifting use of colour in the cabinets that make this a bright and cheerful space. Aristea Photography

A generous garden is sheltered by a Heritage Live Oak Tree, and forms a close relationship with an adjacent Landscape also designed by Charles Di Piazza Architects.

Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2015 Houzz

Wine cubbie hiding on the end of the island! So cute.
Large transitional u-shaped light wood floor kitchen photo in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, recessed-panel cabinets, granite countertops and ceramic backsplash

A pullout for hair tools; hair dryer, straightener, curling iron, was incorporated on her side of the vanity. The stainless steel tubs allow for storing warm tools, and the shelf below is great additional storage space. Photos by Erica Weaver

For this project, the entire kitchen was designed around the “must-have” Lacanche range in the stunning French Blue with brass trim. That was the client’s dream and everything had to be built to complement it. Bilotta senior designer, Randy O’Kane, CKD worked with Paul Benowitz and Dipti Shah of Benowitz Shah Architects to contemporize the kitchen while staying true to the original house which was designed in 1928 by regionally noted architect Franklin P. Hammond. The clients purchased the home over two years ago from the original owner. While the house has a magnificent architectural presence from the street, the basic systems, appointments, and most importantly, the layout and flow were inappropriately suited to contemporary living. The new plan removed an outdated screened porch at the rear which was replaced with the new family room and moved the kitchen from a dark corner in the front of the house to the center. The visual connection from the kitchen through the family room is dramatic and gives direct access to the rear yard and patio. It was important that the island separating the kitchen from the family room have ample space to the left and right to facilitate traffic patterns, and interaction among family members. Hence vertical kitchen elements were placed primarily on existing interior walls. The cabinetry used was Bilotta’s private label, the Bilotta Collection – they selected beautiful, dramatic, yet subdued finishes for the meticulously handcrafted cabinetry. The double islands allow for the busy family to have a space for everything – the island closer to the range has seating and makes a perfect space for doing homework or crafts, or having breakfast or snacks. The second island has ample space for storage and books and acts as a staging area from the kitchen to the dinner table. The kitchen perimeter and both islands are painted in Benjamin Moore’s Paper White. The wall cabinets flanking the sink have wire mesh fronts in a statuary bronze – the insides of these cabinets are painted blue to match the range. The breakfast room cabinetry is Benjamin Moore’s Lampblack with the interiors of the glass cabinets painted in Paper White to match the kitchen. All countertops are Vermont White Quartzite from Eastern Stone. The backsplash is Artistic Tile’s Kyoto White and Kyoto Steel. The fireclay apron-front main sink is from Rohl while the smaller prep sink is from Linkasink. All faucets are from Waterstone in their antique pewter finish. The brass hardware is from Armac Martin and the pendants above the center island are from Circa Lighting. The appliances, aside from the range, are a mix of Sub-Zero, Thermador and Bosch with panels on everything.

This dining room is both functional and aesthetically striking, designed to elevate your entertaining experience. A sophisticated Rosalie server provides elegant storage and display space for your dinnerware and decor. Above it, the commanding presence of a Burrow abstract oversized art piece adds a dramatic focal point and contemporary artistic flair, transforming the room into a truly unique and inviting space.