This fall, Amethyst had the opportunity to partner with Freeman Custom Homes of Kansas City to furnish this 5000 sq ft European Modern designed home for the Artisan Home Tour 2020! Every square inch of this home was magical -- from the secret staircase in the master bath leading to a private shuttered plunge pool to the vaulted kitchen with sky high mushroom colored cabinetry and handmade zellige tile. We met the builders during the cabinetry phase and watching their final, thoughtful design details evolve was such full of over-the-top surprises like the unique valet-like storage in the entry and limestone fireplace! As soon as we saw their vision for the home, we knew our furnishings would be a great match as our design style celebrates handmade rugs, artisan handmade custom seating, old-meets-new art, and let's be honest -- we love to go big! They trusted us to do our thing on the entire main level and we enjoyed every minute. The load in took 3 full trucks and fortunately for us -- the homeowners fell in love with several pieces so our uninstall trip was significantly lighter. I think we were all a little emotional leaving this masterpiece but sooooo happy for the owners and just hoping we get invited to a Christmas party... Here are some of the highlights -- 90% of the furnishings and rugs were from our shop and we filled in the gaps with some extra special pieces!

Troy Thies
Study room - mid-sized transitional freestanding desk dark wood floor and brown floor study room idea in Minneapolis with blue walls

Ciro Coelho
Inspiration for a large mediterranean marble floor entryway remodel in Santa Barbara with beige walls and a metal front door

Entryway - mid-sized traditional dark wood floor entryway idea in Minneapolis with beige walls and a gray front door

Inspiration for a coastal dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Winner of the 2018 Tour of Homes Best Remodel, this whole house re-design of a 1963 Bennet & Johnson mid-century raised ranch home is a beautiful example of the magic we can weave through the application of more sustainable modern design principles to existing spaces. We worked closely with our client on extensive updates to create a modernized MCM gem. Extensive alterations include: - a completely redesigned floor plan to promote a more intuitive flow throughout - vaulted the ceilings over the great room to create an amazing entrance and feeling of inspired openness - redesigned entry and driveway to be more inviting and welcoming as well as to experientially set the mid-century modern stage - the removal of a visually disruptive load bearing central wall and chimney system that formerly partitioned the homes’ entry, dining, kitchen and living rooms from each other - added clerestory windows above the new kitchen to accentuate the new vaulted ceiling line and create a greater visual continuation of indoor to outdoor space - drastically increased the access to natural light by increasing window sizes and opening up the floor plan - placed natural wood elements throughout to provide a calming palette and cohesive Pacific Northwest feel - incorporated Universal Design principles to make the home Aging In Place ready with wide hallways and accessible spaces, including single-floor living if needed - moved and completely redesigned the stairway to work for the home’s occupants and be a part of the cohesive design aesthetic - mixed custom tile layouts with more traditional tiling to create fun and playful visual experiences - custom designed and sourced MCM specific elements such as the entry screen, cabinetry and lighting - development of the downstairs for potential future use by an assisted living caretaker - energy efficiency upgrades seamlessly woven in with much improved insulation, ductless mini splits and solar gain

Clear Select Walnut - Artisan Inset Frame - Custom Stain - Shaker style - Spice roll out - Floating shelves - Knife block roll out
Inspiration for a timeless u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island

Builder: Great Neighborhood Homes Artisan Home Tour 2016
Transitional light wood floor open concept kitchen photo in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, black backsplash and an island

Example of a classic light wood floor kitchen design in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Artisan wine cellar
Wine cellar - mid-sized rustic dark wood floor wine cellar idea in San Francisco

Overlooking the Puget Sound, this 2,000 sf Pacific Northwest modern home effortlessly opens onto classic water views while optimizing privacy and Southern exposure with a private patio. Our clients sought a poetically minimalist and practical retirement home infused with rhythm and geometry. With dramatic roof lines and a projecting great room that define its form, the architecture’s simplicity frames its dramatic site to incredible effect while the interior playfully loops the spacious traffic patterns of this 3 bedroom 2.5 bath.

This beautiful detached tub and open shower layout makes for the most stylish, modern, yet practical master bathroom design.
Transitional master gray tile gray floor bathroom photo in Austin with shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, an undermount sink and beige countertops

2018 Artisan Home Tour Photo: LandMark Photography Builder: Elevation Homes
Inspiration for a coastal light wood floor and beige floor kitchen remodel in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

2018 Artisan Home Tour Photo: LandMark Photography Builder: Pillar Homes Partner
Bedroom - coastal master carpeted and beige floor bedroom idea in Minneapolis with gray walls

With a wry smile and a penchant for artisanal quality, she asked, "Can you mix Egyptian Art Deco, Funky Modern, and Western Lodge styles in my historic 1910 Prairie Style home?" Yes, ma'am. Yes I can. ...I'll freely admit, and so will Nancy, the pair of vintage couches we redressed flanking the fireplace are simply hilarious. I call them "Mae West Had A Twin Sister". ;P photography by Steve Voelker

2020 Artisan Home Tour Remodeler: Vujovich, Inc. Photo: Landmark Photography • For questions on this project including features or finishes, please reach out to the remodeler of this home.

Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a timeless dark wood floor kitchen remodel in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, metallic backsplash, metal backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary wooden l-shaped open and cable railing staircase remodel in Minneapolis

Landmark Photography
Living room - coastal living room idea in Minneapolis with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a concealed tv