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Resorting to Nature

Coppercreek Landscaping

Bouldin Creek Residence

Restructure Studio

Michael Hsu
Large transitional white two-story wood exterior home idea in Austin

Cat-Approved White Kitchen

White Wood Kitchens

This kitchen was designed by Gail O’Rourke of White Wood Kitchens using Fieldstone Cabinetry. The design included a Roseburg door style with all plywood cabinets. With soft close doors and drawers, the homeowners do not have to worry about scaring the cat, which likes to hang out in the kitchen. The countertops are White Ice Granite and the backsplash is white subway tiles. The floating shelves also compliment the kitchen perfectly.

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Navy Blue Hexagon Kitchen Backsplash

Fireclay Tile

Kate Arends
Example of a trendy home design design in San Francisco with white cabinets, blue backsplash, ceramic backsplash and an island

Santa Approved Christmas Workshop

Wall Control

A Santa approved workshop featuring Wall Control's Red Metal Pegboard. Wall Control's wide range of metal pegboard colors allows you to add some contrast to your workspace and give it a custom, unique look and feel. Thanks for the great customer photo Scott!

Beautiful, Functional Bathroom Designs

Knotting Hill Interiors

Knotting Hill Interiors / Carl Kerridge Photography

Impact Garages Wood Doors

Impact Precious Wood

Aluminum Approved Doors & Soldi Wood Cladding Iron Work for Straps & Knocker Electric Motor & Wireless Control
Garage - modern garage idea in Miami

Impact Garages Wood Doors

Impact Precious Wood

Aluminum Approved Doors & Soldi Wood Cladding Iron Work for Straps & Knocker Electric Motor & Wireless Control
Minimalist garage photo in Miami

Kid Friendly, Mom and Dad Approved

Otogawa-Anschel Design-Build

With the pending arrival of a beautiful baby girl, the homeowners of this 1928 Minneapolis Tudor wanted a basement that was conducive to a young child, but would still allow a place for family to gather and the occasional house guest. The original basement was typical; cold, lacking natural light with tiny, uncomfortably confined rooms and that “unique” basement smell. The goal was to reverse all of the ill effects of a rarely unappreciated space while increasing the performance of the older home. The frigid temperatures and wet, mildew odor was remedied by demolishing the entire slab floor and excavating to gain an extra six inches in ceiling height. It also allowed us to insulate to R-15, moisture proof under the new slab, install a drain tile and sump pump. Within the concrete slab is a hydronic, in-floor radiant heating system which further helps to add comfort to the space. Lastly, we also sprayed a closed-cell, expanding urethane foam on the inside of the foundation walls all the way to the first floor. To help bring more light down to the basement, we started by opening up the staircase on both sides. A curved wall bends light into the lower level while a countertop and cubbies below provide storage space for odds and ends. On the opposite wall, creatively placed cubbies provide places for paintings, ceramics and plants. We also removed the tiny 18” x 34” window on the south wall and installed a full-sized, high-efficiency, triple pane Pella egress window. To let lots of natural light into the window, we expanded the size of the cedar-lined egress well and included a built-in planter at the base to help bring life into an otherwise empty cavity. Small, unspecified spaces that became storage areas now have purpose. The areas are defined, yet open. Upon descending down the stairs, one is greeted by a large living room with curved walls, custom design media center, built-in daybed and bookshelves. Use of paint was important in the design. Naturally in older homes basements are going to have exposed beams, soffits and a whole gambit of nooks and crannies. Instead of disguising them, we played them up, which created a layer effect with the color. The color also adds a touch of playfulness which anyone, regardless of age, can enjoy. We scavenged the client’s garage and discovered that the previous homeowner kept the old, full-view glass front entry door in the garage. We re-installed the original glass knob and attached the door to sliding barn door hardware which was attached to the main structural beam of the lower level. On the other side of the door was the homeowners’ combined office and small fitness area. The office floor is a blend of thin strips of different colored cork. A built-in storage cabinet sits across from a site-built desk which forms to the curve of the dividing wall. A small, square hole in the curved wall provides a view to see who is coming down the stairs. Opposite of the office area and directly at the base of the stairs is a place for the homeowner’s treadmill. Hidden is the mechanical room, which is home to many green and energy efficient products. The washing machine is a low-water consumption unit while the dryer requires less energy to operate than most standard units. Both sit atop a checkerboard pattern of different colored VCT tiles. We also replaced the aging boiler, which only heated the first and second level, with a 95% efficient heat source for the entire house—including the basement. Behind the curved wall, the bathroom is conveniently located. A large, custom built no-formaldehyde added vanity supports the slab of remnant granite countertop. A piece of eco-resin wall panel, embedded with organic material, contains water in the shower and blends beautifully with the updated colors. Tucked under the stairs, we installed a dual-flush, low-water consumption toilet. Through creative space planning, we packed a lot of into a rather small space. As a result, we have three very happy homeowners who are enjoying their light, clean and safe lower level of their home—however, they’ve been hard pressed to think of it as a “basement”. highlights Moisture management system Insulated slab Hydronic in-floor heat Formaldehyde free cabinetry MN-made custom cabinets Ultra-low VOC paints Wool carpet Dual-flush toilet Cork floor No recessed lights Cedar egress window well with planter Re-used door Eco-resin

Coyle Court Townhomes (Mike Holmes Approved)

Rinaldi Homes

Mid-sized craftsman beige one-story mixed siding exterior home idea in Toronto

Coyle Court Townhomes (Mike Holmes Approved)

Rinaldi Homes

Mid-sized craftsman beige one-story mixed siding exterior home idea in Toronto

Warm glow worm

AllyWong Interior

Dining room - contemporary dining room idea in Singapore with white walls

Paddington plunge pool

Think Outside Gardens

The renovation and a modern revamp of a grand Paddington terrace house for a large family meant that every space was carefully considered including the garden. The entry level of the residence was opened up and spilt into two levels with the garden doing the same to cater for the sloping nature of the site. Large Sliding doors at the rear open up onto a generous deck/ entertaining space. To one side is a floating style built in BBQ, designed to take up the least space its light stone benchtop contrasting beautifully against the charcoal boundary wall. The brief was a tricky one with the space having to accommodate off street parking for a 4WD size car, play space for children, adults entertaining, bin storage and plunge pool. The plunge pool was custom designed off one side of the deck (to allow for the car on the other) with a lockable sliding timber platform/ cover that when open is hidden under the deck. This meant no pool fences and a space that can be used as decking when not in use. At the rear of the pool a cluster of large contemporary cylinder pots with contrasting plantings provides extra greenery and hides a bin storage area. The pots were chosen over planting in-ground because they can be moved if needed making the space more flexible for the families needs. Three wide steps of the deck lead down to a multipurpose synthetic lawn area that functions as the kids play space or car-parking area. Two mature Kentia palms were replanted to add greenery and a canopy of fronds over. Bamboo adds further softness along the side boundary and will grow tall to screen the neighbours. A palette of charcoal, soft greys and whites has created a calming yet very functional space for a busy family.

Sri Paadham - Duplex Independent Dream Homes in Kumbakonam Thirunageswaram

SG ASSOCIATES BUILDERS & DEVELOPERS, KUMBAKONAM

Readymade independent Duplex Homes in Kumbakonam for Sale and Occupation Sri Paadham is a Budget residential project developed by SG Associates at MSM Nagar, Kumbakonam, Tanjore Dist. Tamil Nadu. Tamil nadu. The project offers well designed 2 & 3 BHK houses and is well connected by various modes of transportation. The site is in close proximity to Uppiliappan Temple and Navagraha Rahu Temple (Rahu Stalam) located in Thirunaageswaram. The site is a posh locality and well connected by various modes of transportation and near civic utilities SG Associates proudly presents ready made independent duplex house for immediate sale and occupation in Sri Paadham, Kumbakonam. These houses are smartly designed to suit your households and built strongly keeping in mind your comfort, safety and elegance. Legal approval: DTCP Approval for Land & LPA Approval for House Description Individual Duplex Houses consisting of 2/3 Bedrooms , Spacious Hall & Living room , Kitchen, 2/3 Western toilets with indoor staircase Constructed using Environmental friendly Fly Ash bricks / (or) Red Bricks Fully Vastu Compliant - (North / East side entrance) Well Ventilated rooms with windows in all sides Fully equipped kitchen with lofts / shelves/ granite top Vitrified tiles flooring Independent Septic Tank Over head Water tank Private Terrace 24 Hours water facility : Bore with Submersible water pump (optional) 2 Wheeler parking / Open shared car parking (optional) Roof Garden ( optional) Rain water harvesting (optional) Security CCTV camera surveillance (optional) UPS With backup power facility (optional) Bio Gas Plant for Kitchen (optional) Solar Water Heater (optional) Water purifier and recycling plant (optional) Solar electrical lights for common areas (optional) Ready Made compound wall with grill gate (optional) Electricity Supply Available ( EB Post nearby ) Planning Permission Available ( LPA Approval) * Note: All Optional features will be charged separately . Please contact our representatives for details builder specifications